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The policy library contains all current operational policies in the NSW Department of Education.

For general policy enquiries please contact the policy owner listed at the bottom of the policy document.

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Document title Aboriginal Education
PD-2008-0385-V03.1.3 Defines the department's commitments in its schools. Developed in response to the Report of the Review of Aboriginal Education 2004, in collaboration with Aboriginal communities and key partners.
Implemented 18/11/2008
Last Updated 09/08/2022
Contact Executive Director, Aboriginal Outcomes and Partnership 0411204976
Document title Turning Policy into Action (PDF 252 KB)
Document title Accreditation at Highly Accomplished Teacher and Lead Teacher in NSW Public Schools
PD-2008-0384 This policy was consolidated with Accreditation in NSW Public Schools on 8/12/22
Document title Accreditation in NSW Public Schools
PD-2005-0165-V06.0.1 Direction and guidance on teacher accreditation within NSW public schools, which is regulated and overseen by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA).
Implemented 30/08/2005
Last Updated 09/03/2023
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Animal Welfare – Schools
PD-2004-0029-V02.1.1 Information about school responsibilities related to the use of animals for educational purposes to ensure compliance with legislative requirements. Also included is information about correct procedures if an incident of animal cruelty occurs to animals used by the school.
Implemented 12/01/2005
Last Updated 08/02/2023
Contact Animal Welfare Coordinator 0278142631
Document title Anti-Racism
PD-2005-0235-V05.1.2 Commits the department to the elimination of all forms of racial discrimination in NSW public schools.
Implemented 05/12/2005
Last Updated 10/10/2022
Contact Leader, Multicultural Education 0278142826 antiracismeducation@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Anti-racism education (PDF 290 KB)
Document title Asset Management
PD-2021-0477-V01.1.0 Direction and guidance for staff managing assets, and supporting planning, management and decision-making for assets.
Implemented 06/10/2021
Last Updated 17/10/2022
Contact School Infrastructure NSW 1300482651
Document title Assisted School Travel Program for School Students with Disability
PD-2005-0292-V02.0.4 The department manages the Assisted School Travel Program through the efficient and effective procurement, co-ordination and management of travel support services for eligible school students with identified disability to travel to and from school.
Implemented 01/06/2011
Last Updated 21/07/2020
Contact Director, Assisted School Travel 0242249209
Document title Assisted School Travel Program Guidelines (PDF 741 KB)
Document title Assisting Students with Learning Difficulties
PD-2006-0342 This policy was consolidated with the Inclusive Education for students with disability policy on 10/10/2022.
Implemented 01/01/2007
Last Updated 10/10/2022

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Document title Beginning Teachers Support Funding
PD-2007-0367-V01.2.0 Providing funding support to schools for eligible permanent and temporary beginning teachers.
Implemented 01/01/2018
Last Updated 11/10/2021
Contact Manager, New Teachers and Programs, School Workforce directorate 0278143820
Document title Budget Policy
PD-2006-0354 This policy has been rescinded since 20/04/2020.
Implemented 20/11/2006
Last Updated 20/04/2020
Document title Bullying of Students - Prevention and Response
PD-2010-0415-V01.0.5 This policy sets out the department’s position on student bullying and the requirements for preventing and responding to student bullying, including online bullying, in NSW public schools and preschools.
Implemented 21/03/2011
Last Updated 05/05/2023
Contact Behaviour and Student Participation 0278143809
Document title Anti-bullying plan (PDF 1223.4 KB)
Document title Business Continuity Management
PD-2005-0289-V01.0.4 This policy sets out the arrangements for the NSW Department of Education to ensure that critical services are maintained and restored following a disruptive event.
Implemented 17/09/2012
Last Updated 18/02/2020
Contact Chief Risk Officer, Corporate Governance, Policy Coordination and Governance 0278141326
Document title Business Continuity Management Guidelines (PDF 673.42 KB) Staff only
Document title Business Continuity Planning Toolkit and Template (DOCX 1247.33 KB) Staff only

