WA Institute for Deaf Education

The Department of Education provides a statewide co-ordinated support service for children who are deaf and hard of hearing through the WA Institute for Deaf Education (WAIDE).

Parents have a choice of educational settings for their children, ranging from an inclusive placement in a regular school, through to metropolitan specialist schools located in inclusive settings.

Parents are also provided with the option of either spoken and/or signed communication, at all stages of their child’s education.

The main goal of all schools, facilities and services associated with WAIDE is to work towards an inclusive education.

Services available for students:

• Visiting Teacher of the Deaf Service
• Early Intervention Programs
• Mosman Park School for Deaf Children
• Shenton College Deaf Education Centre
• Auslan Community School
• Tertiary Training for Teachers
• Audiological and Psychological Service

For further information on the services and facilities provided, training programs, please contact the WA Institute for Deaf Education.

PH: 9286 7000
TTY: 9384 6106
Fax: 9383 4404
SMS: 0420 304 293