The Self-Administration of Medication Procedure balances student independence with professional oversight for those managing chronic conditions such as asthma or diabetes. By establishing clear criteria for authorisation and monitoring, the school supports student autonomy while ensuring a robust safety net is in place for daily management and emergency response.
The School Vehicle Usage Procedure establishes a safe and compliant framework for student and staff transport. By mandating strict driver licensing verification, zero tolerance alcohol limits, and accredited training for high risk activities, the school ensures a robust chain of accountability. This procedure safeguards the wellbeing of all passengers and the general public while fulfilling statutory duties under Western Australian road traffic and safety legislation.
The School Vehicle Usage Prestart Safety Inspection Checklist is a critical safety protocol designed to ensure every school journey begins with a roadworthy vehicle. By mandating a systematic check of tyres, lights, fluids, and emergency equipment, the school proactively manages transport risks, protecting students and staff while fulfilling its duty of care on the road.
The Schedule 8 Medication Handling Procedure establishes a rigorous security framework for managing controlled substances (S8) within the school environment. By institutionalising "zero tolerance" protocols for storage, double signatory administration, and meticulous drug register maintenance, the school ensures full compliance with Western Australian health regulations while protecting students and staff from the risks associated with high dependency medications.
The Rubbish and Recycling Policy and Procedure promotes sustainable waste management by prioritising reduction and responsible disposal across all school activities. By educating the community and ensuring compliance with Western Australian health and safety requirements, this resource helps the school decrease its environmental footprint while achieving financial savings through improved recycling awareness.
The Risk Management Policy and Procedure establishes a systematic framework for identifying, assessing, and treating risks across all school operations. By maintaining a centralised Risk Register and a proactive risk aware culture, the school ensures the safety and sustainability of its community while fulfilling its fiduciary duties and strategic objectives in compliance with Western Australian standards.
The Right to Disconnect Policy and Procedure establishes a healthy boundary between professional duties and personal time. By formalising the right to ignore work related communications outside of normal hours, the school actively manages psychosocial risks like burnout and chronic stress. This resource ensures that while leadership can still initiate contact, employees are protected from penalties for choosing to rest and recharge.
The Right of Entry for Unions Procedure provides a professional framework for facilitating legitimate union activity while protecting the school’s operational integrity. By balancing the legal rights of permit holders with the need to maintain educational productivity, this resource ensures that industrial discussions and WHS inspections occur within a structured, respectful, and legally compliant environment.
The Reportable Incident Notification Form is a critical statutory document used to alert the Director General of the Department of Education (WA) to significant events. By providing a structured template for reporting deaths, major injuries, lockdowns, or child abuse allegations, this form ensures the school meets its 48-hour mandatory reporting window while maintaining high standards of regulatory transparency.
The Redundancy Policy and Procedure ensures that organisational changes such as restructuring or economic shifts are managed with transparency and legal rigour. By prioritising meaningful consultation and exploring redeployment or reduced hours as alternatives to retrenchment, the school maintains a fair and non-discriminatory process that protects both the institution's operational needs and the rights of its staff.
The Record Disposal Authorisation Form is a critical governance tool designed to manage the final stage of the document lifecycle. By enforcing mandatory retention periods and requiring high level sign-off before any destruction occurs, the school ensures that its "organisational memory" is protected, legal and financial records are preserved for the required statutory duration, and sensitive data is disposed of with absolute security.
The Reception and Messaging Procedure establishes the standards for the school’s primary point of contact, ensuring every interaction is professional, timely, and accurate. By formalising protocols for visitor management and communication escalation, the school maintains a reliable "professional face" that supports operational efficiency and strengthens community confidence.
The Privacy Policy establishes a rigorous framework for the open and transparent management of personal and sensitive information. By aligning with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), the school ensures that data collection is strictly necessary, securely stored, and handled with the highest degree of integrity, fostering a culture of trust and safety across the entire school community.
The Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) Tool is a critical governance instrument for evaluating how new school projects, systems, or programs affect individual privacy. By mapping information flows and conducting a rigorous compliance check against the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), the school ensures that data protection is "baked in" from the start, protecting the community from data breaches and maintaining high levels of institutional trust.
The Principal Self Assessment and Goal Setting Form serves as the foundational document for professional accountability and strategic alignment. By requiring the Principal to reflect on key achievements from financial sustainability to student wellbeing and propose future objectives, the school ensures that leadership remains proactive, evidence based, and deeply committed to the institution's long term mission.
The Principal Performance Review Template is a high level governance tool designed to facilitate a fair and evidence based evaluation of school leadership. By categorising performance across six key domains ranging from financial sustainability to student wellbeing the Board can conduct a rigorous assessment that ensures the Principal's professional growth is directly aligned with the school's strategic vision and regulatory obligations.
The Principal Performance Review Procedure establishes a structured and transparent framework for evaluating the school’s most senior leader. By aligning the Principal’s professional growth with the school’s Strategic Plan and Western Australian professional standards, the Board ensures a culture of high level accountability, educational excellence, and sustained institutional progress.
The Phased Retirement Procedure establishes a supportive and structured pathway for staff transitioning toward the end of their careers. By balancing the personal needs of retiring employees with the school’s operational stability, this framework ensures that deep institutional expertise is retained and transferred, supporting both workplace wellbeing and long-term succession planning.
The Phased Retirement Application Form provides a structured and professional pathway for senior staff transitioning toward retirement. By facilitating a mutual agreement on reduced workloads and knowledge transfer, the school ensures a dignified exit for long-serving employees while proactively securing the school's "organisational memory" for future leadership.
The Parent Volunteer Exemption Fact Sheet provides a clear and essential guide for families looking to contribute to the school community. By simplifying the legal definitions of "parent" and "high risk activities" under Western Australian law, this resource ensures that volunteers understand when a Working with Children Check is required, allowing the school to maintain a safe environment while fostering active parental engagement.
The Paper Conservation Procedure establishes a structured framework for environmental stewardship and fiscal responsibility. By prioritising digital alternatives, standardising double-sided printing, and implementing secure recycling protocols, the school ensures that its resource management is both sustainable and secure, reflecting a commitment to professional administrative excellence and environmental preservation.
The Organisational Performance Evaluation Policy provides a systematic framework for driving continuous improvement and institutional accountability. By linking evidence based assessments and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) directly to the school’s Strategic Plan, the governing body can ensure that educational delivery and administrative operations remain high performing, transparent, and aligned with the community’s long-term vision.
