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Anti Modern Slavery Policy

Type: Policy
Classification: Strategic
Policy Number: SCS2024034
Released: 3 July 2024
Review Date: 3 July 2029
Rescinds/Replaces: SCS2021004

The term modern slavery describes situations where coercion, threats or deception are used to exploit people, undermining their dignity, freedom and fundamental human rights. Such practices are criminal, violate universally recognised human rights, and pose significant operational and reputational risks to Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS).

Grounded in the SCS Mission and Vision and guided by the Magis strategy, SCS is committed to upholding the inherent dignity of every person and advancing justice through ethical and responsible practices. Heeding Pope Francis’ call to end modern slavery, Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP committed the Archdiocese of Sydney, including SCS, to a program directed towards the eradication of modern slavery and human trafficking in the Archdiocese through practical measures such as anti-slavery supply chain strategies, anti-slavery education and engagement initiatives and anti-slavery welfare services.

The purpose of this policy is to give effect to that commitment. In alignment with the SCS values, particularly dignity of the human person, justice, stewardship and compassion, SCS seeks to prevent and, ultimately, contribute to the eradication of modern slavery by 2030 through the active identification, management and mitigation of risks within its operations and supply chains.

Through this policy, SCS will ensure that modern slavery is not tolerated within its operations, business relationships or extended supply chains, while also providing a robust framework to meet the reporting obligations of the Commonwealth Modern Slavery Act 2018 (the Act).

This policy applies to all SCS staff. In this policy SCS staff means employees, volunteers, interns, consultants, members of religious orders engaged in schools, trainees, labour hire employees, and committee members.This policy also applies to suppliers where specified. A supplier is any party and their workers, including their employees, agents, volunteers, contractors, sub-contractors, consultants and business partners, …

adminAugust 28, 2018|

Code of Professional Conduct

This Code of Professional Conduct incorporates the Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) Code of Conduct for Professional Conduct in the Protection of Children and Young People.

adminJune 5, 2018|

Working With Children Check Policy

SCS has in place a variety of strategies to ensure child safe schools and offices. This includes ensuring compliance with legal obligations, including the obligation for all employees working in child-related work to hold a valid Working With Children Check clearance (WWCC),

adminApril 7, 2017|

Family and Domestic Violence Policy

Support for those experiencing domestic violence. Disclosures of domestic violence. Allegations of domestic violence against employees

adminApril 7, 2017|

Web Usage Policy

Type: Policy
Version: 2.0
Updated: 12 May 2023

Sydney Catholic Schools (“SCS”) maintains this website (“Website”).

By accessing and browsing the Website, you accept, without limitation or qualification, the following:

Everything on the Website is protected by copyright and may not be used except as provided in this Web Usage Policy, subject to section 3.0 below;
While SCS strives to include accurate and up-to-date information on the Website, SCS makes no warranties (express or implied) or representations and accepts no liability whatsoever as to the Website’s accuracy, currency, suitability, completeness, or for any errors or omissions on the Website. SCS also accepts no liability whatsoever for any reliance, use or purpose you may place on or derive from the Website;
Hyperlinks (“links”) may be found on certain pages that will take your browser to a website that is not owned, operated, or maintained by SCS or its staff (external websites). Although SCS attempts to ensure that all links lead to worthwhile and appropriate content, SCS accepts no responsibility and no liability whatsoever for the content at those external websites. Users must exercise their own care and skill in checking any external website’s policies, practices and content, and for protecting their personal and private information;
You use and browse the Website at your own risk. SCS accepts no liability for any direct, incidental, consequential, indirect, special or punitive damages arising out of your access to, or use of, the Website;
Images of people, places, and company/organisational logos displayed on the Website are protected by copyright and are either the property of, or used with permission by, SCS. The use of these images by you, or anyone else authorised by you, is prohibited, except with SCS’ or the appropriate copyright owner’s express authority. Any unauthorised use of the images may violate copyright laws, …

adminJanuary 12, 2017|

Disclaimer and Copyright

Type: Policy
Classification: Operational
Policy Number: SCS2024021
Version: 2.0

The content of this website (“Website”), including the information and materials contained in this Website, published by Sydney Catholic Schools (“SCS”) was understood to be correct and accurate at the time of publication.

While SCS strives to include accurate and up-to-date information on the Website, SCS makes no warranties (express or implied) or representations and accepts no liability whatsoever as to the Website’s accuracy, currency, suitability, completeness, or for any errors or omissions on the Website. SCS also accepts no liability whatsoever for any reliance, use or purpose which people accessing the Website may place on or derive from the Website.