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Document title Carry Forward (Schools)
PD-2021-0475-V01.1.0 Direction and guidance for schools on managing State Consolidated Fund (Fund 6100) and Consolidated Fund Carry Forward (Fund 6101).
Implemented 22/04/2021
Last Updated 14/11/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Carry Forward (Schools) Guidelines (PDF 170 KB)
Document title Child Protection: Allegations Against Employees
PD-2005-0263-V02.1.0 Directions and guidance on how the department responds to allegations of a child protection nature made against employees.
Implemented 01/12/2015
Last Updated 11/10/2021
Contact Director, Strategic Initiatives and Projects, Professional and Ethical Standards 0278143722
Document title Responding to Allegations Against Employees in the Area of Child Protection (PDF 391 KB)
Document title Child Protection: Responding to and reporting students at risk of harm
PD-2002-0067-V02.0.2 Direction and guidance for staff in relation to child protection including training, reporting on safety, and supporting children and young people, as well as monitoring, evaluation and reporting requirements.
Implemented 05/03/2010
Last Updated 26/09/2022
Contact Child Protection Policy Team 0278140662
Document title Child Protection Policy Guidelines: Responding to and reporting students at risk of harm
Document title Code of Conduct
PD-2004-0020-V06.1.0 The Code of Conduct describes standards of professional conduct that promotes adherence to the department’s and NSW Public Sector’s values. It provides a framework for employees to support day to day ethical decision making.
Implemented 01/09/2006
Last Updated 19/10/2022
Contact Executive Director, Professional and Ethical Standards 0278143722
Document title Code of Conduct Procedures (DOC 177 KB)
Document title Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality Procedure (PDF 349 KB)
Document title Commercial Arrangements, Sponsorship and Donations
PD-2009-0399-V04.0.2 Direction and guidance for schools and directorates on managing commercial arrangements, sponsorships and donations with external organisations, individuals and/or businesses.
Implemented 01/07/2009
Last Updated 16/11/2022
Contact Business Engagement 0278143863 be@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Commercial Arrangements, Sponsorship and Donations procedures (PDF 344 KB)
Document title Community Language Allowance Scheme
PD-2005-0096-V03.0.1 This policy provides for the payment of a Community Language Allowance to suitably qualified employees who have a basic level of competence in a language other than English.
Implemented 17/01/2000
Last Updated 14/04/2020
Contact EDConnect 1300323232
Document title Community Language Allowance Scheme Administration Procedures (DOC 34 KB)
Document title Complaints Handling
PD-2002-0051-V05.0.3 This policy details how the department assesses, resolves and follows up complaints in order to improve its delivery of education programs and services.
Implemented 25/01/2017
Last Updated 06/10/2020
Contact Refer to section 6 PES@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title School Community and Consumer Complaint Procedure (PDF 504.32 KB)
Document title Staff Complaints Procedure (PDF 623.01 KB) Staff only
Document title Controversial Issues in Schools
PD-2002-0045-V03.0.2 Direction for the management of controversial issues in schools.
Implemented 20/02/1983
Last Updated 29/04/2021
Contact Director, Curriculum Secondary Learners 0278140226
Document title Audiovisual Materials in Schools - Procedures for Use (DOC 55 KB)
Document title Controversial Issues in Schools - Procedures (PDF 334.1 KB)
Document title Curriculum planning and programming, assessing and reporting to parents K-12
PD-2005-0290-V09.4.0 Detailing how schools plan curriculum and teaching programs including assessment and reporting to parents
Implemented 01/01/2006
Last Updated 06/02/2023
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Curriculum Policy Standards (PDF 201 KB)

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Document title Demountable Accommodation for Schools
PD-2005-0261-V01.0.2 Sets requirements and expectations for the use of demountable accommodation on school sites.
Implemented 05/09/2008
Last Updated 04/08/2021
Contact Manager Demountable Program 0438155236
Document title Development application notifications for neighbouring developments (responding to)
PD-2005-0269-V01.0.3 Direction and guidance on responding to development application notifications for proposed developments that are considered likely to impact school operations and/or affect the health and safety of students, staff and the school community.
Implemented 26/09/1996
Last Updated 10/02/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Digital Devices and Online Services – Staff Use
PD-2002-0024-V05.1.3 Direction and guidance for staff on the use of authorised digital devices and online services.
Implemented 31/05/2007
Last Updated 17/02/2023
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Digital Devices and Online Services - Guidelines for Staff Use (PDF 210 KB) Staff only
Document title Drugs in Schools
PD-2002-0040-V04.2.0 This policy sets out requirements for schools to plan and implement appropriate responses to drug-related incidents, with an emphasis on prevention through drug education and safe and supportive school environments, and intervention and support for students who may be involved.
Implemented 15/07/2010
Last Updated 10/10/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Managing Drug Related Incidents Procedures (PDF 285 KB)