The Office / Reception Workplace Safety Checklist is a practical and thorough tool for maintaining a safe administrative environment. By systematically auditing everything from ergonomic workstation setups to electrical safety and emergency exits, the school ensures that its high traffic reception and office areas meet rigorous health and safety standards, protecting the wellbeing of staff, visitors, and students alike.
The Nutrition and Food Safety Procedure establishes a rigorous framework for promoting healthy eating habits while maintaining the highest standards of culinary hygiene. By integrating the "Traffic Light" nutritional system with strict food-handling protocols, the school ensures that all meals whether prepared in the canteen or for an excursion—are safe, wholesome, and compliant with Western Australian health regulations.
The Notice of Annual General Meeting provides a formal and legally compliant framework for convening the school’s most important yearly governance event. By standardising the delivery of financial reports, board elections, and special resolutions, the school ensures that all members are properly informed and empowered to participate in the strategic oversight of the institution.
The No Food Sharing Policy and Procedure is a vital protective measure designed to safeguard students with severe allergies, intolerances, and undiagnosed dietary requirements. By institutionalising a "no sharing" culture across all school activities, the school proactively manages the risk of anaphylaxis and cross-contamination, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for every child, regardless of their medical profile.
The National Police Clearance and WWC Check Policy establishes a rigorous "No Screen, No Start" mandate to ensure the highest standards of student safety. By integrating mandatory Working with Children Checks with Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks, the school creates a robust multi-layered screening framework that protects the community and ensures absolute compliance with Western Australian child protection laws.
The National Employment Standards (NES) for WA Schools Fact Sheet outlines the 11 non-negotiable minimum entitlements that form the bedrock of the Australian employment safety net. By contextualising these standards within the WA independent school sector, this resource ensures that school leaders and boards understand their core statutory obligations regarding leave, hours of work, and termination notice, protecting the rights of all staff from classroom teachers to support personnel.
The Modern Awards for WA Schools Fact Sheet provides a vital overview of the industrial relations landscape for the Western Australian independent school sector. By simplifying the complexities of the National Employment Standards (NES) and the core awards for teaching and general staff, this resource ensures that school leadership and boards maintain a compliant, fair, and legally sound employment safety net.
The Minutes Template provides a professional and standardised format for recording the deliberations and decisions of the school’s governing body and leadership committees. By ensuring that discussions, action items, and conflicts of interest are documented with clarity, the school maintains a reliable "organisational memory" that supports transparency and fulfils its legal and regulatory reporting obligations.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Template provides a structured yet flexible framework for formalising collaborative partnerships with community organisations. By defining shared objectives, guiding principles, and operational expectations particularly for culturally sensitive support systems the school ensures that its external ventures are built on mutual respect, transparency, and a clear understanding of non-binding legal boundaries.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Fact Sheet serves as an essential guide for schools looking to establish formal, collaborative partnerships with community organisations and government agencies. By clarifying the distinction between mutual intentions and legally binding contracts, this resource ensures that joint ventures particularly those supporting student wellbeing and community reconciliation are built on a foundation of transparency, shared values, and legislative compliance.
The Medication Error Report Form is a critical risk management tool designed to ensure absolute transparency and rapid response in the event of a medication mistake. By categorising errors against the "5 Rights" protocol and mandating immediate notifications, the school ensures student safety is prioritised while building a robust "organisational memory" for continuous clinical improvement.
The Medication Administration Authorisation Form is a critical safety document that bridges the gap between home and school care. By securing formal parental consent and detailed prescribing information, the school ensures that all medications are handled with pharmaceutical precision, protecting student health while providing staff with the clear legal authorisation required to support a child's medical needs.
The Medical Conditions and Health Management Policy provides a comprehensive and life-saving framework for the safe management of student health needs. By integrating rigorous first aid protocols with individualised medical management plans, the school ensures a proactive safety culture that protects students with chronic conditions such as anaphylaxis, asthma, and diabetes while maintaining absolute compliance with Western Australian health and safety legislation.
The Managing Performance, Misconduct, and Absenteeism Policy provides a robust framework for maintaining high professional standards and operational efficiency. By distinguishing between "skill" and "will," the school ensures that underperformance is met with support while misconduct and persistent absenteeism are addressed through fair and transparent disciplinary pathways, protecting the school's reputation and student outcomes.
The Managing Contracts and Funding Agreements Policy provides a rigorous framework for the oversight of formal school arrangements. By centralising the contract lifecycle from due diligence to final execution the school ensures that all third-party partnerships and grant funded projects are legally sound, financially viable, and strategically aligned with the institution’s educational mission.
The Management of Independent Contractors Policy and Procedure provides a rigorous framework for the ethical engagement and oversight of external service providers. By establishing clear distinctions between employment and contracting, the school mitigates the risk of "sham contracting" while ensuring that every contractor—from maintenance workers to specialist consultants—strictly adheres to the school’s child safety, insurance, and WHS standards.
The Student Workplace Learning, Apprenticeships and Traineeships Policy provides a comprehensive framework for managing vocational pathways, including work experience and formal school based apprenticeships (SATs). By integrating rigorous safety assessments with SCSA requirements, the school ensures that students gain valuable real-world experience while maintaining the highest standards of legal compliance and duty of care.
The Student Workplace Learning Parent Consent Form is a mandatory governance tool that ensures parents and guardians are fully informed of the safety protocols and insurance arrangements for off-site placements. By securing informed consent, the school establishes a transparent partnership with families, ensuring that student welfare and legal protections are prioritised during vocational and work experience programs.
The Student Workplace Learning Management Plan provides a rigorous framework for managing vocational placements and work experience. It ensures that students can develop industry specific skills within a safe and supervised environment, with clear alignment to WACE requirements and Western Australian workplace health and safety standards.
The Student Work Publication Consent Form provides a clear legal framework for celebrating student achievements while protecting their intellectual property. By securing formal permission before sharing original creations including artistic, literary, and musical works. The school ensures that community engagement remains ethical, respectful of copyright, and fully compliant with Australian privacy standards.
The Student Pregnancy and Parenting Support Policy establishes a flexible and inclusive framework to ensure that pregnant and parenting students are empowered to remain engaged in their education. By providing practical adjustments and compassionate pastoral care, the school fulfils its legislative obligations while protecting the rights of young parents to complete their studies in a supportive environment free from discrimination.
