Access and equity
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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
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Leader, Aboriginal Education Strategy, Aboriginal Outcomes and Partnerships
02 7814 2797
aopcorrespondence@det.nsw.edu.au
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Aboriginal education procedures
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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
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Leader, Multicultural Education
0278142826
antiracismeducation@det.nsw.edu.au
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Anti-racism education (PDF 291 KB)
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.
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Assisted School Travel Program Guidelines (PDF 758 KB)
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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.
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01/01/2007
Last Updated
10/10/2022
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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
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High Potential and Gifted Education P-12
0278142274
HPGE@det.nsw.edu.au
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Inclusive Education for students with disability
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
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Refer to section 3
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Personalised learning and support procedures
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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.
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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
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Child Protection Policy Team
0278140662
oohc.cps@det.nsw.edu.au
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Restrictive Practices Reduction and Elimination
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.
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23/01/2023
Last Updated
22/06/2023
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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
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Behaviour code for students
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Detention and time-out procedures
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Suspension and expulsion procedures
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School behaviour support and management plan