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Document title Aboriginal Education Policy
PD-2008-0385-V03 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 09/06/2020
Contact Director, Aboriginal Education and Community Engagement
Document title Turning Policy into Action (PDF 994.08 KB)
Document title Accreditation at Highly Accomplished Teacher and Lead Teacher in NSW Public Schools
PD-2008-0384 States the department’s policy for the voluntary accreditation of teachers at Highly Accomplished and Lead Teacher career stage and the maintenance of that accreditation to meet the requirements of the Teacher Accreditation Act 2004 and the Education Standards Authority Act 2013.
Implemented 13/10/2008
Last Updated 28/10/2019
Contact Director, Talent Management (02) 7814 3820
Document title Accreditation at Highly Accomplished Teacher and Lead Teacher Procedures (PDF 504.61 KB)
Document title Maintenance of Teacher Accreditation at Proficient, Highly Accomplished and Lead Procedures (PDF 282.74 KB)
Document title Accreditation at Proficient Teacher in NSW Public Schools Policy
PD-2005-0165 States the department’s policy for the mandatory accreditation of teachers at Proficient Teacher level and the maintenance of that accreditation to meet the requirements of the Teacher Accreditation Act 2004 and the Education Standards Authority Act 2013.
Implemented 30/08/2005
Last Updated 27/05/2020
Contact Teacher Talent Programs, Human Resources 02 7814 3820
Document title Accreditation at Proficient Teacher Procedures (PDF 406.17 KB)
Document title Maintenance of Accreditation at Proficient, Highly Accomplished and Lead Procedures (PDF 559.54 KB)
Document title Animal Welfare Policy – Schools
PD-2004-0029-V02 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 29/07/2020
Contact Animal Welfare Coordinator 02 7814 2631
Document title Animal in Schools: Animal welfare guidelines for teachers
Document title Anti-Racism Policy
PD-2005-0235-V05 This policy commits the department to the elimination of all forms of racial discrimination in NSW Government schools. It applies to all NSW Public School employees and students, and has implications for each school community.
Implemented 05/12/2005
Last Updated 18/05/2020
Contact Leader, Multicultural Education (02) 7814 2826
Document title Anti-racism education - Advice for Schools (PDF 823.92 KB)
Document title Assisted School Travel Program for School Students with Disability
PD-2005-0292-V02 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 02 4224 9209
Document title Assisted School Travel Program Guidelines (PDF 1304.54 KB)
Document title Assisting Students with Learning Difficulties
PD-2006-0342-V01 This policy applies to all staff employed by the department including in school and non-school based positions. It also applies to students who attend NSW public schools and has implications for each school community.
Implemented 01/01/2007
Last Updated 06/10/2020
Contact Leader, Support and Development 02 7814 2750
Document title Personalised support for student learning