The Student Friendly Discipline Policy provides a clear and fair guide to how the school maintains a safe and respectful environment. By explaining the rules and the "Right to be Heard" in simple, age appropriate language, the school ensures that every student understands the importance of accountability, the focus on restorative growth, and the absolute commitment to their dignity and safety.
This Student Friendly Social Media Policy provides a clear and engaging roadmap for navigating the digital world safely and respectfully. By simplifying complex age verification laws and professional boundaries into student centric language, the school empowers young people to build a positive digital footprint while ensuring their online activity reflects the school’s core values of kindness and integrity.
This Student Friendly Drug, Smoking and Alcohol Policy provides a clear, health focused framework for maintaining a safe and substance free school environment. By using accessible language to explain Western Australian laws and the "Bystander Rule," the school empowers students to make informed, positive choices and understand the support pathways available for their long-term wellbeing.
This Student Friendly Behaviour Policy translates complex expectations into clear, supportive language for students. By focusing on kindness, self-regulation, and the "right to be heard," the school empowers students to take ownership of their actions while ensuring they understand the restorative and fair processes in place to support their social and emotional growth.
This Student Friendly AI Policy introduces students to the ethical and creative possibilities of Generative AI while establishing clear guardrails for academic integrity. By framing AI as a "thinking partner" rather than a replacement for original thought, the school prepares students for a technology-driven future while protecting their data and ensuring their work remains a true reflection of their own effort.
This Student Friendly Privacy Policy empowers students to understand their data rights through age appropriate language and clear guidance. By explaining how the school protects personal information from grades to photos it ensures that students and their families feel secure and informed, fostering a culture of transparency and trust in the digital age.
This Student Friendly ICT Policy empowers students to become responsible digital citizens by clearly outlining the expectations for technology use in a way they can easily understand. By focusing on safety, respect, and the "Off and Away" requirement for personal devices, the school ensures that digital tools remain a powerful vehicle for learning while protecting student privacy and focus.
The Student Friendly Complaints Policy ensures that every student has a clear, safe, and accessible pathway to voice their concerns. Written in age appropriate language, this document empowers students to speak up about their safety and wellbeing, guaranteeing that their voices are heard and acted upon with procedural fairness and absolute confidentiality.
The Student Discipline Policy establishes a clear and fair framework for managing behavioural breaches while upholding the inherent dignity of every student. By integrating restorative practices with strict procedural fairness, the School ensures that all disciplinary actions from minor redirections to formal exclusions are conducted with transparency, integrity, and in full alignment with Western Australian legislative requirements.
The Staff Training Plan is a strategic tool designed to bridge the gap between current staff competencies and the school’s future operational needs. By formalising the identification of training requirements during performance reviews, the school ensures that professional learning is targeted, cost effective, and directly contributes to the institution’s overarching educational goals.
The Staff Professional Development Policy fosters a culture of continuous growth and research informed practice across the school. By providing a strategic framework for professional learning and an annual budget, the school ensures that all personnel from graduate teachers to senior leaders can enhance their skills and leadership capacity in direct alignment with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
The Staff Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) Form provides a structured and supportive framework for addressing persistent performance concerns. By clearly defining objectives, action steps, and the training provided, the school ensures that staff are given a transparent and fair opportunity to meet the required professional standards while maintaining the institution's commitment to educational excellence.
The Staff Misconduct or Non-Performance Report provides a formalised framework for documenting concerns regarding employee behaviour or professional standards. By ensuring that incidents are recorded with precision and transparency, the school upholds the principles of natural justice and procedural fairness, protecting both the integrity of the institution and the rights of the individual.
The Staff Mentoring Procedure provides a structured framework for professional growth, facilitating the effective transfer of specialised skills and governance expertise across the school. By fostering supportive professional relationships, the school enhances organisational capability and ensures that staff from new inductees to senior leaders are equipped to maintain high standards of educational and administrative performance.
The Staff Medical Disclosure and Consent Form provides a confidential and professional mechanism for employees to notify the School of health conditions or medications that may impact their capacity to work safely. This tool facilitates the implementation of reasonable adjustments and ensures that the School can fulfil its duty of care while maintaining the highest standards of privacy and workplace safety.
The Staff ICT Acceptable Use Policy establishes the high standards of digital citizenship and professional conduct required of all personnel using the school’s technology resources. It ensures that digital tools are used to facilitate educational excellence and efficient administration while maintaining strict data security and upholding the school’s unwavering duty of care toward students.
The Staff ICT Acceptable Use Agreement outlines the professional and ethical standards for the use of the school’s digital resources. By signing this agreement, staff commit to modelling exemplary digital citizenship, protecting sensitive data through secure practices, and ensuring that technology use remains focused on educational outcomes and the school’s duty of care.
The Social Media Policy provides a robust framework for the safe and responsible use of digital platforms within the school community. It balances the benefits of educational engagement and outreach with the critical need to protect the school’s reputation, maintain professional boundaries, and ensure the online safety of students in accordance with modern Australian age restriction standards.
The Sex Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Policy establishes a proactive framework for the elimination of all forms of sex based discrimination, harassment, and victimisation. By fostering a culture of respect and professional integrity, the school ensures a safe and inclusive environment that protects the dignity of all staff, students, and community members in alignment with modern Australian legislative reforms.
The Sensory Tools Procedure establishes a structured approach to the use of fidget tools, movement aids, and weighted items within the classroom. By integrating these tools as functional adjustments rather than toys, the school supports student self-regulation and focus, ensuring that diverse learning needs are met without disrupting the collective educational environment.
The Science and Technologies Rooms Policy establishes the safety and compliance standards for high-risk practical spaces, including laboratories and workshops. It ensures that the use of specialised machinery, chemicals, and equipment is managed through rigorous risk assessments and standard operating procedures to protect the wellbeing of all students and staff.
The School Hours and Supervision Procedure establishes a structured and transparent schedule for the school day, ensuring that student safety is prioritised during arrival, break, and dismissal times. By clearly defining formal supervision windows and parent responsibilities, the school maintains a secure environment that aligns with Western Australian legislative standards and duty of care requirements.
The Yearly Standard Collection Notice is a formal communication sent to families at the commencement of each academic year to ensure transparency regarding the management of personal and sensitive information. It reaffirms the School’s commitment to privacy and outlines how student and family data is used to meet educational, administrative, and duty of care obligations.
