Auslan (Australian Sign Language) is the recognised language of the Deaf community in Australia.  At Portarlington Primary School Auslan is taught as the school’s language program across all year levels.  This commitment reflects our belief in the importance of promoting accessibility, inclusions, and cultural understanding within our learning community.

Learning Auslan provides students with the opportunity to develop communication skills that support and respect linguistic and cultural diversity.  It empowers students to engage meaningfully with members of the Deaf and non-verbal community, fostering empathy, inclusion and social awareness.

At Portarlington Primary School, we deliver a structured Auslan program that aligns with the Victorian Curriculum.  The program is designed so that each classroom teacher delivers Auslan lessons, while learning alongside our students.  This whole-school approach ensures that both students and staff develop their skills in Auslan, embedding inclusive communication practices throughout the school.