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.

This procedure explains what ‘duty of care’ means, how teaching staff may discharge their duty of care to students, and circumstances in which non-teaching staff, external providers and volunteers may owe students a duty of care.

This framework must be read in conjunction with the Injury Management and Workers' Compensation policy.

The procedures outline the requirements for staff in residential facilities to ensure the safety and well-being of students during leisure activities.

The Department of Education provides support for gifted and talented students to achieve their best possible learning outcomes.

This framework provides information for employees in relation to their obligations and responsibilities with respect to procurement and contract management.