The Weapons Procedure provides a rigorous and immediate response framework for managing the presence or suspected presence of weapons on school grounds. It prioritises the physical safety of the school community by outlining clear protocols for isolation, containment, and police liaison, ensuring that the school fulfils its non-delegable duty of care during high stakes security incidents.
The Unique Student Identifier (USI) Procedure establishes a systematic process for the collection, verification, and secure storage of student USIs. This procedure ensures that the School meets its national reporting obligations for Vocational Education and Training (VET) while safeguarding student data privacy and maintaining accurate educational records.
The Racial Discrimination Policy establishes a zero tolerance framework for any conduct that treats individuals less favourably due to their race, colour, or national origin. By promoting human dignity and kindness, the School ensures a safe and inclusive environment where all staff, students, and community members are protected from racial vilification and harassment.
The Psychosocial Hazards Management Procedure establishes a proactive framework for identifying, assessing, and controlling risks to the mental health and wellbeing of the school community. By addressing factors such as excessive workload, workplace bullying, and lack of role clarity, the school ensures a safe and supportive working environment that promotes staff retention and high quality educational delivery.
The Professional Development Record (PDR) provides a formalised system for staff to document and track their ongoing learning and skill acquisition. By aligning personal growth with the school’s strategic goals, this record ensures that all personnel maintain the professional standards and legislative knowledge required to provide a safe and high quality educational environment.
The Policy, Procedure, and Supplementary Documents Tracker provides a centralised "source of truth" for the management of the School's entire regulatory framework. It ensures that every document—from high-level board policies to operational forms—is tracked through its lifecycle, including version control, approval authorities, and mandatory review dates to maintain continuous compliance with Australian educational standards.
The Locker Search and Inspection Procedure provides a rigorous and legally sound framework for the examination of student lockers. This procedure ensures that school leadership can respond effectively to safety concerns or policy breaches while maintaining student dignity and adhering to Western Australian educational standards.
The Locker Policy establishes the framework for the provision and use of student lockers, ensuring they are used solely for the secure storage of school related materials and personal items. It balances student privacy with the School's overriding duty of care, outlining the conditions under which lockers may be accessed, inspected, or revoked to maintain a safe and orderly campus.
The Locker Hire Agreement establishes the formal terms and conditions for the use of school storage facilities. It defines the responsibilities of the student regarding the security and maintenance of the locker, ensuring that personal property is protected while maintaining the school's right to access the infrastructure for safety and maintenance purposes.
The Locker Maintenance and Repair Schedule provides a structured framework for the ongoing upkeep and annual overhaul of student storage assets. It ensures that all physical lockers are inspected regularly for defects, such as broken hinges or locks, and that a comprehensive maintenance plan is executed during Term 4 to ensure the school estate remains safe and functional for the new academic year.
The Locker Allocation Register provides a centralised system for the orderly assignment and management of student storage facilities. By maintaining a precise record of locker numbers, locations, and assigned students, the School ensures the security of personal property and facilitates efficient maintenance and administrative oversight throughout the academic year.
The Job Interview Questions: Sample Selection provides a professional repository of behavioural and situational questions designed to identify high quality candidates. This resource ensures that recruitment processes are objective, evidence based, and aligned with the school's commitment to safety, academic excellence, and cultural fit.
The Jewish Synagogue and Tefillah Policy provides a respectful and structured framework for the provision of prayer facilities and the conduct of Tefillah (prayer) on school grounds. It ensures that the religious needs of Jewish students and staff are met through an inclusive approach that prioritises safety, supervision, and professional conduct while fostering a culture of spiritual safety.
The Islamic Musalla and Jumu'ah Prayer Policy provides a respectful and structured framework for the provision of prayer facilities and the conduct of Friday (Jumu'ah) prayers on school grounds. It ensures that the religious needs of Muslim students and staff are met through an inclusive approach that prioritises safety, supervision, and professional conduct.
The Internal Audit Policy and Procedure establishes a systematic and independent process for evaluating the effectiveness of the school's risk management, internal controls, and governance frameworks. By identifying operational gaps and ensuring strict adherence to legislative requirements, this policy safeguards the school's integrity and supports continuous improvement across all educational and administrative functions.
The Insurance Policies Register serves as a centralised administrative tool for tracking and managing the school's comprehensive insurance portfolio. It ensures that all mandatory and elective coverages ranging from Public Liability to Medical Evacuation are current, adequately valued, and aligned with the risk profile of the school's diverse activities.
The Unique Student Identifier (USI) Fact Sheet provides parents and guardians with essential information regarding the mandatory national reference number for students undertaking Vocational Education and Training (VET). It outlines the purpose of the USI in creating a permanent online record of a student’s Australian training attainments and explains the school’s role in verifying these identifiers for official reporting.
The Independent Minor Policy and Declaration Form provides a rigorous framework for recognising a student’s capacity to manage their own educational and administrative affairs when a working relationship with a parent or guardian no longer exists. This policy ensures that vulnerable students are supported through a formal designation process that prioritises their safety, privacy, and educational continuity in accordance with Western Australian registration standards.
The Hazardous Waste Handling Procedure provides a rigorous safety framework for the identification, storage, and disposal of dangerous substances within the school environment. This procedure ensures that hazardous materials from science laboratory chemicals to maintenance fluids are managed in a way that eliminates risks to the health of students and staff while ensuring full compliance with Western Australian environmental and safety legislation.
The Front Office Sign-In Sign-Out Procedure establishes a rigorous framework for monitoring the movement of all individuals on school premises. By mandating that all staff, students, and visitors officially record their arrival and departure, the school ensures an accurate real-time manifest for emergency evacuations while maintaining a secure environment in line with Western Australian safety standards.
The Freedom of Information (FOI) Access Request Form provides a formal mechanism for the public to exercise their legal right to access school records. This document ensures that requests are managed in strict accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 1992 (WA), balancing the need for institutional transparency with the protection of personal privacy and commercial confidentiality.
The Flexible Work Practices Policy and Procedure provides a structured framework for balancing the school’s operational requirements with the personal and professional needs of its staff. It ensures that requests for flexible arrangements such as part-time work, remote options, or adjusted hours are managed with procedural fairness and in strict accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth).
The Fitness for Work Policy ensures that all staff, contractors, and volunteers possess the physical, psychological, and emotional capacity to perform their roles safely. This policy establishes a proactive framework for managing factors that can impair performance such as fatigue, stress, or substance use maintaining a safe and productive environment for the entire school community.