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Document title Beginning Teachers Support Funding Policy
PD-2007-0367 The Department of Education’s policy for providing funding support to schools for eligible permanent and temporary beginning teachers.
Implemented 01/01/2018
Last Updated 21/05/2020
Contact Manager, Teacher Talent Programs, Human Resources (02) 7814 3820
Document title Budget Policy
PD/2006/0354/V01 This policy has been rescinded.
Implemented 20/11/2006
Last Updated 20/04/2020
Document title Bullying of Students - Prevention and Response Policy
PD-2010-0415-V1.0.3 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 14/02/2020
Contact Leader, Behaviour Services (02) 7814 3809
Document title Anti-bullying plan (PDF 1223.4 KB)
Document title Business Continuity Management Policy
PD-2005-0289 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 (02) 7814 1326
Document title Business Continuity Planning 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 Policy (Schools)
PD-2021-0475-V01.0.0 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 22/04/2021
Contact Finance Manager, Financial Excellence, Finance Directorate
Document title Child Protection Policy: Responding to and reporting students at risk of harm
PD-2002-0067-V02 Sets out roles and responsibilities of 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 29/06/2020
Contact Leader, Child Protection Services 02 7814 2177
Document title Child Protection Policy Guidelines: Responding to and reporting students at risk of harm
Document title Child Protection: Allegations Against Employees
PD-2005-0263-V02 This policy details how the department responds to allegations of a child protection nature made against employees.
Implemented 01/12/2015
Last Updated 21/08/2020
Contact Director, Systems and Practice 02 7814 3722
Document title Child protection, procedures for the Local Management of Less Serious Allegations against DET Employees (PDF 106.18 KB)
Document title Responding to allegations against employees in the area of child protection (PDF 2021.9 KB)
Document title Code of Conduct
PD-2004-0020-V6.1.0 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 09/02/2021
Contact Executive Director, Professional and Ethical Standards
Document title 01. Code of Conduct Procedures (PDF 431.75 KB)
Document title 02. Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality Procedure (PDF 253.67 KB)
Document title Commercial Arrangements – School-Based Activities Policy
PD/2009/0399/V03 Commercial arrangements are required when a school plans to provide goods or services to an external organisation, individual or business in return for cash or a value-in-kind provision.
Implemented 01/07/2009
Last Updated 08/04/2020
Contact Director, School and Business Systems (02) 7814 2488
Document title Communication Devices and Associated Services Policy
PD-2002-0024-V05 Responsibilities of staff in relation to the use of departmental communication devices and associated services, including telephones, mobile phones, computers, personal digital assistants, facsimiles, Internet, Intranet, email and broadband data services.
Implemented 31/05/2007
Last Updated 03/07/2020
Contact Manager, Business Services 02 7814 1701
Document title Communication Devices and Associated Services Policy (PDF 98.36 KB) Staff only
Document title Community Language Allowance Scheme
PD/2005/0096/V03 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 1300 32 32 32
Document title Community Language Allowance Scheme Administration Procedures (DOC 34 KB)
Document title Community Use of School Facilities
PD-2009-0400-V03.1.1 Schools are encouraged to make their facilities available for use by the community. This must be for appropriate purposes and must not interfere with the school’s provision of quality learning programs.
Implemented 31/08/2009
Last Updated 14/04/2021
Contact refer to policy
Document title Community Use of School Facilities Implementation Procedures (PDF 764.16 KB)
Document title Complaints Handling Policy
PD-2002-0051-V05 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 Executive Director, Performance and Ethical Standards
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 02 7814 0226
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 Detailing how schools plan curriculum and teaching programs including assessment and reporting to parents.
Implemented 01/01/2006
Last Updated 02/10/2020
Contact refer to policy
Document title 01. Amended interim policy from Term 4 2020 – Curriculum planning and programming assessing and reporting to parents K-12 policy (PDF 144.92 KB)
Document title 02. Amended interim Policy Standards from Term 4 2020 (PDF 285.9 KB)
Document title 03. Curriculum Policy Standards V9.0 (PDF 188.47 KB)

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Document title Demountable Accommodation for Schools Policy
PD-2005-0261-V03 Sets requirements and expectations for the use of demountable accommodation on school sites.
Implemented 05/09/2008
Last Updated 26/02/2020
Contact Manager Demountable Program 0467 747 996
Document title Development application notifications for neighbouring developments (responding to)
PD-2005-0269-V01 The Department of Education responds to development application notifications for proposed developments that are likely to impact on the operation of a school and/or affect the health and safety of students, staff and the school community.
Implemented 26/09/1996
Last Updated 25/08/2020
Contact Director, Statutory Planning, SINSW 0408 489 911
Document title Drugs in Schools
PD-2002-0040-V04.1.0 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 11/06/2021
Contact refer to policy
Document title Managing Drug Related Incidents Procedures (PDF 440.9 KB)