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Document title Enrolment of Students in NSW Government Schools
PD-2002-0006-V02.0.2 Direction for the enrolment of students in NSW Government schools.
Implemented 31/08/1997
Last Updated 12/04/2023
Contact Director, Behaviour and Student Participation 0278143869
Document title Department preschool enrolment procedures (PDF 159 KB)
Document title Distance Education Enrolment Procedures (PDF 330 KB)
Document title Enrolment of Non Australian Citizens - Procedures and Eligibility (PDF 157.36 KB)
Document title General Enrolment Procedures (PDF 300 KB)
Document title Proof of Identity and Residency Status (PDF 585.69 KB)
Document title Enterprise Data
PD-2009-0389-V02.0.2 The Department of Education implements data governance systems and processes to ensure that information is governed and managed effectively to deliver the best opportunities and outcomes for all students.
Implemented 06/08/2009
Last Updated 20/10/2022
Contact Manager, Policy, Control and Governance 0278141415
Document title Enterprise Governance
PD-2021-0474 This policy was rescinded on 09/05/2023.
Implemented 12/03/2021
Last Updated 09/05/2023
Document title Enterprise Risk Management
PD-2004-0036-V03.2.0 Direction and guidance to support efficient and effective risk management across the department to achieve our objectives.
Implemented 25/01/2006
Last Updated 17/10/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Enterprise Risk Management Framework (PDF 1237 KB) Staff only
Document title Environmental Education for Schools
PD-2002-0049-V02.0.1 This policy supports effective environmental education programs in NSW public schools, provides guidelines on managing school resources in accordance with ecological sustainability and is a starting point for addressing global environmental issues.
Implemented 31/01/2001
Last Updated 12/08/2020
Contact Director, Early Learning and Primary Education 0278142756
Document title Implementing the Environmental Education Policy in your school (PDF 2193.25 KB)
Document title Environmental Education Policy for Schools Guidelines (PDF 563.3 KB) Staff only
Document title Evaluation
PD-2010-0416-V01.0.2 This evaluation policy provides direction for the evaluation of programs, projects, strategies, policies and initiatives across the Department of Education to improve education and training outcomes for children and students, promote strong, inclusive, active communities and support the effective, efficient and appropriate use of resources.
Implemented 20/08/2014
Last Updated 18/11/2021
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Evaluation Framework (PDF 1170.4 KB)
Document title Ex-Gratia Payments
PD/2005/0266/V01 This policy has been rescinded.
Implemented 01/07/2003
Last Updated 05/03/2018
Document title Excursions
PD-2004-0010-V08.0.2 Directions for planning and managing excursions, including incursions and other variations of routine
Implemented 28/05/2009
Last Updated 10/10/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Excursions Planning and Management (PDF 401 KB)

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Document title Financial Management Staff only
PD-2020-0472-V01.0.0 Direction and guidance on the financial management requirements of the department.
Implemented 20/04/2020
Last Updated 05/04/2023
Contact Finance Manager, Financial Controlling, Finance Directorate 0278141036 financialcontrolling.ppo@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Assets – non-current assets and equipment (PDF 186 KB) Staff only
Document title Repurpose funds (PDF 550 KB) Staff only
Document title Annual financial statements (PDF 352 KB) Staff only
Document title Fraud and Corruption Control
PD-2004-0009-V03.1.0 Sets standards and provides guidance on minimising opportunities for fraud and corruption within the department.
Implemented 01/09/2006
Last Updated 26/07/2022
Contact Executive Director, Chief Risk Office 0278140303 fraudandcorruptioncontrol@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Fraud and Corruption Control Framework (PDF 782 KB)

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Document title Head Teacher Eligibility Requirements
PD-2005-0275-V02.0.1 This policy outlines the relevant academic qualifications teachers and head teachers must meet when applying for an advertised head teacher position in high or central schools.
Implemented 28/11/2005
Last Updated 30/04/2020
Contact Senior Advisor, Teacher Approval, Human Resources 0278141851
Document title Current Requirements for Head Teachers, Teachers Handbook 1990 (DOC 187 KB)
Document title Eligibility Requirements for Head Teacher Positions in NSW Government Schools 2004 (DOC 227.5 KB)
Document title High Potential and Gifted Education
PD-2004-0051-V04.0.1 Guidance on implementing effective learning and teaching practices to develop the talent of high potential and gifted students.
Implemented 01/09/2006
Last Updated 21/02/2022
Contact High Potential and Gifted Education P-12 0278142274 HPGE@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Homework
PD-2002-0003-V02.0.1 This policy statement sets out requirements for schools in relation to the development of homework policies. The implementation section includes purposes and principles, main types of homework and expectations for parents and caregivers, teachers and students.
Implemented 07/08/2000
Last Updated 10/10/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Homework Policy Guidelines (PDF 560 KB)

