There have been significant changes in the education of students with disabilities over the last twenty years. Developments include the use of empirical evidence to inform the identification and description of educational need, assessment accommodations and pedagogy. A meta-analysis of national and international research and models of service provision was used to inform the development of Schools Plus.

The Schools Plus Framework includes the Schools Plus Profile and case studies.

Schools Plus provides an extensive framework to assist teaching adjustments and supports schools towards planned learning outcomes.

The Schools Plus Framework displays the 11 Dimensions which make up an educational needs profile. Each dimension has six (6) levels of adjustment.