The Website’s content may contain links to external websites. SCS is not responsible and accepts no liability for the policies, practices of or the content on those external websites. Users must exercise their own care and skill in checking any external website’s policies, practices and content, and for protecting their personal and private information.

Any link to an external website on this Website does not constitute an endorsement of that external website, or any information, goods or services presented on that website.

The information and content contained in this Website is protected by copyright and is owned by SCS or has been licensed to SCS. Permission for any use of the information or content on this Website must be obtained from SCS or the original copyright owner.

Any unauthorised use of copyrighted material found on this Website should be notified to the SCS Sydney webmaster at: Communications@scs.catholic.edu.au.

Educational Licences allow SCS Schools to freely use, copy and communicate the information on this Website for educational purposes.
See Smartcopying: Educational Licences for further information.

adminJanuary 12, 2017|

Child Protection Procedures: Responding to Allegations and Complaints Against Employees

This document sets out the procedures to be followed in response to child protection complaints or allegations being made against employees (including volunteers), of Catholic systemic schools in the Archdiocese of Sydney.

adminDecember 16, 2016|

Supporting Students with Complex Social and Emotional Needs Policy

Type: Policy
Classification: Operational
Policy Number: SCS2022005
Released: 21 February 2022
Review Date: 21 February 2025
Rescinds/Replaces: TL201602-3.0

Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) is committed to providing safe and supportive school environments that embrace individual differences and optimise student outcomes. This commitment reflects the SCS Mission, Vision and Values by placing the wellbeing, dignity and growth of each student at the centre of school life.

Students with additional social emotional needs are understood as having multiple factors in their lives which may include psychological, developmental, cognitive, physical, social, behavioural, medical or/and family factors.

Supporting students with additional social emotional needs requires acknowledgement of individual circumstances and promotes student safety, diversity and individual dignity.

The purpose of this policy is to provide direction to schools in how to manage and support students presenting additional social emotional needs. It provides a framework for supporting the integral formation of the whole person, enabling students to flourish academically, socially, emotionally, spiritually and personally, and realise their full potential.

This policy is in alignment with Standard 2 of the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards where children participate in decisions affecting them and Standard 4 where equity is upheld and diverse needs are taken into account.

This policy applies to SCS staff, parents and carers. In this Policy, SCS staff means all employees, members of religious orders engaged in schools, volunteers, trainees, interns, and labour hire employees.

Failure to comply with the responsibilities and obligations outlined in the policy may result in disciplinary action being taken, including termination of employment, for SCS staff.

The following principles guide how this policy will operate in practice:

3.1 Early intervention, strategic planning and positive practice characterised by student- centred support promotes student wellbeing and engagement with learning.

3.2 SCS respects the dignity of every member of the school community. Students bring diverse needs …

adminDecember 16, 2016|

School Fee Management Policy

This policy supersedes all previous policies relating to matters contained therein. In so much as any aspect of this policy may appear to be in conflict with another Archdiocesan system or school-based policy, then precedence is to be given to this policy.

adminDecember 16, 2016|

Managing Risk of Significant Harm and Mandatory Reporting Policy

Pope Francis – “We need to see each child as a gift to be welcomed, cherished and protected.”

adminDecember 16, 2016|

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Policy

“This policy is recognition of the fact that Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the custodians of the lands upon which our schools stand. We pay our respects to Elders, past, present and future.

adminMarch 31, 2016|

Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach and Lead in Sydney Catholic Schools

Type: Policy
Classification: Operational
Policy Number: SCS2024007
Released: 1 March 2024
Review Date: 1 March 2027
Replaces: RE201801-1.0

In their pastoral letter Catholic Schools at a Crossroads the Bishops of NSW and the ACT challenged educational leaders and staff to dedicate themselves to ensuring that our schools:

Are truly Catholic in their identity and life
Are centres of the ‘new evangelisation’
Enable our students to achieve high levels of Catholic religious literacy
Are led and staffed by people who will contribute to these goals.

This policy endeavours to address and meet this challenge.

The distinctive character of the Catholic school is that it is a community animated by the spirit of the Gospel. The choice to work in Catholic education brings both a privilege and a challenge…”It demands a special commitment of caring service to students, parents and colleagues within the mission of the Church” (Workplace Realities in the Catholic School, p11).

