Join us as Jared Daly, Assistant Principal of Equity and Inclusion at Murray Bridge High School shares how Tailored Learning, formally known as Flexible Learning Options, is making a difference for students facing barriers like anxiety, disengagement or complex home lives.

He outlines how his site has transformed its support model by expanding its Independent Learning Centre, creating new programs and redesigning physical spaces to better meet student needs.

This episode offers practical examples and leadership reflections for schools exploring or expanding their tailored learning provision.

Key takeaways:

• Tailored learning enables flexible, student-centred pathways. Whether it’s anxiety, unstable housing, or disengagement from mainstream schooling, tailored learning programs like the Independent Learning Centre offer safe, structured environments where students can re-engage on their terms – academically and emotionally.
• Trusted relationships and wraparound support are critical to student success. Youth workers and case managers help build trust and provide consistent, approachable support – often making the difference in a student’s willingness to return to school.
• Since transitioning from FLO to Tailored Learning, 31 new schools are now supporting students in levels 2-4.

Show notes: 

• For more information, visit https://edi.sa.edu.au/supporting-children/learning-and-plans/tailored-learning/student-engagement
• Contact: education.tailoredlearning@sa.gov.au