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Document title Incident Notification and Response
PD-2007-0362-V04.0.0 This policy sets out the obligations of all department employees to respond to an incident, promptly notify relevant managers through the required channels and arrange appropriate support.
Implemented 17/08/2007
Last Updated 13/09/2019
Contact Director, Work Health & Safety 0278141601
Document title Incident Notification and Response Procedures (PDF 215.44 KB) Staff only
Document title Inclusive Education for students with disability
PD-2005-0243-V03.0.0 Guidance to support the inclusion of students with disability and additional needs in NSW public schools.
Implemented 01/01/2006
Last Updated 10/10/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Information Security
PD-2015-0465-V01.2.1 Direction and guidance on ensuring information is fit for purpose, secure, available, accessible, complies with applicable laws and regulations, enables staff to make everyday decisions and helps the department to realise its strategic objectives.
Implemented 24/03/2015
Last Updated 15/03/2022
Contact Cyber Security Unit 1300323232 CyberSupport@det.nsw.edu.au

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Document title Joint Funding of Capital Works in Schools
PD-2005-0274-V01.0.1 The joint funding of capital works in schools encourages schools and their communities to contribute to the provision of school facilities through cost sharing, thereby enhancing the standard of facilities provided in schools for use by the wider community.
Implemented 02/05/2013
Last Updated 11/06/2020
Contact Group Director, Asset Management, School Infrastructure NSW 0412952259
Document title Procedure for School Community Capital or Asset Related Work (PDF 70.35 KB)
Document title Joint Use of School Facilities and Land
PD-2017-0470 This policy was consolidated with the Sharing of School Facilities policy on 1/10/21.
Implemented 21/12/2017
Last Updated 01/10/2021

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Document title Legislative Compliance
PD-2021-0476-V01.0.0 Direction on managing legislative compliance to ensure the department meets requirements in key legislation.
Implemented 27/07/2021
Last Updated 27/07/2021
Contact Refer to section 6 legal@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Regulatory legislative compliance checklist (PDF 232 KB)
Document title Legislative compliance procedures (PDF 551 KB)
Document title Library
PD-2005-0221-V03.0.2 This policy sets out the requirements for school libraries and the responsibilities of principals, teacher-librarians and other staff in relation to the programs of the library.
Implemented 01/01/2005
Last Updated 02/10/2019
Contact Libraries Coordinator 0278142568
Document title Literacy K-12
PD-2005-0288-V05.1.1 Describes the objectives for ability, skills and competence of students, incorporating specific teaching practices and programs; and requirements for evaluation of effectiveness and responsibilities for K-12 teachers in reporting to parents, caregivers and communities.
Implemented 29/06/2007
Last Updated 10/10/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Curriculum support and teaching resources

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Document title Management of Conduct and Performance
PD-2006-0335-V03.0.0 This policy addresses the management of misconduct and unsatisfactory performance for department employees.
Implemented 04/08/2006
Last Updated 12/11/2021
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Guidelines for the Management of Conduct and Performance (PDF 1509.6 KB)
Document title Procedures for the Management of Conduct and Performance where there is an impairment (PDF 222.27 KB)
Document title Management of Conduct related to Non-Compliance with COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements Guidelines (PDF 272 KB)
Document title Media Relations
PD-2009-0387-V01.0.2 This policy has been developed to provide department employees with guidance as they engage with journalists and the media.
Implemented 30/03/2009
Last Updated 08/03/2023
Contact Media unit 0278141559 mediaunit@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Mentoring Students
PD-2005-0115-V01.0.1 This policy sets out the requirements for implementing student mentoring programs in NSW public schools.
Implemented 30/01/2006
Last Updated 21/05/2020
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Student mentoring programs
Document title Mobile Telecommunications Facilities
PD-2005-0148-V01.0.1 This policy was consolidated with the Sharing of School Facilities policy on 1/10/21.
Implemented 16/06/1997
Last Updated 01/10/2020
Document title Motor Vehicle
PD-2005-0291-V02.0.2 Direction and guidance for the operation of the department’s motor vehicle fleet.
Implemented 15/04/1999
Last Updated 26/03/2021
Contact Director, Shared Services Finance 1300323232
Document title Multicultural Education
PD-2005-0234-V01.0.3 This policy responds to the cultural, linguistic and religious diversity of NSW. It commits schools to providing opportunities that enable all students to achieve equitable education and social outcomes and participate successfully in our culturally diverse society.
Implemented 05/12/2005
Last Updated 09/08/2022
Contact Leader, Multicultural Education 0278142826
Document title English as an additional language or dialect: Advice for schools (PDF 5528.27 KB)
Document title Interpreting and translation services: Guidelines for schools (PDF 1804 KB) Staff only

