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.

The Grievance Framework provides resolution options, processes and resources to address employee grievances.

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

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

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

These procedures apply to all Department site managers and to Department employees in public schools who have been nominated to take charge of a recreation and/or outdoor education activity.

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

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.