Scope

What Scope does

Scope (Aust) Ltd is a not-for-profit disability service provider headquartered in Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia, with origins dating to 1948–1949 and operations spanning Victoria and New South Wales. The organization delivers a comprehensive suite of services under Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), including Supported Independent Living (SIL) across 348 homes, Short Term Respite, allied health Therapy (speech pathology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, psychology, positive behaviour support, and assistive technology assessments), Employment Services (Customised Employment, Youth Employment Pathways, Supported Employment, METS training), and Social and Community Participation programs. In FY 2024-25, Scope supported 4,574 clients, including 1,305 in SIL and 1,793 receiving therapy and psychology services.

Beyond individual NDIS-funded services, Scope operates a Business Solutions segment offering Disability Inclusion Training for organisations and schools, Disability Sector Training (eLearning, Mealtime Management, Positive Behaviour Support Training), Communication Access endorsements, Accessible Information (Easy Read) services, Recruitment Services, and Commercial Business Solutions (Packaging Solutions, Scope Contract Services). The organization also runs the Scope Shop e-commerce store selling proprietary communication resources including PODD Communication Books and Key Word Sign Australia materials, and produces the 'empower half hour' podcast.

Revenue is generated primarily through NDIS plan funding (registered provider since 2013), with fees pegged exactly to the NDIS price guide and automatically adjusted when NDIS prices change. Secondary revenue streams include charitable donations and fundraising (monthly giving, bequests), Scope Shop retail, and commercial training/B2B service fees. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors chaired by Professor Sanchia Aranda, with Lisa Evans appointed CEO effective 13 October 2025. Scope Group comprises Scope (Aust) Ltd and four wholly-owned subsidiaries: Home@Scope Pty Ltd, Disability Services Australia Ltd, DSA Mentoring Services Ltd, and Macquarie Employment Training Service Ltd, following the 2022–2023 merger of three entities into one unified organization.

Name

Scope

Legal name

Scope (Aust) Ltd

Website

https://scopeaust.org.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Scope (Aust) Ltd is a not-for-profit disability service provider in Australia, delivering NDIS-funded Supported Independent Living, therapy, employment, and community participation services to people with disabilities across Victoria and NSW.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability Support Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (62431), Individual and Family Services (6241)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Disability Services & Assistive Solutions (Accessibility, Assistive Tech) (BPAGALAM), Note-Taking, Interpreting & Communication Access Services (EDALAGAD)

Keywords

• Disability support services
• Supported independent living
• NDIS allied health therapy
• Disability employment services
• Assistive communication aids

Headquarters

HQ city

Hawthorn

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. NDIS Funded Services: Registered NDIS provider since 2013 offering government-funded disability support services including Supported Independent Living, therapy, employment services, and social participation programs. Fees match the NDIS price guide and are automatically adjusted when NDIS prices change.
2. Donations and Fundraising: Charitable donations from supporters including monthly giving programs and bequests. Tax-deductible donations supporting vital programs.
3. Scope Shop: Online retail of communication aids and resources including Key Word Sign Australia materials

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Scope delivers disability support services under Australia's NDIS framework, including Supported Independent Living across 348 homes, Short Term Respite, allied health therapy (speech pathology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, psychology, positive behaviour support), employment services, and social and community participation programs. For organisations, Scope provides disability inclusion training, sector training, Communication Access accreditation, and accessible information services, supplemented by the Scope Shop retail outlet selling proprietary PODD communication books and Key Word Sign Australia resources.