“Teachers in Catholic schools, then, are in a most privileged position. It is they who can provide vital guidance and support to parents and students, and instill in them a sense of the Gospel challenge to acknowledge God’s integral place in their lives to believe in [his] Word. This challenge demands certain essential qualities. It requires careful preparation, a facility for reflection, and a constant readiness for professional renewal and conversion of heart. Such teachers bring to their task an extraordinary giftedness and a profound sense of mission which significantly impacts on their school communities, on their students and on their own effectiveness.”

The Privilege and the Challenge: the Teacher in the Catholic School, p6; (cf The Catholic School, n78; The Religious Dimension of Education in a Catholic School, n22; Declaration on Christian Education, n8)

It is the responsibility of all who work, teach and lead in Catholic schools to “nurture a partnership in faith, hope …

adminMarch 30, 2016|

Prevention and Management of Student Bullying Policy

Type: Policy
Classification: Operational
Policy Number: SCS2023001
Released: 27 January 2023
Review Date: 27 January 2026
Rescinds/Replaces: TL201604-1.1

Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) is committed to providing a respectful, safe and supportive learning environment for students. Bullying undermines the dignity and wellbeing of each student, and SCS considers all forms of bullying behaviour unacceptable. In line with its values, SCS fosters communities of care where every student is known, valued and supported through cura personalis, promoting their holistic growth and wellbeing.

Bullying is intentional and repeated behaviour that involves the ongoing misuse of power that can cause physical and/or psychological harm to a student. Bullying behaviour can be verbal, physical, social (e.g. excluding, alienating behaviour) and psychological (spreading rumours, sending hurtful messages or comments) and includes bullying via social media and other online platforms (cyber-bullying).

Bullying can involve discrimination, intimidation and harassment. Bullying behaviours may be individual or collective behaviours which occur on or outside school premises and during or after school hours. Some bullying may constitute criminal conduct such as assault, threatening behaviours, property damage or harassment and stalking.

The purpose of this policy is to support SCS school communities to prevent and address issues of student bullying to build respectful relationships. SCS staff will work in partnership with parents and carers who have an integral role to play in the prevention and resolution of bullying. Through a shared commitment to service and the integral formation of the whole person, this policy supports school communities to nurture safe, inclusive and respectful environments where every student can flourish and reach their full potential.

This policy applies to SCS staff, parents and carers. In this Policy SCS staff means all employees, members of religious orders engaged in schools, volunteers, trainees, interns, and labour hire employees.

Failure to comply with the responsibilities and obligations outlined in the policy may result …

adminMarch 29, 2016|

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy

Type: Policy
Classification: Operational
Policy Number: SCS2024021
Released: 1 May 2024
Review Date: 1 May 2026
Rescinds/Replaces: TL201806-1.0

Related Documents

ICT-BYO Device Requirements

Student Acceptable Use of Technology Agreement

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), means that students bring to school personally owned devices for the purpose of learning.

The access to devices that a BYOD program provides, will assist students in developing digitalliteracy, fluency and citizenship while preparing them for the high-tech world in which they will live, learn and work. It will have the potential to empower students by giving them a voice in the
decision making process of how they use technology in their own learning.

It will also allow teachers to continue to employ technology in the classroom while building on the experiences gained in the previously government-supported Digital Education Revolution (DER) model (2008).

This policy applies to all SCS staff, students and parents/carers. In this policy staff means all employees of SCS, members of religious orders engaged in schools, volunteers, trainees, interns and labour hire employees.

The following principles guide how this policy will operate in practice:

3.1 Equity and access to technology should be provided for all SCS students.

3.2 SCS schools will endeavor to provide a safe and secure online environment for all learning activities.

3.3 The integration of ICT is to support and enhance contemporary, authentic learning in SCS schools.

3.4 No students should be disadvantaged by a local community’s decision to move to a BYOD model.

Schools will, through consultation with their communities, allow students to bring personally owned digital devices to school for the purposes of learning.
Students can use a BYO Device only with the knowledge and written approval of their parent or caregiver. The return of the Student Acceptable Use of Technology Agreement constitutes such knowledge and approval.
Prior to implementing …

adminMarch 28, 2016|

Childhood Infectious Diseases Policy

Type: Policy

Classification: Operational
Policy Number: HR201804-1.0
Version: 1.0
Updated: June 2018

Resources

Appendix A: List of infectious diseases for notification.
Appendix B: Sample letter – Exclusion of susceptible Primary school contacts Measles (internal access only).
Appendix C: Sample letter – Immune Primary school contacts Measles (internal access only).
Appendix D: Sample letter – Secondary school contacts (internal access only).

