Policies and Procedures

Mother Teresa Primary has a number of school-based policies and procedures that govern various aspects of our School life. These provide the framework within which we operate.

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese also provides advice and recommendations on educational and administrative policies and priorities, and monitors policy implementation.


System Policies

School Based Policies

  Aboriginal Education
Aboriginal education plays an integral role in a life-giving and loving environment which encourages all members of the school community to realise their true potential. Aboriginal education provides a window of opportunity in the reconciliation process between Aborigines and other Australians.

  Acceptable Use of ICT
This policy applies to the use of all school related ICTs for educational purposes, whether provided by the school or the student. Both students and parents/guardians must read and sign the Student Letter of Agreement and return to your learning studio teacher.

  Anti-Bullying
The community of Mother Teresa Primary School does not tolerate bullying in any form. This document outlines our procedures for dealing with bullying.

  Anti-Racism
Racism is inconsistent with the ethos of Mother Teresa Primary. In the school situation, respect, tolerance and acceptance are essential qualities that are fostered in our students.

  Complaint Handling
Complaints will be addressed professionally, competently and in a timely manner applying principles of natural justice and confidentiality.

  Fruit Break
Fruit Break is a set break for students to eat fruit or salad or vegetables and drink water in the learning studio. Mother Teresa Primary School has introduced a Fruit Break to support students to establish healthy eating habits whilst at school.

  Learning At Home Policy
Learning @ Home provides students with opportunities to consolidate their learning studio work and involve family members in that learning.

  Medication Policy
For the administration of all medication at school

  Proactive Learner
This policy is designed to facilitate high standards of behaviour so that the learning and teaching in our school can be effective and students can participate positively within our school community.

  Proactive Learner Policy Beliefs
A visual guide to help explain our beliefs on Proactive Learning.

Policies And Procedures

  Managing Complaints Policy

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) promotes and maintains positive relationships and harmonious working environments. This document outlines the principles CSPD will follow when dealing with complaints.

  Enrolment Policy

This Policy provides information about the enrolment principles, enrolment criteria and procedures for Parents/Carers seeking to enrol a child into a CSPD School.

  CSPD Accreditation to Teach RE

All teachers in CSPD who teach Religious Education are required to be accredited as qualified teachers with the necessary background, specialist knowledge and witness to the Catholic mission.

  Alumni Collection Notice

This wording on this Collection Form can be used for School Alumni Associations with reference to CSPD Privacy Policy (Updated 2023)

  Employment Collection Notice

This notice outlines what information CSPD collects and stores when you apply for employment with us, and who we disclose that information to.

  Information Sharing Policy

The Information Policy sets out how Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD), its schools and related services obtain and release personal information from and to third parties

  Privacy Policy

This Policy sets out how the CSPD manages the personal and sensitive information we collect and hold. (updated Jan 2023)

  Standard Collection Notice

The Standard Collection Notice outlines the types of personal information, including sensitive information about students, parents or guardians, and how that information is used. (updated logo 2023)

  Volunteer and Contractor Collection Notice

In applying to provide your services you will be providing our schools, Catholic Early Learning Centres (CELCs), Catholic Out of School Hours Care services (COSHCs) and offices with personal information (Updated 2023)

  Code of Conduct Policy

This document sets out the obligations, responsibilities and standards of behaviour Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) requires of its staff members.

  Code of Conduct When Working With Children and Students

This Code of Conduct is to inform staff members of CSPD of the standards of behaviour and other requirements that must be adhered to when working in an organisation which delivers services to children and students

  CSPD Safeguarding Procedures

This document outlines the procedures that must be followed by staff members when responding to concerns relating to children and young persons and any alleged breach of the CSPD Code of Conduct When Working With Children and Students.

  Preventing Discrimination Harassment and Bullying Policy

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, harassment and bullying.

  Working with Children Check

CSPD has in place a variety of strategies to ensure child safe schools and communities are maintained including the obligation for all staff members undertaking child-related work to hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check clearance.

  Modern Slavery Statement

CSPD's Modern Slavery statement focuses on confronting modern slavery and ensure that our supply chains respect the dignity and value of each person.

  Procedural Fairness Guidelines

Decision making in CSPD and its schools is based on the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, natural justice and processes that are fair and equitable.

  School Fees Policy

The purpose of this Policy is to ensure fair and equitable school fee assistance and collection processes across all schools in the Diocese of Parramatta.

  Whistleblower Policy

The purpose of this policy is to encourage reporting of corrupt conduct, maladministration and serious and substantial wrongdoing without fear of reprisal or detrimental treatment.

  Banned Substances in School

This Policy & Procedure covers the possession, use and distribution of alcohol, tobacco, vaping devices, illegal drugs or other banned substances.

  Banned Substances Student Policy and Procedure

This Policy & Procedure covers the possession, use and distribution of alcohol, tobacco, vaping devices, illegal drugs or other banned substances. (Updated Feb 2023)

  Bullying Prevention and Response Procedure

The purpose of this policy is to prevent bullying through the creation of safe, respectful & supportive school cultures & responding to bullying behaviour in ways that are just & effective, with a focus on safety, restoring relationships.

  Externally Funded Therapy and Allied Health Providers in Schools Policy

This document provides information around externally funded therapy for students and Allied Health providers in school.

  Student Attendance Policy

Central to championing diversity and equity is our commitment towards the attendance of all students. This Policy sets out the requirements for all staff managing, recording, reporting and monitoring student attendance at CSPD schools.

  Student Attendance Procedures

School attendance plays a critical role in enhancing the lives of children and young people. Every day of attendance adds to a student's opportunity to learn, develop and experience success in education. Attendance is a core responsibility of schools.

  Student exemption procedures

These procedures outline the conditions upon which a child may be exempt from being enrolled at and attending school (Implemented 2017)

  Student Wellbeing Policy

This Policy states that principles followed when making decision about students. It is based on an acknowledgement that parents and carers are the first and most important educators of their children.

  Suspension Transfer and Exclusion Procedure EXTERNAL

CSPD is committed to developing an educational and organisational culture based on mutual trust and respect that assists people to recognise and develop their personal capabilities.

  University Student Placement Guidelines

These guidelines apply to all university students who have been accepted into a professional experience placement at a CSPD school in the fields of social work and psychology.

  Weapons Procedures

CSPD is committed to ensuring that all its sites are places of safety for students, staff and other persons attending those places.

  Student Use of Digital Devices and Online Services Policy External

This Policy is about Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) students’ use of Digital Devices and Online Services in School-Related Settings.