This policy provides procedures and advice for the enrolment of students in public schools.

This policy outlines roles and responsibilities of workplace managers and workers relating to work health and safety within the Department of Education.

This policy ensures that employees are aware of their obligations under the Working With Children Check (Criminal Record Checking) Act 2004 (the Act) and ensures that the Department maintains compliance with the Act.

This policy assists teachers with protecting and informing students and parents in their use of online services.

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

The Curriculum Assessment and Reporting in Public Schools Policy and Procedures set out the requirements that schools need to meet in planning their curriculum, assessment and reporting practices. The Policy and Procedures are aligned to the Western Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline.

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.

Provides information about the functions and operation of public school Councils and Boards, along with advice that may assist Council and Board members to fulfil their consultative and decision-making roles.

This policy 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.

The Vehicle Management Policy provides a framework for the improved management of all Department and school passenger and light commercial vehicles ensuring the most efficient, effective and economical way to deliver operational services.

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

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

Some secondary students in agricultural education programs drive vehicles and machinery on school property. These procedures are used for the management and supervision of student drivers.

On 6 February 2024 the Enrolment Framework for Students with a Visa in Public Schools was updated. A new enrolment process for overseas students will come into effect on Monday 19 February 2024.

The Department registers home educators and evaluates their educational programs and children’s progress.

The Department of Education undertakes advertising in schools in accordance with the mandatory requirements for Western Australian Government agencies.

Access to Department online services and Department owned devices is provided to assist the Department in achieving its goals. The Department expects employees to use these resources in an ethical, legal, appropriate and acceptable manner.

This framework provides information and advice for the enrolment of students with a disability in public schools.

School facilities can be made available for community use. Applications must be approved by the principal and formalised by an agreement signed by the principal and a representative of the user group.

The policy provides an operational framework to raise employees’ and line managers’ knowledge and understanding of entitlements and responsibilities related to leave eligibility, application and approval processes. It ensures that employees and line managers are informed about, leave procedures and leave management strategies under relevant Awards and Agreements.

Schools and residential facilities need to have appropriate security measures in place to protect school property and ensure a safe and secure environment for staff and students. A variety of approaches are needed for implementation of effective security.

This policy provides rules and guidance for all staff on the acceptance, provision and declaration of gifts, benefits, and hospitality. Staff need to act with integrity when receiving or offering, gifts, benefits and hospitality in the course of their work.

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

Animals can enrich students’ learning experiences, however schools must adhere to consistent and high quality practices for the care and use of animals. Staff are to adhere to the processes of the Schools Animal Ethics Committee for the use of animals for any scientific teaching activity and/or adhere to the processes of Agricultural Education for the use of animals on school farms.

Animals can enrich students’ learning experiences, however schools must adhere to consistent and high quality practices for the care and use of animals. Staff are to adhere to the processes of the Schools Animal Ethics Committee for the use of animals for any scientific teaching activity and/or adhere to the processes of Agricultural Education for the use of animals on school farms.

This policy determines the provision and administration of housing for Department of Education employees deployed to a regional location.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Manager, Education Regulation, Non-Government School Regulation.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Director, Public Schools Planning.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Assistant Executive Director, Public Schools Planning.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Principal Project Officer, Maintenance.

Template to Internation Excursions for WA Department of Education commitment to provide a safe environment and appropriate accommodation for billeted students

Animals can enrich students’ learning experiences, however schools must adhere to consistent and high quality practices for the care and use of animals. Staff are to adhere to the processes of the Schools Animal Ethics Committee for the use of animals for any scientific teaching activity and/or adhere to the processes of Agricultural Education for the use of animals on school farms.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Director Non-Governmental School Regulation.

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

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Land and Planning.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Manager, Student Assessment and Reporting.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Principal Assessment Officer, Standards and Integrity.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the General Counsel, Legal and Legislative Services.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Primary, Early Childhood and Education Support.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Manager, Investigations and Compliance, Non-Government School Regulation.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Service Planning and Contracts.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Director, Service Planning and Coordination.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Director, Agricultural Education and Residential Colleges.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Manager, Residential Colleges.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Strategic Asset Services.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Service Director, Primary, Early Childhood and Education Support.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Principal Assessment Officer.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, School Performance

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Maintenance and Program Delivery.

This policy requires principals and school staff, to undertake self assessment, planning and reporting processes. It incorporates school compliance reporting and requirements related to the Standards Review and the Expert Review Group.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Chief Information Officer.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Incident Support Unit.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Service Director, Secondary Schools, District High Schools and Post-School Pathways

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Managers, Student Support Services.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Deputy Director General, Education Business Services.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the School Psychologist Consultant, Service Response

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Lead School Psychologist, Service Response

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Swimming and Water Safety.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Director, System and School Performance.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Principal Consultant, Incident Support Unit.

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

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Lead School Psychologist

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Principal Project Officer.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Coordinator Regional Operations.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Operational Initiatives.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Deputy Director General, Schools.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Secondary District High School and Post-School Support.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Director, ICT Operations and Customer Service.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Assistant Executive Director, Professional Capability.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Director, Strategic Policy.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Manager, Standards and Integrity.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to principals of all government schools.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Director, Standards and Integrity.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to the Principal Consultant, Deputy. Director General Schools.

This document outlines the powers, functions and duties delegated to Deputy Director General, People and Student Achievement.