The NSW public education system seeks to provide quality
education for all students, taking account of their age, background, ability and
interests. Government schools help students to become self directed, life long
learners who can create a positive future for themselves and for the wider
community.
For this to occur, government schools need to be places where
every student can learn and grow with confidence. Students develop best in
schools where teaching and learning occur in a context of student welfare.
Schools need to be safe and happy places for students and
their teachers. Student welfare is enhanced when all members of the school
community participate in the learning programs and life of the school.
School communities have developed their own student welfare
policies and practices within the framework of the Student Welfare Policy
(Student Welfare - Good Discipline and Effective Learning).
There are three main focus areas within school Student
Welfare Policies. These include:
