School Operations
The management of school operations in Victorian government schools requires a range of policy and procedures. This area provides resources that will assist in the day to day management in the school system.
School services
Student Transport - information about student transport costs, availability and government assistance.
Interpreting and translating - services are available free, within guidelines, to government schools. The services ensure that parents and guardians who require an interpreter have access to school information, and are better able to communicate with schools.
The ‘Go for your life’ Healthy Canteen Kit - contains the following resources to assist schools to develop healthy canteens and other food services.
School Contract Cleaning - information for school management on how to engage cleaners. Also provides information for contract cleaners on how they can become eligible to provide cleaning services to Victorian Government Schools.
Care and Use of Animals in Schools - information for school management on using animals as part of teaching, including instructions on how to use the Animal Use Approval process. Information on this site will help your school fulfil the requirements of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and the Australian Code of Practice for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes.
Outside School Hours Care - information on before-school, after-school and vacation care.
Equity Guidelines - information for schools about disadvantaged students and the most effective use of funds to improve outcomes in these students.
Student administration
International Students in Schools - provides information on student administration to the 160 Victorian Government Schools accredited to accept international students.
Student health and safety
Safety Guidelines (for education outdoors)- detailed policies and guidelines for schools undertaking outdoor adventure activities
Financial support administration
Student materials and services charges and voluntary financial contributions - outlines the three categories of items or services that school councils can request parents to pay for.
School Start Bonus - provides $300 per annum financial assistance to families for expenditure on school and sporting uniforms, school bags, books and related expenses.
School communications and marketing
The School Communications Toolkit - offers ideas and advice to support schools in their communication with parents and the local community. It includes fresh insights, tips, pro formas, checklists, communications policy information and case studies.