This policy is in place to assist school Principals to meet the NSW Department of Health requirements in regards to infectious diseases in schools.

Infectious diseases can spread rapidly within the classroom and wider school community. Although many pose minimal risk to healthy individuals, some may have adverse and long-term effects on health if undetected or untreated. Some individuals may also have particular susceptibility to, or risks associated with, certain diseases. e.g. children with suppressed immunity and pregnant women.

Schools have a duty of care to provide and maintain a healthy and safe environment for all staff, students and others working at or visiting the school, and to minimise the risk of anyone in the school community contracting an infectious disease.

2.1: Protection of the health and wellbeing of the whole school community is of paramount importance.
2.2: The school will support and protect from unlawful discrimination, harassment or vilification, any students, staff or others who have an infectious disease.
2.3: The school will safeguard the privacy of any staff, student or other person who discloses that they have an infectious disease.
2.4: Members of the school community with an infectious disease have a duty of care to minimise the risk of transmission to other members of the school community and staff.
2.5: The outline in the enrolment policy for priority of enrolment is applied regardless …

adminMarch 27, 2016|

Enrolment Policy

The Enrolment Policy for systemic Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Sydney is set within the context of the Church’s mission to evangelise, and is founded upon the Vision and Mission Statements for Catholic schools

adminMarch 26, 2016|

Gifted Education Policy

Type: Policy
Classification: Operational
Policy Number: SCS2022008
Released: 14 March 2022
Review Date: 14 March 2025
Rescinds/Replaces: TL201401-1.1

Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) is committed to supporting all students to achieve their educational potential and flourish through an education that nurtures the whole person. In alignment with the SCS Mission, Vision and Values and the aspirations of the Magis Strategy, this includes recognising gifted students’ advanced learning capacity and providing tailored learning opportunities that foster intellectual excellence, personal growth and the realisation of each student’s God-given potential.

The purpose of this policy is to provide direction on implementing effective learning and teaching practices to meet the needs of gifted students, ensuring high-quality Catholic education and talent development opportunities are accessible to all learners, enabling them to thrive and achieve excellence regardless of their circumstances.

The policy applies to all SCS staff. SCS staff means all employees, members of religious orders engaged in schools, volunteers, trainees, interns and labour hire employees.

Failure to comply with the responsibilities and obligations outlined in the policy may result in disciplinary action being taken, including termination of employment.

3.1 Giftedness is present in every culture, socio- economic context and a variety of domains.
3.2 All students have the right to receive an education that is responsive to their needs.
3.3 Effective school environments based upon quality teaching, learning and leadership are essential for helping all students achieve their potential.
3.4 The making of educational decisions regarding services and provisions for gifted students is the responsibility of schools and families.

Gagné’s definitions of giftedness and talent are established in the Differentiated Model of Giftedness and Talent DMGT (2020)
4.1 Giftedness designates the possession and use of untrained and spontaneously expressed outstanding natural abilities or aptitudes (called gifts), in at least one ability domain, to a degree that places an individual at least among the top 10% …

adminMarch 25, 2016|

Knives and other Prohibited Weapons Policy

Type: Policy
Classification: Operational
Policy Number: SCS2023034
Released: 16 October 2023
Review Date: 16 October 2025
Rescinds/Replaces: SCS2022019

Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) is committed to ensuring that schools are safe places for students, staff and other members of the school community. A critical aspect of this commitment is to ensure that schools prevent knives and other prohibited weapons from being present on the school site or any other site where a school related event is being held.

This policy should be read in conjunction with the SCS Knives and other Prohibited Weapons Procedures (the Procedures).

This policy applies to all SCS staff, parents and carers, and students. In this policy, SCS staff means all employees, members of religious orders engaged in schools, volunteers, trainees, contractors and interns.

The following principles guide how this policy will operate in practice:

3.1 It is a criminal offence under the Weapons Prohibition Act 1998 (NSW) (the Act) for any person to possess a knife or prohibited weapon in a public place, which includes a school site, or off-site school event/activity, and criminal penalties may apply.

3.2 Under section 93IB of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) it is an offence to be in possession of a knife in a public place or a school. This offence carries a maximum penalty of a fine of $4,400, imprisonment for 4 years, or both.