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Document title Enrolment of Students in NSW Government Schools
PD-2002-0006-V02 Direction for the enrolment of students in NSW Government schools.
Implemented 31/08/1997
Last Updated 04/02/2021
Contact Director, Behaviour and Student Participation 02 7814 3869
Document title Department preschool enrolment procedures (PDF 223.15 KB)
Document title Distance Education Enrolment Procedures (PDF 726.51 KB)
Document title Enrolment of Non Australian Citizens - Procedures and Eligibility (PDF 157.36 KB)
Document title General Enrolment Procedures (PDF 303.86 KB)
Document title Proof of Identity and Residency Status (PDF 585.69 KB)
Document title Enterprise Data Policy
PD-2009-0389-V02 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 24/06/2020
Contact Manager, Policy, Control and Governance 02 7814 1415
Document title Enterprise Governance Policy
PD-2021-0474-V01.0.0 Direction to enable good governance practices of decision-making, advisory and consultation, and promote a culture of performance accountability to support delivery of department objectives.
Implemented 12/03/2021
Last Updated 12/03/2021
Contact Chief Risk Office 02 7814 1319
Document title Enterprise Governance Framework (PDF 449.61 KB) Staff only
Document title Enterprise Risk Management Policy
PD-2004-0036-V03.1.0 Direction and guidance on the department’s enterprise risk management requirements.
Implemented 25/01/2006
Last Updated 07/05/2021
Contact Chief Risk Office
Document title Enterprise Risk Management Framework (PDF 218.8 KB) Staff only
Document title Environmental Education Policy for Schools
PD-2002-0049-V02 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 01/09/2006
Last Updated 12/08/2020
Contact Director, Early Learning and Primary Education 02 7814 2756
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 Policy
PD/2010/0416/V01 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 10/03/2020
Contact refer to policy
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 Policy
PD-2004-0010-V07 School excursions are structured learning experiences provided by, or under the auspices of, the school which are conducted external to the school site. They can pose risks. The policy and procedures are directed at managing such risks.
Implemented 28/05/2009
Last Updated 24/06/2020
Contact Director, School Policy and Information Management 02 7814 3870
Document title Excursions Policy Implementation Procedures (PDF 346.22 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 16/02/2021
Contact Finance Manager, Financial Controlling, Finance Directorate (02) 7814 1036
Document title 01. Assets – non-current assets and equipment Staff only
Document title 02. Repurpose funds Staff only
Document title Fraud and Corruption Control Policy
PD-2004-0009-V03 All employees have a responsibility for the mitigation of fraud and corruption in the department.
Implemented 01/09/2006
Last Updated 03/11/2020
Contact Director, Fraud Prevention 02 7814 1493
Document title Fraud and Corruption Control Procedures (PDF 254.54 KB)

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Document title Head Teacher Eligibility Requirements Policy
PD-2005-0275-V02 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 (02) 7814 1851
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-V4.0.0 Guidance on implementing effective learning and teaching practices to develop the talent of high potential and gifted students
Implemented 01/09/2006
Last Updated 25/01/2021
Contact refer to policy
Document title Homework Policy
PD/2002/0003/V02 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 14/04/2020
Contact refer to policy
Document title Homework Policy Guidelines (PDF 353.03 KB)

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Document title Incident Notification and Response Policy
PD/2007/0362/V04 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 02 7814 1601
Document title Incident Notification and Response Procedures (PDF 215.44 KB) Staff only
Document title Information Security Policy
PD-2015-0465-V01 Information that is fit for purpose, secure, available, and accessible, and complies with applicable laws and regulations, enables staff to make everyday decisions and assists the department to realise its strategic objectives.
Implemented 01/01/1970
Last Updated 17/09/2020
Contact Information Security Unit 0436 863 441

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Document title Joint Funding of Capital Works in Schools Policy
PD-2005-0274-V01 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 0412 952 259
Document title Procedure for School Community Capital or Asset Related Work (PDF 70.35 KB)
Document title Joint Use of School Facilities and Land Policy
PD-2017-0470 Outlines the department’s commitment to and conditions for partnerships between the department and third party organisations to invest in new facilities, upgrade facilities, or maintain facilities.
Implemented 21/12/2017
Last Updated 15/04/2020
Contact Executive Advisor, Property 0478 487 329
Document title Joint Use of School Facilities and Land Guidelines (PDF 371.07 KB) Staff only

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Document title Leading and Managing the School
PD-2004-0024-V01 A statement of key accountabilities for principals in the effective educational leadership and management of NSW public schools.
Implemented 03/06/2000
Last Updated 18/09/2020
Contact Director, School Leadership Institute 0436 841 568
Document title Library Policy - Schools
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 (02) 7814 2568
Document title Literacy K-12 Policy
PD-2005-0288-V05 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 29/06/2020
Contact refer to policy
Document title Literacy Policy Support

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Document title Management of Conduct and Performance
PD-2006-0335-V02 This policy addresses the management of misconduct and unsatisfactory performance for department employees.
Implemented 04/08/2006
Last Updated 10/02/2021
Contact Executive Director, Performance and Ethical Standards
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 Media Relations Policy
PD-2009-0387-V01 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 01/07/2020
Contact Media unit 02 7814 3518
Document title Mentoring Students Policy
PD-2005-0115-V01 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 Student Health and Interagency
Document title Student mentoring programs
Document title Mobile Telecommunications Facilities
PD-2005-0148-V01 The Department of Education adopts a policy of prudent avoidance by not endorsing the installation of any mobile telecommunications facilities on school property.
Implemented 16/06/1997
Last Updated 03/07/2020
Contact Executive Director, Asset Management 0476 826 126
Document title Motor Vehicle Policy
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 1300 32 32 32
Document title Multicultural Education Policy
PD-2005-0234-V01.0.1 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 17/03/2021
Contact Leader, Multicultural Education (02) 7814 2826
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 392.97 KB) Staff only

