Policy Listing

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Document title Aboriginal Education
PD-2008-0385-V04.0.0 The NSW Department of Education is committed to being a strong culturally responsive and inclusive education system where every Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander learner and student is known, valued, and cared for to learn, grow, and belong. Our commitment to creating an equitable and outstanding education system affirms Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education is everybody’s business.
Implemented 18/11/2008
Last Updated 14/03/2024
Contact Leader, Aboriginal Education Strategy, Aboriginal Outcomes and Partnerships 02 7814 2797 aopcorrespondence@det.nsw.edu.au
PD-2008-0384 This policy was consolidated with Accreditation in NSW Public Schools on 8/12/22
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 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
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
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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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
PD-2006-0354 This policy has been rescinded since 20/04/2020.
Implemented 20/11/2006
Last Updated 20/04/2020
PD-2010-0415 This policy was consolidated with the Student Behaviour policy on 30/1/2024.
Implemented 21/03/2011
Last Updated 30/01/2024
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
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Document title Carry Forward (Schools)
PD-2021-0475-V02.0.0 Direction and guidance on the treatment of State Consolidated funds held in school budgets at the end of each school year.
Implemented 22/04/2021
Last Updated 02/11/2023
Contact Refer to section 3
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 29/09/2023
Contact Director, Strategic Initiatives and Projects, Professional and Ethical Standards 0278143722
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 Code of Conduct
PD-2004-0020-V06.1.2 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 21/02/2024
Contact Executive Director, Professional and Ethical Standards 0278143722
PD-2009-0399-V05.0.0 Direction and guidance on managing commercial arrangements, sponsorships and donations with external organisations, individuals and/or businesses.
Implemented 01/07/2009
Last Updated 15/03/2024
Contact Business Engagement 02 7814 3863 be@det.nsw.edu.au
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 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 07/09/2023
Contact Refer to section 6 PES@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Staff Complaint Procedure (PDF 638 KB) Staff only
PD-2002-0045-V03.0.2 Direction for the management of controversial issues in schools.
Implemented 20/02/1983
Last Updated 12/12/2023
Contact Director, Curriculum Secondary Learners 0278140226
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
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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
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
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 15/02/2024
Contact Refer to section 6
PD-2020-0471-V02.0.0 Direction and guidance on the safe, responsible and respectful use of digital devices and online services for students in NSW public schools.
Implemented 27/01/2020
Last Updated 09/10/2023
Contact Refer to section 3
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
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PD-2002-0006-V02.0.3 Direction for the enrolment of students in NSW Government schools.
Implemented 31/08/1997
Last Updated 04/03/2024
Contact Director, Behaviour and Student Participation 0278143869
Document title Enterprise Data
PD-2009-0389-V02.0.3 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 20/03/2024
Contact Manager, Policy, Control and Governance 02 78141415
Document title Enterprise Governance
PD-2021-0474 This policy was rescinded on 09/05/2023.
Implemented 12/03/2021
Last Updated 09/05/2023
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
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 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 Ex-Gratia Payments
PD-2005-0266-V01 This policy has been rescinded since 05/03/2018
Implemented 01/07/2003
Last Updated 05/03/2018
Document title Excursions
PD-2004-0010-V08.0.3 Directions for planning and managing excursions, including incursions and other variations of routine
Implemented 28/05/2009
Last Updated 16/10/2023
Contact Refer to section 6
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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 Repurpose funds (PDF 562 KB) Staff only
Document title Annual financial statements (PDF 345 KB) Staff only
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
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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
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
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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
PD-2005-0243-V04.0.0 Direction and guidance on supporting the inclusion of students with disability in NSW public schools.
Implemented 01/01/2006
Last Updated 14/03/2024
Contact Refer to section 3
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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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
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 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
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PD-2006-0335-V03.0.1 This policy addresses the management of misconduct and unsatisfactory performance for department employees.