3.3 SCS is committed to student and staff safety and operates a strict zero tolerance approach to knives and other prohibited weapons being on school sites or at off-site school events/activities.

3.4 SCS will implement measures and take reasonable and practicable steps to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students, staff and others in the school community when on school sites or at school events/activities.

3.5 SCS staff and parents and carers will ensure that students are aware of their obligations …

adminMarch 24, 2016|

Resolution of Complaints Policy

Type: Policy
Classification: Operational
Policy Number: SCS2020004
Released: 21 September 2020
Review Date: 31 December 2026
Rescinds/Replaces: EDO201604-1.1

Within the reality of the schooling experience, it is recognised that, from time to time, misunderstandings and differences of opinion will occur that may give rise to complaints which need to be resolved satisfactorily. Complainants may be parents or carers, students, and school community members such as parishioners and the general community (e.g. school neighbours).

The purpose of this policy is to enable Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) to respond effectively to complaints, ensure complaints are resolved in a fair and timely manner and make sure that complainants understand how their complaints will be managed.

All SCS staff and contractors must comply with this policy.

This policy applies to SCS parent, student, school community and general community complaints.

Complaints can be made to SCS in relation to any school-based or SCS Central Office decision or action, including allegations of staff misconduct.

There may be limited circumstances that impact SCS ability to respond to a complaint due to legal considerations or if other entities direct SCS not to handle the complaint (e.g. NSW Police for criminal matters).

The following principles guide how this Policy will operate in practice:

3.1 Confidentiality, access, dignity, and impartiality form the basis of the complaint resolution process.

3.2 Stakeholders to the complaint process will work together with respect, courtesy, and openness.

3.3 Complaints are most effectively resolved when raised at the school level. Complainants are therefore encouraged to try to resolve the issue directly with the school in the first instance.

3.4 Complainants have the right to be heard and to expect that ongoing relationships will continue respectfully.

3.5 All complaints will be handled in a procedurally fair and timely manner. This includes staff members being informed of formal complaints made against them.

3.6 Where a complaint is received anonymously, it shall be …

adminMarch 21, 2016|

Staff Use of Social Media in Sydney Catholic Schools Policy

20 July 2021

THIS DOCUMENT IS RESCINDED

adminMarch 20, 2016|

Student Management: Suspension, Transfer and Exclusion Policy

Type: Policy
Classification: Operational
Policy Number: SCS2026027
Released: 20 August 2026
Review Date: 1 December 2026
Rescinds/Replaces: SCS2023011

At Sydney Catholic Schools, our student behaviour expectations are grounded in our identity as Christ‑centred communities, entrusted with the dual mission of educating and evangelising young people. Inspired by the Magis Strategy, the call to “do more” and “be more” for Christ and others, we teach our students that each person is a valued member of one unified community. Every action, choice, and behaviour contributes to the flourishing of the whole.

The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance to SCS schools in managing student behaviour of concern. It should be read in conjunction with the Student Management: Suspension, Transfer and Exclusion Procedures (the Procedures).

This policy applies to all SCS staff responsible for student management.

For the purpose of this policy:

Suspension – Temporarily removing a student from all their normal classes, school activities and/or the school site.
Transfer – Permanently removing a student from their current SCS school while offering the opportunity for a placement at another SCS school identified by the Principal and/or SCS as appropriate.
Exclusion/Expulsion – The student’s permanent removal from their current SCS school, with no eligibility to re‑enrol in any SCS school.

The following principles guide how this policy will operate in practice:

3.1 The safety and wellbeing of SCS students, parents/carers and staff is paramount.

3.2 SCS schools are safe and caring environments in which staff are expected to build and maintain positive relationships with students and parents/carers to effectively manage student behaviour through collaboration and open dialogue.

3.3 Students are required to comply with the rules and expectations about their conduct set by their school.

3.4 Students are treated equitably and in a procedurally fair and just manner. Students are given the opportunity to reflect on and acknowledge the impact …

adminMarch 19, 2016|

Student Wellbeing Policy

Type: Policy
Classification: Operational
Policy Number: SCS2021006
Released: 23 August 2021
Review Date: 23 August 2024
Rescinds/Replaces: TL201803-1.0

The wellbeing of all students is at the heart of Catholic Education in Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), enabling a learning environment which promotes and provides for the spiritual, physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth of our students. Guided by the SCS Mission, Vision and Values, and our commitment to service, we accompany each student through cura personalis, fostering a culture of belonging, participation and respectful relationships.