The Financial Management Policy and Procedure ensures the transparent and secure management of school finances through a rigorous system of internal controls and defined delegations. It prioritises honesty and integrity, aligning resource allocation with strategic goals to minimise the risk of fraud or mismanagement while upholding Australian Accounting Standards.n
The Filing and Records Management Policy and Procedure provides a comprehensive framework for the systematic and secure management of school records throughout their entire lifecycle. By establishing clear protocols for identification, retention, and secure disposal, the School maintains a reliable "organisational memory" that ensures legal accountability, operational efficiency, and the protection of personal privacy.
The Fees Refund Request Form provides a structured mechanism for families to claim the return of funds due to overpayment, visa status changes, or withdrawal with appropriate notice. Governed by the school’s Fees Policy and the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000, this document ensures that financial reconciliations are processed with transparency and in accordance with national code requirements.
The Fees Financial Hardship Application Form is a strictly confidential document designed for families experiencing genuine financial difficulty as defined by school policy. It provides a structured pathway for families to request temporary fee relief or an amended payment plan by detailing their circumstances and providing necessary financial evidence.
The Fees Collection and Debt Recovery Procedure provides a rigorous yet compassionate framework for managing school accounts to ensure long-term financial sustainability. It outlines the formal processes for billing, monitoring aged debtors, and managing recovery actions including for separated parents and independent minors while maintaining strict adherence to Western Australian and Commonwealth legislative requirements.
The Fatigue Management Procedure establishes a systematic framework for identifying, assessing, and mitigating the risks of physical and mental exhaustion among staff. This procedure ensures that high fatigue activities such as excursions and co-curricular events are managed through proactive roster design and supportive wellbeing measures to maintain a safe working and learning environment.
The Facility Hire Policy and Procedure provides a transparent and fair framework for community access to school assets. It ensures that the hire of facilities such as gymnasiums, performing arts centres, and ovals is managed consistently while mitigating risks to health and safety as a mandated Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU).
The Facility Hire Application Form provides a structured template for the non-exclusive licensing of school spaces to external parties. This agreement ensures that school educational requirements remain the priority while establishing strict safety, insurance, and maintenance obligations for the hirer.
The Expenditure of Funds Policy and Procedure establishes a rigorous framework for the responsible and ethical management of the school's financial resources. It mandates that all spending be authorised by staff with specific delegated authority and supported by valid documentary evidence to ensure financial viability and transparency.
The Excursions, Incursions, Camps, and Tours Policy and Procedure establishes a rigorous, inclusive framework for all learning activities conducted outside the classroom or by external providers. It ensures meticulous planning and heightened vigilance to protect the physical and psychosocial wellbeing of every student during off-site experiences.
The E-Rideables and E-Bikes Policy and Procedure regulates the use, storage, and maintenance of electric personal transport devices on school grounds. It balances the convenience of sustainable transport with a primary duty of care by addressing risks such as high-speed collisions, pedestrian safety, and lithium-ion battery fire hazards.
The E-Rideable and E-Bike Permit Application Form establishes a mandatory safety and conduct framework for students using electric scooters, bicycles, or skateboards. This document ensures that all devices meet Australian safety standards, including AS/NZS 2063 for helmets and specific speed capping (25km/h for High School; 10km/h for Primary), while clearly outlining liability and prohibited actions such as on-site battery charging.
The Equipment Maintenance and Electrical Safety Procedure establishes a rigorous framework for the inspection, testing, and maintenance of all school equipment to mitigate workplace hazards. It ensures that all electrical items are properly maintained by a competent person to prevent risks such as electric shock, fire, or injury, in accordance with Australian Standard AS/NZS 3760.
The Equipment Consumables Procedure provides a structured framework for the efficient handling, storage, and replacement of resources required for daily school operations. By establishing clear standards for managing items like paper and toner, the procedure ensures equipment longevity and fiscal responsibility while maintaining compliance with Western Australian regulatory standards.
The Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Equity and Diversity Policy establishes a fair and equitable work environment by ensuring that recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on merit. This policy proactively prevents discrimination and harassment throughout the employment lifecycle, fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is valued and human dignity is respected.
The Epilepsy and Seizures Management Procedure provides a comprehensive framework for the daily support and emergency care of students with epilepsy. This procedure ensures that staff are equipped to manage seizure events with professional composure prioritising physical safety and student dignity while fulfilling statutory obligations under the School Education Act 1999 (WA).
The Epidemic and Pandemic Management Policy establishes a robust, scalable framework to protect the health and safety of the school community during a public health crisis. This policy ensures operational continuity from elevated hygiene and social distancing to remote learning transitions in strict accordance with Western Australian health mandates and national biosecurity legislation.
The Environmental Sustainability Policy and Procedure establishes a sophisticated framework for integrating ecological health into the school's long-term strategic planning. It prioritises climate resilience and resource conservation, ensuring that sustainable behaviours are consistently modelled for students and the wider community while balancing environmental goals with operational cost effectiveness.
The Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBA) Fact Sheet provides a comprehensive guide to establishing tailored employment terms under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). It outlines the mandatory bargaining processes, content requirements, and the critical Better Off Overall Test (BOOT), enabling schools to customize wages and working conditions to meet specific operational needs while ensuring legal compliance.
The Enrolment Letter of Offer and Acceptance is a formal written agreement that finalises a student's placement at the school. This document serves as a binding contract, outlining the specific year level, commencement dates, and the comprehensive financial and policy obligations required of the family. It is designed to meet both domestic standards and the National Code 2018 for international students.
The Enrolment Form is a comprehensive intake document designed for independent schools to collect essential student identity, health, and background data. It facilitates the systematic gathering of information required for national reporting and duty of care obligations while establishing a legally binding agreement between the school and the family regarding fees, conduct, and policy compliance.
The Enrolment Form is a specialised intake document designed for faith based educational institutions. It integrates essential identity and medical data with specific sections for Religious Affiliation and Reference, allowing schools to prioritise enrolments based on a family’s active participation in their faith community, whether Christian, Jewish, or Muslim. This form ensures full compliance with WA School Education and Commonwealth Privacy Acts while establishing clear financial and behavioural expectations for the family.
The Enrolment Form is a specialised intake document designed for First Nations focused schools, capturing essential identity, kinship, and cultural data alongside mandatory statutory requirements. It ensures full compliance with WA School Education and Commonwealth Privacy Acts while facilitating "On Country" learning consents and the documentation of student descent, including clan, nation, and community groups.