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Document title Naming of NSW Government Schools
PD-2013-0440-V01.0.2 Categories and steps for establishing the name or changing the name of a government school. Naming or renaming of government schools requires Ministerial approval
Implemented 02/07/2012
Last Updated 12/07/2021
Contact Strategic Schools Resourcing SSR@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Naming of NSW Government Schools Procedures (PDF 679.33 KB)
Document title Numeracy K-12
PD-2007-0365-V01.0.2 Describes the role of teachers in developing students' numeracy skills to support specific numeracy demands across key learning areas; and outlines the assessment and reporting to guide numeracy programs and provide information to parents, caregivers and communities.
Implemented 20/09/2007
Last Updated 10/10/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Numeracy support
Document title Nutrition in Schools
PD-2011-0420-V01.1.1 All schools should promote healthy eating and good nutrition. School canteens are required to implement the NSW Healthy School Canteens Strategy.
Implemented 18/07/2011
Last Updated 19/04/2023
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Healthy School Canteen
Document title The Food and Drink Criteria

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Document title Online Communication Services: acceptable usage for school students
PD/2002/0046/V04 This policy has been rescinded since 27/01/2020
Implemented 03/06/2006
Last Updated 06/12/2019
Document title Out of Home Care in Government Schools
PD-2010-0402-V01.1.1 Direction and guidance on the requirements relating to children and young people in statutory out of home care who are attending government schools, including preschools.
Implemented 19/07/2010
Last Updated 06/04/2023
Contact Child Protection Policy Team 0278140662 oohc.cps@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Out of Home Care in Government Schools - Education Plan Procedures (PDF 115 KB)
Document title Overseas students and visitors
PD-2013-0457-V01.2.1 Instruction to staff for enrolling overseas students or hosting visits by overseas school students and adult educational groups.
Implemented 30/10/2013
Last Updated 12/08/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Visits to NSW Government Schools (PDF 98.16 KB)

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Document title Performance Management and Development
PD-2006-0334-V03.0.2 Performance management and development provides a framework to value our staff, provides a working environment that acknowledges their contribution and builds capacity to ensure organisational effectiveness.
Implemented 31/07/2006
Last Updated 30/09/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Performance and Development for non teaching staff in schools (PDF 414.91 KB)
Document title Performance Management Scheme for TAFE NSW Institute Managers (PDF 220.91 KB)
Document title Performance Management and Development Scheme for Public Service Staff (PDF 592.38 KB) Staff only
Document title Performance and Development Framework (PDF 613 KB) Staff only
Document title Policy Management Staff only
PD-2004-0001-V07.2.1 Sets out the required development and review processes for all policy in the department’s Policy Library.
Implemented 03/05/2017
Last Updated 17/02/2022
Contact Leader, Policy Coordination and Review 0278142541 PolicyCoordination@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Support for policy managers Staff only
Document title Preschool Class Fees in Government Schools
PD-2011-0423-V02.0.1 This policy applies to all NSW Government preschool classes. It outlines the general principles governing the fee processes, as well as information on collecting fees, fee relief and/or exemption.
Implemented 27/01/2012
Last Updated 16/12/2022
Contact Early Learning 1300086698 earlylearning@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Private and Secondary Employment
PD-2003-0007-V09.1.0 Sets out the principles and provides direction and guidance on requirements for private and secondary employment approval for NSW Department of Education employees.
Implemented 31/07/2007
Last Updated 20/10/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Private and Secondary Employment Procedure (PDF 225 KB)
Document title Procurement Staff only
PD-2005-0294-V04.0.3 The NSW Department of Education is committed to ensuring value for money when procuring goods, services and works to deliver education to the people of NSW.
Implemented 10/11/2010
Last Updated 29/10/2021
Contact Procurement Policy Manager 0278143702
Document title 01. Procurement manuals and guidelines (for goods and services only) Staff only
Document title 02. Finance in Schools Handbook (FISH) Staff only
Document title Professional Learning for Teachers and School Staff
PD-2004-0017-V03.0.1 This policy provides direction for relevant and effective professional learning that supports teachers, leaders and non-teaching staff in their ongoing development which is critical to every student’s progress and achievement.
Implemented 27/02/2004
Last Updated 27/03/2023
Contact Director, Quality Teaching Practice 0460009974 ProfessionalLearning@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title School development days FAQs (PDF 140 KB) Staff only
Document title School development days procedures (PDF 150 KB) Staff only
Document title School development days variation form (PDF 127.67 KB) Staff only
Document title Psychological Tests
PD-2005-0205-V01.0.1 This policy has been consolidated with Student Counselling Records and Psychological Tests
Implemented 01/12/2005
Last Updated 27/08/2021
Document title Public Interest Disclosures Internal Reporting
PD-2002-0019-V06.0.3 Describes an internal reporting system for disclosing suspected corruption, maladministration, serious and substantial waste or breaches of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA Act).
Implemented 29/11/2005
Last Updated 01/11/2022
Contact Director, Investigations, Professional and Ethical Standards 0278143722
Document title Public Interest Disclosures Management Guidelines (PDF 294 KB)
Document title Purchasing Card
PD-2016-0469-V01.2.1 To enable the implementation of a flexible, efficient and cost effective method of purchasing business related goods and services as an alternative to traditional purchase-to-pay processes.
Implemented 22/02/2016
Last Updated 08/08/2022
Contact Refer to section 6

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Document title Records Management Program
PD-2005-0284-V03.0.2 Direction and guidance to manage the department’s records in compliance with state records legislation and in accordance with the department’s own business needs.
Implemented 27/09/2005
Last Updated 09/11/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Records Management Procedures Manual (DOCX 270.17 KB) Staff only
Document title Religious Education
PD-2002-0074-V04.0.2 This policy outlines requirements and responsibilities for matters relating to general religious education and special religious education.
Implemented 01/06/2013
Last Updated 25/07/2022
Contact Special Religious Education and Special Education in Ethics Officer 0278142353
Document title Special Religious Education Procedures (PDF 170 KB)
Document title Other activities of a religious nature in schools (PDF 165 KB)
Document title Reporting School Accidents
PD-2002-0064-V04.0.1 This policy outlines the purpose of school accident reports and the responsibilities of principals and school staff in relation to the completion, storage and use of school accident reports and provision of information concerning accidents to parents and students.
Implemented 01/09/2006
Last Updated 30/07/2020
Contact Principal Legal Officer, Legal Services Directorate 0278141120
Document title Reporting School Accidents support document (PDF 95.94 KB)
Document title Restrictive Practices Reduction and Elimination
PD-2022-0478-V01.0.0 Direction and guidance on the use of restrictive practices in NSW public schools and government preschools, including reporting requirements, and outlines the practices that are never permitted. Staff acting in accordance with this policy and the Restrictive Practices Framework, Restrictive Practices Planning Procedures, Environmental Restraints Planning Procedures and other supporting documents are acting with the authority of, and are supported by, the NSW Department of Education.
Implemented 23/01/2023
Last Updated 23/01/2023
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Restrictive Practices Planning Procedures (PDF 275 KB)
Document title Environmental Restraints Planning Procedures (PDF 425 KB)
Document title Road Safety Education, Driver Education and Training
PD-2002-0033-V02.0.2 This policy is designed to support effective road safety education programs in NSW public schools K-12. It also assists schools to plan effective driver education for students in Years 9 and 10 and Stage 6 Life Ready.
Implemented 01/12/2007
Last Updated 21/07/2020
Contact Road Safety Education Coordinator 0278141937
Document title Driver Training Implementation Guidelines (DOCX 54.82 KB)

