Unmet need for support among disabled people in school education in New Zealand
By type, 2023, % of disabled people in school education
Category | % of disabled people in school education |
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Unmet need for a resource teacher or teacher aide | 38% |
Unmet need for support from a health professional at school | 20% |
Unmet need for adapted classroom materials (eg, easy read format, large print books, accessible or electronic formats) | 8% |
Unmet need for assistive technology or equipment to help with schoolwork | 16% |
Unmet need for accessible building features at school (eg, ramps, accessible toilets, clear signage, well-defined spaces, good lighting) | 10% |