The Energy Conservation Policy and Procedure establishes a framework for reducing the school’s environmental footprint by integrating energy-efficient practices into daily operations. It focuses on fostering conservation awareness, prioritising sustainable procurement, and leveraging renewable energy sources to align with Western Australian climate transition goals.
The Employment Categories and Contracting Policy establishes a clear framework for the classification and engagement of all staff to ensure operational stability and instructional continuity. Developed in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), this policy defines the legal requirements for full-time, part-time, and casual roles, while providing strict guidelines to distinguish between employees and independent contractors.
The Duty of Care Policy establishes the foundational legal and professional requirements for maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment. This policy ensures that all staff, volunteers, and contractors take proactive, reasonable steps to prevent foreseeable risks of harm including physical, psychological, or property damage across all campus, off-site, and digital activities.
The Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace Policy establishes a robust safety framework aimed at risk mitigation and psychosocial support rather than purely disciplinary action. This policy ensures that all individuals on campus from leadership and staff to visitors are fit for work and that safety remains a collective, non-discriminatory priority.
The Dogs and Private Pets on School Premises Policy establishes a restricted access framework to ensure a safe, hygienic, and inclusive environment for the school community. By setting clear boundaries for private domestic animals, the policy mitigates risks associated with unpredictable animal behaviour, severe allergies, and sanitation, ensuring the school fulfils its duty of care and maintains a focused learning environment.
The Disposal of Medication Procedure establishes a structured framework for the safe and responsible removal of expired or unneeded medications. This procedure ensures a safe environment by preventing accidental ingestion or environmental contamination, mandating regular audits of storage areas and a robust chain of accountability for all medical resources.
The Disability Discrimination Policy establishes a dedicated framework for protecting the fundamental human rights of individuals with disabilities in alignment with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). This policy ensures an inclusive environment by mandating reasonable adjustments, proactive consultation, and zero tolerance for harassment, ensuring students and staff can participate in school life on the same basis as their peers.
The Digital Services and Information Governance (AI Basic or non-existent) Policy and Procedure establishes a clear governance structure for schools with limited or no current AI usage. It prioritises cybersecurity through mandatory Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and unique user accounts while enforcing a cautious, restricted approach to Artificial Intelligence to protect data privacy and academic integrity.
The Digital Services and Information Governance (AI Advanced) Policy and Procedure establishes a sophisticated framework for the safe and ethical management of ICT and Artificial Intelligence (AI). It prioritises "human centred learning" by ensuring AI enhances rather than replaces the role of educators, while mandating rigorous cybersecurity controls like multi factor authentication and daily backups to protect the school's digital integrity.
The Diabetes Management Procedure provides a comprehensive framework for the daily care and emergency response for students with Type 1 Diabetes. This procedure ensures that students can participate fully in all school activities, including excursions and camps, by establishing clear protocols for blood glucose monitoring, insulin administration, and the immediate treatment of hypoglycaemic or hyperglycaemic events.
The Developing a Job Description Fact Sheet provides a comprehensive guide for creating clear, professional role profiles that attract the right talent while ensuring operational compliance. This resource outlines the essential components required for Western Australian independent schools, including clear role identification, selection criteria for mandatory clearances, and transparent employment terms aligned with specific industrial awards.
The Defining the Board Fact Sheet provides a comprehensive overview of the legal standing, eligibility, and core functions of a school’s governing body. Whether titled as a Board, Council, or Committee, this resource clarifies that all members hold collective responsibility for steering the organisation toward its mission while maintaining rigorous financial and legal accountability.
The Deductions from an Employee’s Pay Procedure ensures that all withholdings from staff wages are handled with transparency and legal integrity. Aligned with the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), this procedure mandates that deductions occur only with explicit written consent or clear lawful authority, ensuring they are reasonable and primarily for the employee's benefit.
The Data Breach Response Procedure provides a structured and robust framework for managing personal information in the event of an actual or suspected data breach. Adapted from OAIC guidelines, this procedure ensures full compliance with the Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme and the Children’s Online Privacy Code, prioritising the best interests of children through harm mitigation, transparency, and a commitment to data minimisation.
The Data Breach Notification Form serves as a critical internal and external reporting tool to manage suspected unauthorised access, use, or disclosure of personal information. This form facilitates the systematic collection of essential details, including the cause of the breach, the type of information involved, and the mitigation strategies implemented to protect the school community and prevent further incidents.
The Conduct Workplace Investigations Procedure provides a legally robust framework for investigating complaints of bullying, harassment, or misconduct with a commitment to natural justice. This procedure ensures that all parties receive a "fair go" by utilising unbiased investigators, maintaining strict confidentiality, and determining findings based on the balance of probabilities to defend against potential unfair dismissal claims.
The Complaints Handling Policy and Procedure provides a transparent, fair, and accessible system for resolving grievances in alignment with the expectations of the Director General of the Department of Education. This policy ensures that all expressions of dissatisfaction are managed with procedural fairness, offering a tiered resolution process that prioritises student safety and continuous organisational improvement.
The Complaint Investigation Report is a critical governance tool used to document the formal inquiry into expressions of dissatisfaction, ensuring all grievances are resolved through a logical and evidence based review. This report prioritises procedural fairness by recording how parties exercised their right to be heard and integrates mandatory triage steps for allegations of child abuse or criminal conduct, ensuring the school meets its reporting obligations to the Director General and WA Police.
The Contemporaneous Records Procedure ensures the safety and supervision of the school's youngest learners by mandating the real time documentation of all staff and visitors within early childhood classrooms. This procedure fulfils mandatory Western Australian regulatory requirements for Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten classes, providing critical primary evidence that mandated staff to student ratios are consistently maintained throughout the school day.
The Committees Policy and Procedure provides a structured framework for the formation of permanent standing sub-committees and temporary ad hoc committees to enhance governance efficiency. By establishing clear Terms of Reference, this policy ensures that delegated groups operate with transparency and accountability while the full Board retains ultimate legal responsibility for all decisions and outcomes.
The Commitment to Child Safety Statement serves as a public declaration of the school's dedication to the protection and wellbeing of every child. This statement outlines the school's zero tolerance stance on child abuse and details the rigorous recruitment, training, and audit frameworks used to ensure a child friendly environment across all Western Australian operations.