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Document title School Attendance
PD-2005-0259-V07.0.3 This policy sets out the requirements for the attendance of students in NSW Government schools.
Implemented 03/02/2015
Last Updated 04/08/2022
Contact Student Attendance and Educational Neglect Advisor 0278142937
Document title Exemption from School - Procedures (PDF 1307.5 KB)
Document title Student Attendance in Government Schools Procedures 2015 (PDF 470 KB)
Document title School Counselling Service Professional Practice Framework
PD-2020-0473-V01.0.2 Members of the school counselling service are required to be certified against the Professional Practice Framework and maintain this certification.
Implemented 01/01/2021
Last Updated 10/02/2022
Contact Leader, Psychology and Wellbeing Services 0278142356 professionalpracticeframework@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Professional Practice Framework (PDF 624 KB)
Document title Guide to Established Certification (PDF 854 KB) Staff only
Document title Guide to Advanced Certification (PDF 1521 KB) Staff only
Document title Transitional Arrangements for Existing Staff in 2020 (PDF 1521 KB) Staff only
Document title School Excellence
PD-2016-0468-V02.0.4 Direction for schools on school planning, ongoing self-assessment, annual reporting and external validation.
Implemented 15/02/2016
Last Updated 05/10/2021
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title School Excellence Procedures (PDF 294 KB)
Document title External Validation Guidelines (PDF 192.85 KB)
Document title School Leadership
PD-2004-0024-V02.1.0 Direction and guidance on the development and roles of school leaders and the NSW Public School Leadership and Management Credential.
Implemented 03/06/2000
Last Updated 17/10/2022
Contact Director, School Leadership Institute 0436918441
Document title Principal Role Description (PDF 242 KB)
Document title Deputy Principal Role Description (PDF 232 KB)
Document title NSW Public School Leadership and Management Credential Guidelines (PDF 162 KB)
Document title Middle Leader (assistant principal and head teacher) Role Description (PDF 122 KB)
Document title School Uniform
PD-2004-0025-V02.0.4 Sets the department's requirements for local school uniforms or dress codes.
Implemented 16/08/2004
Last Updated 17/05/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title School Uniform Policy Guidelines Checklist (PDF 263 KB)
Document title Selective High School and Opportunity Class Placement
PD-2006-0353-V03.0.1 Requirements for placement in NSW government selective classes, selective high schools, agricultural high schools and opportunity classes; criteria for entry and the selection processes for gifted and talented students.
Implemented 03/10/2006
Last Updated 08/04/2020
Contact High Performing Students Team 0278143627
Document title Selective high schools and opportunity classes information
Document title Sharing of School Facilities
PD-2009-0400-V04.0.1 Guidance for assessing applications from the community, not-for-profit entities and commercial organisations to use school facilities.
Implemented 31/08/2009
Last Updated 06/02/2023
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Sharing of school facilities procedures (PDF 313 KB)
Document title Social Media
PD-2011-0418-V01.0.4 This policy has been developed to provide department employees with standards of use as they engage in conversations or interactions using digital media for official, professional and personal use.
Implemented 15/03/2011
Last Updated 17/02/2023
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Social media policy implementation procedures (PDF 1127 KB)
Document title Special Education in Ethics
PD-2013-0436-V01.0.2 This policy outlines requirements and responsibilities for matters relating to special education in ethics.
Implemented 01/06/2013
Last Updated 25/07/2022
Contact Special Religious Education and Special Education in Ethics Officer 0278142353 seecontact@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Special Education in Ethics Procedures (PDF 168 KB)
Document title Sponsorship
PD-2005-0295-V03.0.1 This policy was consolidated with the Commercial Arrangements, Sponsorship and Donations policy on 1/10/21.
Implemented 01/07/2009
Last Updated 01/10/2021
Document title Sport and Physical Activity
PD-2002-0012-V03.0.2 Sets out the requirements related to mandatory weekly participation in sport and physical activity for schools and their students. This includes identifying local procedures that support the planning and delivery of high-quality, safe sport and physical activity programs.
Implemented 27/02/2015
Last Updated 10/12/2021
Contact School Sports Policy Advisor 0295085541
Document title Sport Safety Guidelines
Document title Student Behaviour
PD-2006-0316-V04.0.0 Direction and guidance on reinforcing positive, inclusive, respectful and safe practices for supporting positive student behaviour in NSW public schools. Principals acting in accordance with this policy and the Student Behaviour Procedures are acting with the authority of, and are supported by, the NSW Department of Education.
Implemented 08/05/2006
Last Updated 21/04/2023
Contact Behaviour and Student Participation 0278143416 behaviour.strategy@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Behaviour Code for Students (PDF 83 KB)
Document title Detention and Time-Out Guidelines (PDF 116 KB)
Document title School Behaviour Support and Management Plan guide (PDF 120 KB)
Document title Student Behaviour Procedures Kindergarten to Year 12 (PDF 514 KB)
Document title Guidelines for behaviour management decisions made under previous policy and procedures (PDF 131 KB)
Document title Student Bring Your Own Device Policy (BYOD)
PD/2013/0458/V01 This policy has been rescinded since 27/01/2020.
Implemented 26/11/2013
Last Updated 06/12/2019
Document title Student Counselling Records and Psychological Tests
PD-2005-0206-V03.0.0 Requirements for administering psychological tests and securely managing student counselling files.
Implemented 01/12/2005
Last Updated 27/08/2021
Contact Leader, Psychology and Wellbeing Services 0278142356 schoolcounselling@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Student Health in NSW Public Schools: A summary and consolidation
PD-2004-0034-V01.0.6 This policy provides a summary and consolidation of policy on student health in NSW public schools. It is designed to be read in conjunction with the department's student health website and the policy implementation documents.
Implemented 22/03/2005
Last Updated 11/08/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Anaphylaxis and allergy procedures for schools (PDF 256 KB)
Document title Sun safety
Document title Student Wellbeing Health and Physical Care
Document title Student use of digital devices and online services Staff only
PD-2020-0471-V01.0.4 Advice to NSW public school communities on managing student use of digital devices and online services, including restricting access.
Implemented 27/01/2020
Last Updated 16/03/2023
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Sample school procedure (DOCX 45.57 KB) Staff only
Document title Student use of digital devices and online services guide (PDF 178.8 KB) Staff only
Document title Student use of digital devices and online services policy infographic (PDF 114.04 KB) Staff only
Document title Student Welfare
PD-2002-0052-V01.1.0 Direction and guidance for school communities to support student welfare, determine key issues for action and develop and implement student welfare actions and initiatives
Implemented 11/06/1996
Last Updated 10/10/2022
Contact Leader, Wellbeing Strategy 0278142356
Document title Surplus Land Sale to non-Government Schools Policy
PD-2014-0460-V01 This policy has been rescinded since 28/10/2020.
Implemented 01/11/2013
Last Updated 29/10/2020