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Document title Naming of NSW Government Schools
PD/2013/0440/V01 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 09/04/2020
Contact School Policy and Information Management 02 7814 3870
Document title Naming of NSW Government Schools Procedures (PDF 679.33 KB)
Document title Numeracy K-12 Policy
PD-2007-0365-V01 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 01/07/2020
Contact refer to policy
Document title Numeracy support
Document title Nutrition in Schools Policy
PD-2011-0420-V01.0.2 All schools should promote healthy eating and good nutrition. School canteens are required to implement the NSW Healthy School Canteen Strategy that includes food and drink criteria.
Implemented 18/07/2011
Last Updated 22/02/2021
Contact Leader, Child Protection, Health and Mental Wellbeing
Document title Healthy School Canteen
Document title Sugary Drinks Fact Sheet

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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 Policy
PD-2010-0402-V01 The policy sets out 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 07/05/2019
Contact Leader, Child Protection Services (02) 7814 2177
Document title Out of Home Care in Government Schools - Education Plan Procedures (PDF 47.58 KB)
Document title Overseas students and visitors
PD-2013-0457-V02 Instruction to staff for enrolling overseas students or hosting visits by overseas school students and adult educational groups.
Implemented 30/10/2013
Last Updated 10/07/2020
Contact refer to policy
Document title Overseas student and group visits: Guidelines for schools (PDF 98.16 KB)

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Document title People With Disabilities - Statement of Commitment
PD-2005-0243-V02 The policy outlines commitment to people with disabilities, education objectives based on the principle of “normalisation” and responsibilities at state, regional and school levels. It also articulates the rights of parents, caregivers and students.
Implemented 01/01/2006
Last Updated 17/06/2020
Contact Director, Disability, Learning and Support 02 7814 3879
Document title Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2016-2020 (DOCX 65.38 KB)
Document title Performance Management and Development Policy
PD-2006-0334-V03 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 31/08/2020
Contact Teacher Talent Programs, Human Resources 0436 623 121
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 Planning, Management and Development Scheme for Senior Executive Service and Senior Officers other implementation docs (PDF 363.7 KB) Staff only
Document title Policy Management Policy
PD-2004-0001-V07.0.2 Sets out the required structure and content for all policy in the Department of Education’s policy library.
Implemented 03/05/2017
Last Updated 03/05/2021
Contact Director, Strategic Resource Improvement
Document title Support for policy managers Staff only
Document title Preschool Class Fees in Government Schools
PD/2011/0423/V02 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 20/02/2020
Contact Early Learning Coordinator 02 7814 3775
Document title Private and Secondary Employment Policy
PD-2003-0007-V09.0.2 The policy sets out the principles of, and the requirements for, approval for private and secondary employment for all employees of the Department of Education, to ensure consistency across all sections of the department.
Implemented 31/07/2007
Last Updated 04/03/2020
Contact refer to policy
Document title Private and Secondary Employment Procedure (PDF 234.66 KB)
Document title Procurement Policy
PD-2005-0294-V04 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 27/11/2020
Contact Procurement Policy Manager 02 7814 3702
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 Policy for Teachers and School Staff
PD-2004-0017-V02 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 20/11/2020
Contact Director, Quality Teaching Practice
Document title NSW Public School Leadership and Management Credential - Guidelines (PDF 159.19 KB)
Document title School development days FAQs (PDF 140.38 KB) Staff only
Document title School development days procedures (PDF 168.69 KB) Staff only
Document title School development days variation form (PDF 127.67 KB) Staff only
Document title Psychological Tests Policy
PD-2005-0205-V01 The Psychological Tests Policy defines the requirements for the administration of these tests in NSW public schools.
Implemented 01/12/2005
Last Updated 06/07/2020
Contact Leader, Psychology and Wellbeing Services 02 7814 2942
Document title Public Interest Disclosures Internal Reporting Policy
PD-2002-0019-V06 Describes an internal reporting system for disclosing suspected corruption, serious maladministration or serious and substantial waste or breaches for the GIPA Act.
Implemented 29/11/2005
Last Updated 07/07/2020
Contact Director, Investigations 02 7814 2285
Document title Public Interest Disclosures Management Guidelines (PDF 187.54 KB)
Document title Purchasing Card Policy
PD-2016-0469-V01.2.0 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 20/05/2021
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Document title Records Management Program
PD/2005/0284/V03 A planned, coordinated set of corporate policies, procedures and systems to manage the records of the Department in compliance with State records legislation and in accordance with the Department’s own business needs.
Implemented 27/09/2005
Last Updated 29/05/2017
Contact Leader, Records Management (02) 8633 1045.
Document title Records Management Procedures Manual (DOCX 270.17 KB) Staff only
Document title Release of Student Information Policy
PD/2005/0088/V04 This policy has been rescinded.
Implemented 06/11/2006
Last Updated 21/11/2016
Document title Religious Education Policy
PD-2002-0074-V04 This policy outlines requirements and responsibilities for matters relating to general religious education and special religious education.
Implemented 01/06/2013
Last Updated 11/05/2020
Contact Special Religious Education and Special Education in Ethics Officer (02) 7814 2353
Document title Other activities of a religious nature in schools (PDF 187.33 KB)
Document title Special Religious Education Procedures (PDF 200.08 KB)
Document title Reporting School Accidents
PD-2002-0064-V04 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 02 7814 1120
Document title Reporting School Accidents support document (PDF 95.94 KB)
Document title Road Safety Education, Driver Education and Training Policy
PD-2002-0033-V02 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 02 7814 1937
Document title Driver Training Implementation Guidelines (DOCX 54.82 KB)

