Animals in schools

Animals in Schools

The purpose of this website is to interpret the legislation that is relevant to the use of animals in schools. The information applies to vertebrate animals in all NSW schools.

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Species

These notes are for the species most commonly kept or most suitable for keeping in schools and contain standards that must be met by schools.

Compliance

All schools in NSW must satisfy the requirements of the Animal Research Act 1985 (NSW) and the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes.

Many activities using animals have blanket approval under the Animal Research Authority. For activities not blanket approved, approval from the Schools Animal Care and Ethics Committee (SACEC) must be sought.

Issues

Advice about specific issues related to the use of animals in schools.

Resources

Resources designed for use by teachers in NSW schools.

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The advice on the Animals in schools website is supported by the Schools Animal Care and Ethics Committee and is an outcome of the collaboration of the three NSW school sectors.