Implemented 04/08/2006
Last Updated 15/12/2023
Contact Refer to section 6
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
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
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 02/11/2023
Contact Leader, Multicultural Education 0278142826
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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 Refer to section 6 SSR@det.nsw.edu.au
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-V01.1.2 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 22/01/2024
Contact Refer to section 6
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PD-2002-0046-V04 This policy has been rescinded since 27/01/2020
Implemented 03/06/2006
Last Updated 06/12/2019
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
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
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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 Policy Governance Staff only
PD-2004-0001-V08.0.0 Charter setting out the authority, accountability and responsibilities of support services staff to ensure that operational policies support the department’s vision, purpose and objectives. All operational policies are required to be in the Policy Library.
Implemented 03/05/2017
Last Updated 05/09/2023
Contact Senior Manager, Policy Design 02 7814 2541 PolicyCoordination@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Policy Governance Procedures Staff only
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
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 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 Finance in Schools Handbook (FISH) Staff only
PD-2004-0017-V03.0.2 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 12/03/2024
Contact Director, Quality Teaching Practice 02 7814 3789 ProfessionalLearning@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title School Development Days FAQs (PDF 137 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
PD-2002-0019-V07.0.0 Describes a system for disclosing suspected corruption, maladministration, serious and substantial waste, privacy breaches and government information contraventions.
Implemented 29/11/2005
Last Updated 29/09/2023
Contact Director, Investigations, Professional and Ethical Standards 0278143722 pes@det.nsw.edu.au
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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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 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
PD-2002-0064-V04.0.2 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 03/07/2023
Contact Principal Legal Officer, Legal Services Directorate 0278143896
PD-2022-0478-V01.0.0 This policy/framework is not in force. The department is reviewing this policy/ framework as part of a broader review of its approach to restrictive practices.
Implemented 23/01/2023
Last Updated 22/06/2023
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
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Document title School Attendance
PD-2005-0259-V08.0.0 Direction and guidance on the requirements for attendance in NSW public schools.
Implemented 03/02/2015
Last Updated 15/03/2024
Contact Director, Behaviour and Student Participation 02 7814 2937 attendance@det.nsw.edu.au
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 School Excellence
PD-2016-0468-V02.0.5 Direction for schools on school planning, ongoing self-assessment, annual reporting and external validation.
Implemented 15/02/2016
Last Updated 26/02/2024
Contact Refer to section 6
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 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
PD-2006-0353 This policy was consolidated with the Enrolment of students in NSW Government schools policy on 15/3/24 under the 2023 Policy and procedure review program.
Implemented 03/10/2006
Last Updated 15/03/2024
PD-2009-0400-V05.0.0 Direction and guidance for staff who make decisions about sharing school facilities with third parties and organisations.
Implemented 31/08/2009
Last Updated 15/03/2024
Contact Refer to section 3
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
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 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
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-V05.0.0 Direction and guidance on supporting and managing safe, responsible and respectful student behaviour in NSW public schools.
Implemented 08/05/2006
Last Updated 30/01/2024
Contact Director, Behaviour and Student Participation 78143809 studentbehaviour@det.nsw.edu.au
PD-2013-0458-V01 This policy has been rescinded since 27/01/2020.
Implemented 26/11/2013
Last Updated 06/12/2019
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
PD-2004-0034-V01.0.7 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 06/02/2024
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Sun safety
Document title Health and physical care
PD-2023-0480-V01.0.0 Direction and guidance on the safe and responsible use of mobile phones for students in NSW public schools.
Implemented 09/10/2023
Last Updated 09/10/2023
Contact Refer to section 3 devicesinschools@det.nsw.edu.au
Document title Student Welfare
PD-2002-0052-V01.1.1 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 21/03/2024
Contact Leader, Student Wellbeing 0457 087 972
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 Technology in Schools
PD-2024-0481-V01.0.0 Direction and guidance for schools to implement information, communication and digital technologies to enable a connected, informed and empowered learning experience and support streamlined administration processes.
Implemented 14/03/2024
Last Updated 14/03/2024
Contact Refer to section 3
PD-2005-0229-V03.1.2 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 05/12/2023
Contact Refer to section 6
Document title Travel guidelines Staff only
Document title Travel (EDConnect website) Staff only
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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
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
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
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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 Staff only
Document title Workforce Diversity
PD-2009-0388-V01.0.3 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 19/02/2024
Contact Lead, Disability Employment, Talent Management 0278142479
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 30/08/2023
Contact Human Resources, Probity Unit 0278143825 wwcc@det.nsw.edu.au
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
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