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Document title School Attendance Policy
PD-2005-0259-V07 This policy sets out the requirements for the attendance of students in NSW government schools.
Implemented 03/02/2015
Last Updated 11/08/2020
Contact Student Attendance and Educational Neglect Advisor 02 7814 2937
Document title Exemption from School - Procedures (PDF 1307.5 KB)
Document title Student Attendance in Government Schools Procedures 2015 (DOCX 324.47 KB)
Document title School Counselling Service Professional Practice Framework
PD-2020-0473-V01 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 27/01/2021
Contact Leader, Psychology and Wellbeing Services 02 7814 2942
Document title 01. Professional Practice Framework (PDF 546.9 KB)
Document title 02. Guide to Established Certification (PDF 1333.48 KB) Staff only
Document title 03. Guide to Advanced Certification (PDF 1954.15 KB) Staff only
Document title 04.Transitional Arrangements for Existing Staff (PDF 903.96 KB) Staff only
Document title School Excellence
PD-2016-0468-V02 Direction for schools on school planning, ongoing self-assessment, annual reporting and external validation.
Implemented 15/02/2016
Last Updated 30/11/2020
Contact Director, School Excellence
Document title External Validation Guidelines (PDF 192.85 KB)
Document title School Excellence Procedure (PDF 277.08 KB)
Document title School Uniform Policy
PD-2004-0025-V2.0.4 Sets the department's requirements for local school uniforms or dress codes.
Implemented 16/08/2004
Last Updated 13/05/2021
Contact Leader, Student Health and Mental Wellbeing
Document title School Uniforms in NSW Government Schools Guidelines (PDF 129.35 KB)
Document title Selective High School and Opportunity Class Placement Policy
PD/2006/0353/V03 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 (02) 7814 3626
Document title Selective high schools and opportunity classes information
Document title Social Media Policy
PD-2011-0418-V01 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 03/09/2020
Contact Communication and Engagement Directorate 02 7814 1273
Document title Social Media Procedures (PDF 1127.37 KB)
Document title Special Education in Ethics Policy
PD-2013-0436-V01 This policy outlines requirements and responsibilities for matters relating to special education in ethics.
Implemented 01/06/2013
Last Updated 08/05/2020
Contact Special Religious Education and Special Education in Ethics Officer (02) 7814 2353
Document title Special Education in Ethics Procedures (PDF 181.98 KB)
Document title Sponsorship Policy
PD/2005/0295/V03 Guidance for seeking or managing sponsorship arrangements with an external organisation, individual or business.
Implemented 01/07/2009
Last Updated 27/01/2021
Contact Business Engagement and Development Team (02) 7814 3863
Document title Sponsorship and Commercial Arrangements – School-Based Activities Implementation Procedures (PDF 395.11 KB)
Document title Sport and Physical Activity Policy
PD/2002/0012/V03 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 26/02/2020
Contact School Sports Policy Advisor (02) 9508 5541
Document title Sport Safety Guidelines
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 Files Policy
PD-2005-0206-V02 This policy sets out requirements for the establishment, use and storage of student counselling files.
Implemented 01/12/2005
Last Updated 15/07/2020
Contact Leader, Counselling Services 02 7814 2942
Document title Student Discipline in Government Schools Policy
PD/2006/0316/V03 Good discipline is fundamental to the achievement of Government priorities for the public school system. In line with this, schools must have a school discipline policy which is developed in consultation with school community members.
Implemented 08/05/2006
Last Updated 06/12/2019
Contact Leader, Behaviour Services (02) 7814 3809
Document title Behaviour Code for Students (PDF 79.61 KB)
Document title Checklist - long suspension (PDF 194.9KB)
Document title Checklist - short suspension (PDF 213.8KB)
Document title Student Discipline in Government Schools - Support materials (PDF 786.93 KB)
Document title Guidelines for the use of Time-out Strategies Including Dedicated Time-out Rooms (PDF 934.49 KB)
Document title Suspension and Expulsion of School Students Procedures (PDF 1734.18 KB)
Document title Suspension and Expulsion of School Students Procedures - Information for Parents (PDF 438.82 KB)
Document title Student Health in NSW Public Schools: A summary and consolidation of policy
PD-2004-0034-V01.0.3 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 10/05/2021
Contact Leader, Child Protection, Health and Mental Wellbeing
Document title Sun Safety Guidelines (DOC 268 KB)
Document title The role of the school community in supporting student health (DOCX 44.9 KB)
Document title Student Health website
Document title Anaphylaxis Procedures for Schools
Document title Student use of digital devices and online services
PD-2020-0471-V01.0.2 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 04/04/2021
Contact Director, Online Implementation Support 0448 834 544
Document title Sample school procedure (DOCX 45.57 KB)
Document title Student use of digital devices and online services guide (PDF 178.8 KB)
Document title Student use of digital devices and online services policy infographic (PDF 114.04 KB)
Document title Student Welfare
PD-2002-0052-V01 A framework for school communities to review student welfare, determine key issues for action and develop and implement student welfare actions and initiatives.
Implemented 11/06/1996
Last Updated 15/07/2020
Contact Leader, Wellbeing Strategy 02 7814 2356
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-V03.0.2 This policy outlines requirements for the management of travel on official departmental business and provides clear instructions on the approval and authorisation processes for all departmental staff.
Implemented 24/12/1998
Last Updated 23/02/2021
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Document title Values in NSW public schools
PD-2005-0131-V01 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 02 7814 2356
Document title Vendor Invoice Payment Terms Policy
PD-2012-0430-V01 This policy has been developed to optimise the departmental working capital and provide clear and equitable terms of business for our suppliers.
Implemented 01/01/1970
Last Updated 30/06/2020
Contact Director, Finance, Shared Services 02 8633 1699
Document title Voluntary School Contribution
PD-2005-0233-V01.0.2 Outlines the criteria for voluntary contributions that can be made by parents and guardians to enhance school programs.
Implemented 13/12/1995
Last Updated 27/04/2021
Contact Director, Strategic Schools Resourcing
Document title Voluntary School Contribution Code of Practice (DOC 47.5 KB)