Product overview

Scope is a not-for-profit disability service provider offering a comprehensive suite of services for people with disabilities. The organization operates as a unified service provider rather than a software platform. Its core offerings include Supported Independent Living (SIL) accommodation, Short Term Respite, Therapy services (Speech Pathology, Physiotherapy, OT, Psychology), Employment Services, Social and Community Participation, and Communication Aids. For businesses and organisations, Scope provides Disability Inclusion Training, Disability Sector Training, Communication Access programs, Commercial Business Solutions, and Accessible Information services. The portfolio also includes the Scope Shop retail store and the 'empower half hour' podcast series. All services are delivered as direct service provision under the NDIS framework, primarily operating in Victoria and NSW, Australia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Supported Independent Living (SIL) Tailored support and assistance within accessible homes to help people with disabilities live independently, including personal care, cooking, cleaning, and daily living skill development across 348 SIL homes.
• Short Term Respite (STR) Provides short stays away from home in a safe and supported setting to help adults with disabilities build independence and social skills.
• Therapy at Scope Allied health therapy services for NDIS participants including Speech Pathology, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Positive Behaviour Support, and Specialised Assessments and Assistive Technology.
• Employment Services Comprehensive employment support including Customised Employment, Youth Employment Pathways, Supported Employment, and METS (Training Services) to help people with disabilities enter and remain in the workforce.
• Social and Community Participation Programs offering Social Connections Day Programs, Sports, and Art activities to help people with disabilities engage socially, build connections, and participate in their communities.
• Communication Aids Communication support tools including Non Electronic Aids, Tools2Talk Now, Key Word Sign, PODD Communication Books, and Be Safe Online resources to help people with complex communication needs express themselves.
• Disability Inclusion Training Training programs for organisations and schools to help them become more inclusive and accessible for people with disability.
• Disability Sector Training Professional development programs for disability sector, aged care, health care and education workers covering eLearning, Mealtime Management (Dysphagia), and Positive Behaviour Support Training.
• Communication Access Helps businesses and organisations become more communication accessible through endorsements, training, and verification so everyone can get their message across.
• Commercial Business Solutions Includes Packaging Solutions and Scope Contract Services (Scope Property Care), providing trusted commercial partners and contractors for businesses.
• Accessible Information Easy Read services where Scope's team of testers review written materials to ensure they are accessible and easy to understand for people with disabilities.
• Scope Shop Online store selling communication aids and resources including Key Word Sign Australia resources for people of all ages.
• Recruitment Services Services helping employers recruit people with disabilities and supporting inclusive workplace practices.
• Park and Playground Communication Boards Communication boards designed for parks and playgrounds to support communication accessibility in public recreational spaces.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4574 clients supported in FY 2024-25
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Arts Access VictoriacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 November 2025Partnership with Arts Access Victoria to deliver a $10,000 mentorship program for artists with disability. The program pairs Kaleidoscope artists with established artists for personalized guidance. This initiative honors Uncle Greg Muir, a First Nations Scope client and artist, and was launched at the 2025 Kaleidoscope exhibition.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Yooralla: Victorian-based not-for-profit disability service provider offering supported independent living, therapy, respite, and community participation under the NDIS—highly comparable to Scope's geographic and service profile.
• Achieve Australia: NSW-based NFP providing accommodation, day programs, therapy and employment services to people with disability under NDIS—direct overlap with Scope's SIL, therapy, and employment service lines.
• Northcott: NFP disability service provider delivering NDIS-funded accommodation, therapy, and community participation across NSW and other states—comparable in service portfolio and NFP model.
• Sunnyfield: NFP providing disability accommodation, day programs, and community participation services across NSW and other Australian states—directly comparable in supported independent living and community service lines.
• HCCI (House with No Steps): Large national NFP disability provider offering accommodation, employment, and therapy services under NDIS—comparable scale, funding model, and cross-state presence.
• CPL (Cerebral Palsy Limited): Queensland-based NFP delivering disability accommodation, therapy, and community services—comparable in NDIS-funded service portfolio with a state-led footprint.
• Minda: South Australian NFP providing supported independent living, therapy, and community participation to people with intellectual disability—comparable service mix and residential care model.
• Life Without Barriers: One of Australia's largest not-for-profit disability and out-of-home care providers, delivering NDIS-funded supported independent living, therapy, and community participation services across multiple states—directly comparable in service mix and funding model to Scope.

Broad incumbents

• National Disability Services (NDS): Australian peak body representing disability service providers; not a direct competitor but a sector-wide incumbent whose membership and policy work shape the competitive context for Scope.

Emerging players

• Employment Plus (atWork Australia): National employment services provider operating in the disability employment space with DES/Workforce Australia contracts—partially overlapping with Scope's employment services line and a potential partner or competitor for employment pathway referrals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/scopeaust
• Facebookfacebook.com/scopeaust

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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