Student wellbeing is a student’s level of satisfaction about the quality of their life at school. Optimal (or desirable) wellbeing is characterised by positive feelings and attitudes, positive relationships with other students and teachers, resilience and satisfaction with self and learning experiences at school (Noble, McGrath, Roffey and Rowling 2008).

A whole school approach to strengthening child safe communities acknowledges the strong interconnections between student safety, wellbeing and learning. There is a continual focus on inclusion, promoting positive relationships and safe behaviours. Student safety and wellbeing are enhanced when students feel connected to their school, have respectful trusting relationships with their peers and teachers, feel confident about their social and emotional skills and are comfortable with their learning experiences at school.

This policy is underpinned by the Australian Student Wellbeing Framework which is based on evidence that demonstrates the strong association between safety, wellbeing and learning. The framework recognises five elements that are key to supporting the whole school community to build and maintain safe, positive relationships and wellbeing: leadership, inclusion, student voice, partnerships and support. This is complemented by the Be You Framework, a national initiative for educators, aimed at promoting and protecting positive mental health in children and young people. The integration of both frameworks supports SCS school communities to provide every student with the strongest foundation possible …

adminMarch 18, 2016|

Supporting Students with Complex Care Needs Policy (Medical Assistance)

Type: Policy
Classification: Operational
Policy Number: SCS2022011
Released: 4 April 2022
Review Date: 4 April 2025
Rescinds/Replaces: TL201701-1.0

Aligned with the Magis Strategy and its commitment to excellence, SCS affirms that the health, safety, dignity and wellbeing of every student are foundational to learning. SCS supports the independence, dignity and privacy of students with complex medical needs, ensuring that all care reflects our values of compassion, respect and integrity.

The Supporting Students with Complex Care Needs Policy (Medical Assistance) outlines how schools are to manage and support students requiring complex health care. It clarifies required supports and defines responsibilities. Consistent with the Magis Strategy, schools must have effective processes to meet each student’s individual care needs while encouraging the student’s independence wherever possible.

This policy is in alignment with Standard 4 of the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards, where equity is upheld and diverse needs are considered.

This policy applies to SCS staff and parents and carers of students that require specialised medical assistance. In this policy staff means all employees of SCS, members of religious orders engaged in schools, volunteers, trainees, interns and labour hire employees.




Failure to comply with this policy may lead to disciplinary action including termination of employment of SCS staff.

Notification and Support

3.1

Where a student has a specific medical condition that requires regular, specialised medical assistance at school, their parents or carers are to advise SCS in writing at enrolment or as soon as the requirement for specialised medical assistance becomes known.

3.2

To ensure the school can support the student, parents or carers are to provide the school with all necessary and relevant information regarding the specialised medical assistance and ensure the information is updated when required.

3.3

On receipt of a notification from the parents or carers, the …

adminMarch 17, 2016|

Privacy Policy

• Policy Number: SCS2026007
• Document Rescinds/Replaces: SCS2024019
• Date Released: 9 March 2026
• Review Date: 9 March 2029
• Policy Type: Operational
• Audience: Public
• Approved: Executive Director
• Document Owner: Director: Governance & Legal

Resources

The Privacy Policy sets out how Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) manages personal information provided to or collected by it and its schools.

The purpose of the Policy is to inform:

SCS staff about their obligations concerning personal information and the relevant supporting documents to assist them to meet these obligations; and
members of the wider school community about how SCS manages their personal information and how they may request access to this information, including making a complaint about how SCS has managed their information.

This policy applies to SCS staff. In this policy, SCS staff means all employees, members of religious orders engaged in schools, volunteers, trainees, interns and labour hire employees.

This policy also applies to contractors, job applicants, parents/carers, students, and other members of the SCS school community.

3.1 Personal information of students and parents/carers

SCS collects and holds personal information, including health and other sensitive information about students and parents/carers before, during and after the period of a student’s enrolment at a school, including:

name, contact details (including next of kin), such as a student or parents’/carers’ mobile number and email address, date of birth, gender, language background, previous school and religion
parents’/carers’ education, occupation and language background
medical information (e.g. details of a disability and/or allergies, absence notes, medical reports and names of health professionals)
conduct and complaint records, or other behaviour notes and school reports
information about referrals to government welfare …

adminMarch 6, 2016|