This policy provides procedures and advice to assist school staff understand their responsibilities and supports informed decision-making in family disputes.

This policy and procedures outlines for all employees of the Department of Education to follow when travelling on a trip authorised by the Department.

These procedures aim to maximise the flexibility available to school communities in the configuration of the school day within the constraints of legislation and industrial agreements. The Director General determines the days in each year on which government schools are to be open for educational instruction of students.