The Child Safe Risk Management Policy and Procedure establishes a dedicated child safe culture where student wellbeing is the primary consideration in all school decisions. This policy implements a systematic, evidence based approach to identifying and treating risks of harm across physical and digital environments, supported by a centralised Child Safe Risk Register and shared responsibility among all staff and contractors.
The CCTV Surveillance Notice Letter provides a professional template for schools to fulfil their mandatory transparency obligations before activating or expanding video monitoring systems. This document ensures that the school community receives the required 14 day notice, clearly outlining the overt nature of the surveillance, the specific safety purposes of the system, and the rigorous privacy safeguards in place to protect the dignity of students and staff.
The CCTV and Video Surveillance Policy provides a transparent framework for using video monitoring as an overt safety measure to protect students, staff, and school property. Strictly aligned with the Surveillance Devices Act 1998 (WA) and the Children’s Online Privacy Code, this policy mandates the use of Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and clear signage, ensuring that surveillance remains proportionate and respects the privacy and dignity of the school community.
The Canteen and Healthy Food Policy establishes a safe and nutritious food environment that models healthy lifestyle choices through the Western Australian "Traffic Light" system. This policy ensures strict adherence to the Food Act 2008 (WA) and Allergy Aware protocols, mandating rigorous hygiene standards and the careful management of special dietary requirements to support student wellbeing across all school events.
The Board Responsibility Fact Sheet provides a high level overview of the six primary pillars of school governance, from legal and financial accountability to strategic vision and community advocacy. This resource clarifies the Board's role as the ultimate steward of institutional resources, ensuring that the school maintains its mission focus while fulfilling mandatory obligations such as budget oversight, principal performance reviews, and risk mitigation.
The Board Member Induction Policy and Procedure ensures that new governors receive the comprehensive training and information required to fulfil their fiduciary duties from the start of their term. This policy formalises the transition process through a facility tours, and a formal mentoring program, ensuring the school's strategic momentum and governance continuity are maintained during leadership changes.
The Board Meetings Procedure provides a structured and transparent framework for the conduct of governing body sessions, ensuring legal compliance with the Associations Incorporation Act 2015 (WA) and the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). This procedure fosters a culture of inclusivity and rigorous oversight, mandating specific protocols for agendas, "In Camera" discussions for sensitive matters, and the formalisation of resolutions to maintain the school’s long-term strategic stability.
The Board Gift Acceptance Procedure provides a structured framework for the evaluation and acceptance of philanthropic support to ensure all donations align with the school's mission and strategic goals. This procedure ensures the institution remains compliant with ATO "responsible person" rules and the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 (Cth) while protecting the school’s independence and public trust.
The Board Fundraising Policy and Procedure defines the governing body's vital role in securing the school's financial future through active leadership and personal commitment. Operating on the principle of "Leadership by Example," this policy encourages members to contribute their time, networks, and financial support in proportion to their capacity, ensuring all activities comply with ATO "responsible person" rules and Western Australian registration standards.
The Board Confidentiality Policy and Procedure ensures a secure governance environment by protecting sensitive personal, legal, and strategic information from unauthorised disclosure. This policy establishes a permanent obligation for all current and former officers to maintain discretion, prohibiting the improper use of school data for personal gain while ensuring that high level deliberations remain protected to foster open and frank board discussion.
The Board Attendance Policy and Procedure establishes clear expectations for the consistent participation of school governors to ensure the institution maintains its functional, legal, and strategic integrity. This policy defines specific attendance thresholds, such as the two meeting unnotified absence limit, and outlines the formal remedial and removal processes required to uphold natural justice and satisfy Western Australian registration standards.
The Board AGM Timelines and Legal Requirements Fact Sheet provides a high level summary of the statutory obligations and procedural deadlines required to conduct a transparent and legally compliant Annual General Meeting. This resource ensures that Western Australian schools adhere to the Associations Incorporation Act 2015 (WA) by holding meetings within six months of the financial year end and providing members with the mandated 21 days' notice for special resolutions.
The Copyright and Intellectual Property (IP) Policy establishes a legal and ethical framework for the creation, use, and protection of creative and educational works within the school. It ensures that the school fulfills its statutory obligations under the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth) while asserting the institution's ownership of materials developed by staff during their employment.
The Community Service Program Policy establishes a formal framework for student volunteerism, ensuring that service learning activities are integrated into the school's mission while maintaining rigorous safety and ethical standards. It transforms the act of volunteering into a structured educational experience that fosters empathy, leadership, and a sense of civic duty.
The Christian Chapel and Worship Policy establishes the framework for the spiritual life of the school, ensuring that worship remains a central and respectful experience for all members of the community. It balances the school's unique religious identity with a commitment to inclusivity and the dignity of the whole person.
The Centralised Contract Register is a sophisticated procurement and governance tool used to monitor the lifecycle, financial commitments, and compliance status of all school related contracts. It provides the School Board and the Principal with a clear overview of the institution's legal obligations to third-party vendors and service providers.
The Student Friendly Version – Code of Conduct Student Policy is a simplified guide designed to help students understand their rights and responsibilities both on campus and in the digital world. It translates complex legislative requirements into accessible language to foster a safe, respectful, and happy learning environment.
The Secondary Awards Policy – Student Formal Awards and Honours provides a structured and prestigious framework for celebrating student excellence across the academic, cultural, sporting, and service domains. The policy distinguishes between two tiers of recognition: Formal Awards, which acknowledge outstanding performance and commitment, and Honours, which celebrate truly exceptional mastery and leadership.
The Remote/Online Teaching and Learning Policy provides a strategic framework for maintaining educational continuity and student wellbeing during emergency transitions to off-campus instruction. It emphasises a flexible, empathetic approach that balances academic delivery with the physical and mental health needs of the entire school community.
The Code of Conduct Remote/Online Learning Policy establishes a framework to ensure that the high standards of professionalism and safety maintained on campus are seamlessly translated into the digital learning environment. It aligns with the School Education Act 1999 (WA) and the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) to guarantee that online teaching is delivered in a safe, structured, and legally compliant manner.
The Pastoral Care Policy establishes a holistic framework for student support, ensuring that every child is known, valued, and safe within a nurturing school environment. It integrates intellectual, moral, spiritual, and social development into daily school life while maintaining strict compliance with Western Australian standards for student wellbeing.