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Document title Work Health and Safety (WHS) Policy
PD/2013/0454/V01 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 02 7814 1601
Document title Workforce Diversity Policy
PD-2009-0388-V01 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 11/08/2020
Contact Lead, Disability Employment, Talent Management 02 7814 2479
Document title Working with Children Check Policy
PD-2005-0264-V07 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 27/04/2021
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Document title 01. Working with Children Check procedures (PDF 1476.56 KB)
Document title 02. Employees quick guide (PDF 148.87 KB)
Document title 03. Volunteers quick guide (PDF 672.19 KB)
Document title 04. Contractors quick guide (PDF 149.06 KB)
Document title 05. DoE maintenance and pre-qualified contractors quick guide (PDF 115.63 KB)
Document title 06. Allied health and NDIS contractors quick guide (PDF 144.39 KB)
Document title 07. Child-related work declaration NCCHC (PDF 773.79 KB)
Document title 08. Specified volunteers and child-related contractors declaration (PDF 740.01 KB)
Document title 09. Volunteers and non-child-related contractors declaration (PDF 452.22 KB)
Document title 10. Practicum students declaration
Document title 11. Identity documents guide (PDF 127.36 KB)
Document title 12. NCCHC informed consent form (PDF 494.51 KB)
Document title Workplace learning for Secondary Students in Government Schools
PD-2005-0016-V04 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 29/06/2020
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Document title Workplace learning implementation documents
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