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Policies A-Z

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Policy Management

The Department is committed to implementing policies that:

  • set clear parameters within which day-to-day operational decisions can be made
  • manage strategic and operational risk
  • further the achievement of the Department’s strategic goals and the broader policy direction of government; and
  • are managed in a systematic and consistent manner.

What is a policy?

Policies succinctly articulate the Department’s position, provide a framework for action and ensure a consistent approach to our day-to-activities and decision-making. Policies may be supported by procedures, manuals or guidelines.

Who are policy owners?

Policy owners are executive-level staff responsible for ensuring that policies allocated to them are current and that advice to departmental staff and stakeholders is provided. Driving policy review, development and removal is the responsibility of the policy owner. Detail about policy ownership is provided on each policy.

Who are policy contacts?

Policy contacts are departmental staff who provide detailed information about specific policies. Policy contacts are often the subject matter experts. They are responsible for conducting policy development and review activities.

How we use policies?

Policies are used to guide departmental procedures and provide consistent information to stakeholders. Schools use policies as a basis to develop school-based procedures that reflect the individual needs of schools.

The Department’s policies are provided in the A-Z listing:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education PDF File (130kb)

Access to Student Records PDF File (140kb)

Administration of Prescribed Medication, Catheters and Injections to Students PDF File (148kb)

Alcohol - Possession and Consumption in Schools and at School Related Activities PDF File (158 kb)

Appointment and Functions of Authorised Persons PDF File (94kb)

Approved Educational Courses: Government Schools PDF File (44kb)

Attendance at Government Schools PDF File (58kb)

Attendance at Non-government Schools PDF File (66kb)

Bullying, Harassment and Violence, Countering, in ACT Public Schools PDF File (44kb)

Care and Use of Animals in ACT Schools-Implementation Guidelines PDF File (169kb)

Changing the Name of an ACT Government School PDF File (31kb)

Chaplaincies in ACT Government Schools PDF File (34kb)

Child Abuse and Neglect PDF File (160kb)

Child Abuse and Neglect - Guidelines for Schools and Preschools - Protocol between Family Services, Schools and Preschools PDF File (100 kb)

Complaints Resolution Policy PDF File (253 kb) - Complaint Lodgement Form PDF File (24kb)

Copyright:

Corporate Sponsorship PDF File (340 kb) Revised 14 May 2002

Curriculum Requirements in ACT Public Schools, Preschool to Year 10 PDF File (49kb)

Enhance TV - Free Educational Resources PDF File (41kb)

English as a Second Language PDF File (160 kb)

Enrolment in ACT Public Schools (Preschool - Year 12)  PDF File (52kb)

Equity and Diversity Plan 2007 - 2009 PDF File (72kb)

Excursions

Family Law and the School PDF File (56kb)

Family Law Guidelines PDF File (13kb)

Financial Contributions from Parents - Statement MS Word File (121kb)

Financial Responsibility of Pre-School Parents' Association PDF File (94kb)

First Aid PDF File (516kb)

Gifted and Talented Students PDF File (72 kb)

Head Lice PDF File (115 kb)

Health, Physical Education and Sport Policy PDF File (137kb)

Health, Physical Education and Sport Implementation Guide PDF File (230kb)

Health, Physical Education and Sport Implementation Guidelines Supporting Individual Sports  PDF File (1.04mb)

Hepatitis Guidelines for Schools PDF File (18kb)

HIV/AIDS Policy and Mandatory Procedures PDF File (102kb)

Hydrotherapy Pools - Community Use PDF File (126kb)

Hydrotherapy Pools - School Use PDF File (56kb)

Implementation of Early Years Assessment Program and Release of Results - Policy and Guidelines PDF File (150 kb)

Industrial Action Affecting the Operation of Schools - Policy and Procedures  PDF File (63kb)

Infectious Diseases - Outbreak Procedures and Exclusion Periods PDF File (276kb) Revised 31 May 2002

Inspection of ACT Non-government School Applications, Registration Panel Reports and the Register of Non-government Schools PDF File (34kb)

International Fee Paying Students PDF File (28kb)

International Secondary Student Exchange Programs PDF File (28kb)

International Students and Adults, Short Term Education Programs PDF File (28kb)

International Students - Enrolment of Temporary Visa Holders - Charging Policy PDF File (31kb)

Mobile phones, Appropriate Use of PDF File (49kb)

Outdoor Adventure Activities PDF File (256kb) - Policy and Mandatory Procedures

Overseas Excursions Policy PDF File (67kb) Revised September 2006

  1. Overseas Excursion Guidelines - Before you begin MS Word File (381kb)
  2. Application Form for Approval of Overseas Excursion MS Word File (358kb)
  3. Application for Approval of Outdoor Adventure Activities MS Word File (362kb)
  4. Information for Parents-Template Letter with excursion Details MS Word File (351kb)
  5. Information for Parents-Template Consent Form to Parents MS Word File (350kb)
  6. Information for Parents-Template Letter Medical Information MS Word File (351kb)
  7. Information for Parents - Template Letter Travel Advice Acknowledgement Form MS Word File (351kb)
  8. Excursion Medical Information and Consent Form MS Word File (355kb)
  9. A - Risk Assessment Proforma MS Word File (364kb)
    B - Risk Assessment Guide MS Word File (383kb)
    C - Risk Management Framework MS Word File (161kb)
  10. Emergency Plan MS Word File (357kb)
  11. Immunisation Requirements Template MS Word File (348kb)
  12. Mandatory Procedures Statement MS Word File (348kb)
  13. Fax to ACTIA MS Word File (43kb)
  14. Student Costs MS Word File (355kb)

Paid Tutors PDF File (120kb) - Policy and Implementation Guidelines

Parent/Carers as Partners in Schooling PDF File (245kb)

Playground Supervision of Students PDF File (133kb)

Protocol for School Visits by Members of Parliament or Members of the Legislative Assembly PDF File (33kb

Pregnant Students PDF File (21kb)

Pre-School Excursions Policy and Implementation Procedures PDF File (146kb)

Providing Safe Schools P-12 PDF File (48kb)

Religious Education in ACT Government Schools PDF File (35kb)

Reporting of Year 10 Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Competencies PDF File (102kb)

Reporting on Student Achievement and Progress to Students and Parents PDF File (49kb)

Reporting to the Community on School Programs and Performance PDF File (50kb)

Return to Work Policy for Managing Employees with a Workplace Injury or Illness PDF File (43kb)

Review of Decisions PDF File (90kb)

Rural Pre-Schools PDF File (9kb)

School Canteens PDF File (13kb) - Policy and Implementation Guidelines

Sexual Harassment, Countering, in ACT Public Schools PDF File (44kb)

Small Business Service Charter PDF File (1.2mb)

Smoke-Free Workplace PDF File (35kb) - Revised February 2008

Student Accidents/Incidents PDF File (130kb)

Student Immunisation Record Keeping PDF File (25kb) - Revised 24 January 2002

Student Record Keeping PDF File (44kb)

Student Transfer Register PDF File (59KB)

Students with a Disability: Meeting their Educational Needs PDF File (58kb)

Sun Protection PDF File (232kb)

Suspension, Exclusion or Transfer of Students in ACT Public Schools PDF File (69kb)

Temporary Closure of Schools PDF File (153kb)

Training and Development for Staff Who Work in Schools PDF File (155kb)

Working with Children and Young People - Volunteering PDF File (250kb)

Code of Conduct for Volunteers PDF File (53kb)

Insurance Arrangements for Volunteers PDF File (19kb)

Information Pack for Volunteers PDF File (73kb)

Visitors in Schools Framework

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