The Homework Policy outlines a developmental and non-punitive approach to learning outside of school hours, ensuring that tasks are age appropriate and balanced with family life. It aims to consolidate classroom learning while fostering a collaborative partnership between the school and the home environment.
The Hardware Loan Agreement is a functional document designed to facilitate the secure and responsible distribution of school-owned technology to students. It ensures that educational continuity is maintained during emergency disruptions while establishing clear accountability for the care and security of the equipment.
The Gifted and Talented Education Policy establishes a comprehensive framework to transform innate giftedness into measurable talent. It is theoretically grounded in Gagne’s Differentiated Model of Giftedness and Talent (DMGT), which emphasises that natural abilities require environmental and intrapersonal catalysts to flourish.
The Gifted and Talented Acceleration Trial Review Log is a formal monitoring document used to manage and evaluate the suitability of academic acceleration for high ability students. It provides a structured six week trial framework, ensuring that decisions to move a student ahead are based on a balanced assessment of both curriculum mastery and social emotional resilience.
The Code of Conduct Staff and Volunteers Policy establishes the rigorous behavioral and professional standards required of all adults engaged within the school community to ensure student safety remains the primary focus. It aligns with the Registration Standards for Non-Government Schools (WA) and the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
The Code of Conduct Family Policy establishes a framework for a safe, respectful, and child focused school environment by outlining clear expectations for adult behaviour. It functions as a collaborative partnership agreement between the school and families, ensuring that adult interactions model the respectful standards expected of students while fulfilling the school’s non-delegable duty of care.
The Code of Conduct Board Policy establishes the legal, ethical, and moral standards expected of all School Board members to ensure effective governance and the safeguarding of the school’s reputation. It serves as a foundational document that aligns the leadership’s actions with the school’s mission and statutory obligations under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and Western Australian Registration Standards.
The Car Park Policy establishes a highly structured traffic environment designed to manage the significant congestion experienced during peak school periods. It prioritises the physical safety of students and pedestrians by enforcing strict vehicle movement protocols and clear parking restrictions in alignment with the school’s duty of care.
The Terrorism and IED Threats Emergency Management Policy and Procedure establishes a high stakes coordination strategy for managing bomb threats and terrorism related incidents while prioritising the preservation of life and avoiding unnecessary panic. It aligns with the Emergency Management Act 2005 (WA) and national security frameworks, such as the ANZCTC Crowded Places Strategy, to ensure the school meets its duty of care.
The Student Learning and Wellbeing Policy establishes a comprehensive, tiered framework that integrates academic achievement with social-emotional health. It mandates a whole school approach to student support, ensuring compliance with the School Education Act 1999 (WA) and the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
The Staff and Contractor Induction Procedure establishes a comprehensive framework for integrating new personnel, ensuring they become operationally competent while meeting strict Western Australian legislative and registration requirements. It mandates a structured orientation process that prioritises safety, professional conduct, and the school’s non-delegable duty of care.
The Staff and Contractor Induction Checklist is a foundational compliance and onboarding tool designed to ensure that all new personnel are legally "audit ready" and professionally prepared for their roles within the school. It serves as a structured roadmap for the first 90 days of employment, covering everything from critical safety certifications to organisational mission and values.
The Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Threat Checklist is a high stakes operational tool designed to guide school staff through the critical minutes of receiving a bomb threat. It focuses on maximizing information gathering while maintaining calm, ensuring that authorities have the necessary data to perform an accurate risk assessment.
The Examination Rules and Responsibilities Policy establishes a rigorous framework for conducting formal assessments from Year 10 through to Year 12, ensuring consistency with SCSA guidelines and the requirements for the WACE. It prioritises academic integrity and equitable access, providing a developmental pathway that prepares students for the high stakes environment of ATAR and vocational examinations.
The Emergency Management Plan (EMP) is a mandatory governance document required under the Registration Standards for Non-Government Schools (WA). It establishes a comprehensive framework for responding to critical incidents, ranging from physical hazards like fires to complex psychosocial threats such as armed intruders. The plan prioritises the "Best Interests of Students" and ensures that the school fulfills its non-delegable duty of care and statutory obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA).
The Critical and Emergency Incidents Register is a central compliance record used to document and track the school's response to high impact events. It ensures that the school meets its statutory notification requirements while maintaining a clear audit trail for the Director General of the Department of Education and the school's governing body.
The Child Abduction Response Policy provides a highly coordinated framework for managing reports of suspicious behaviour, stalking, or attempted abductions on or near school grounds. It prioritises student safety and rapid collaboration with the Western Australia Police Force, ensuring that incidents are documented with legal precision while maintaining community discretion.
The Child Abduction Response Plan establishes a rapid, legal, and compassionate framework for responding to suspected abductions or suspicious behaviour near the school campus. It mandates immediate evidence collection including the use of the Eyes on the Street app and the securing of CCTV footage while ensuring all statutory notifications to the WA Police Force, the Ombudsman, and the Department of Education are completed within mandatory timeframes.
The Writing, Reviewing, and Maintaining Policies and Procedures Fact Sheet outlines the essential requirements for policy management under the School Education Act 1999 (WA) and the Registration Standards for Non-Government Schools (WA).
The Student Transfer Procedure provides a structured and legally compliant framework for managing the movement of students between educational institutions. It ensures that all transfers whether voluntary, negotiated, or involving overseas visa holders are conducted with procedural fairness and a primary focus on the student's wellbeing. The procedure outlines strict protocols for verifying new enrolments to prevent students from falling out of the education system and mandates secure, institution to institution transmission of cumulative records.
The Staff Conflict of Interest and Dispute Resolution Policy and Procedure establishes a framework for maintaining institutional integrity and a harmonious workplace culture. It mandates the early identification and written disclosure of actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest, ensuring that personal affiliations do not compromise professional objectivity. Additionally, the policy provides a structured pathway for resolving workplace grievances through the principles of procedural fairness and natural justice, specifically addressing the school’s legal obligation to manage psychosocial hazards under the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA).
The Restrictive Practices / Physical Contact with Students Policy establishes a rigorous framework that prioritises de-escalation and non-physical strategies, ensuring that physical contact is reserved strictly as a last resort to prevent immediate harm. It outlines clear parameters for lawful intervention, prohibiting physical force for enforcing compliance or as a disciplinary measure. The policy mandates that any physical interaction be reasonable, proportionate, and documented, with strict adherence to Western Australian mandatory reporting obligations and child safety standards.
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