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Document title Travel on Official Business
PD-2005-0229-V03.1.1 Direction and guidance on requirements for managing travel on official departmental business and instructions on the approval and authorisation processes for all departmental staff.
Implemented 24/12/1998
Last Updated 08/08/2022
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Travel guidelines Staff only
Document title Travel (EDConnect website) Staff only

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Document title Values in NSW public schools
PD-2005-0131-V01.0.1 This policy sets out the NSW approach to values and values education in public schools.
Implemented 25/03/2004
Last Updated 29/07/2020
Contact Leader Wellbeing Strategy 0278142356
Document title Vendor Invoice Payment Terms
PD-2012-0430-V01.0.1 This policy has been developed to optimise the departmental working capital and provide clear and equitable terms of business for our suppliers.
Implemented 01/01/2012
Last Updated 30/06/2020
Contact Director, Finance, Shared Services 0286331699
Document title Voluntary School Contribution
PD-2005-0233-V01.1.0 Outlines the criteria for schools to request voluntary school contributions that may be made by parents and carers to enhance educational programs.
Implemented 13/12/1995
Last Updated 15/11/2021
Contact Refer to section 6 SSR@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Voluntary School Contribution Code of Practice (PDF 85 KB)

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Document title Work Health and Safety (WHS)
PD-2013-0454-V01.0.2 Work health and safety requirements including the department's commitment to the health and safety of everyone in its workplaces.
Implemented 28/10/2013
Last Updated 28/10/2019
Contact Executive Director, Health and Safety 0278141601
Document title WHS Management Program website
Document title WHS policy - Evidence of policy implementation guidelines (PDF 101 KB)
Document title Workforce Diversity
PD-2009-0388-V01.0.2 The Workforce Diversity Policy is a commitment by the department to create a workplace that is fair and inclusive and build a workforce which better reflects the diversity of our students, parents and the NSW community.
Implemented 25/02/2009
Last Updated 12/08/2022
Contact Lead, Disability Employment, Talent Management 0278142479
Document title Working with Children Check
PD-2005-0264-V07.1.1 The Working with Children Check - WWCC - is a screening mechanism to prevent certain persons from engaging in child-related work.
Implemented 14/11/2005
Last Updated 18/08/2022
Contact Human Resources, Probity Unit 0278143825 wwcc@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Working with children check procedure (PDF 250 KB)
Document title Declaration for child related workers (PDF 223 KB)
Document title Declaration for non-child related workers (PDF 210 KB)
Document title Declaration for child related work - tertiary practicum students
Document title Declaration for contractors with workers in child related roles (PDF 158 KB)
Document title NCCHC Application and informed consent form (PDF 491 KB)
Document title Guide to identity documents (PDF 128 KB)
Document title Workplace Learning for Secondary Students in Government Schools
PD-2005-0016-V04.0.2 Workplace learning enables students to contextualise and achieve significant curriculum outcomes by accessing the skill and knowledge environment of participating workplaces.
Implemented 01/09/2005
Last Updated 12/11/2021
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Workplace learning implementation documents
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