Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese also provides advice and recommendations on educational and administrative policies and priorities, and monitors policy implementation.
Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) is committed to enhancing the knowledge and understanding of all who work and learn in our schools about Aboriginal Australia. (Implemented 2012 - Reviewed 2017)
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.
This Policy provides information about the enrolment principles, enrolment criteria and procedures for Parents/Carers seeking to enrol a child into a CSPD School.
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.
This wording on this Collection Form can be used for School Alumni Associations with reference to CSPD Privacy Policy (Updated 2023)
This notice outlines what information CSPD collects and stores when you apply for employment with us, and who we disclose that information to.
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
This Policy sets out how the CSPD manages the personal and sensitive information we collect and hold. (updated Jan 2023)
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)
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)
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
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.
Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, harassment and bullying.
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.
CSPD's Modern Slavery statement focuses on confronting modern slavery and ensure that our supply chains respect the dignity and value of each person.
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.
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.
This Policy & Procedure covers the possession, use and distribution of alcohol, tobacco, vaping devices, illegal drugs or other banned substances.
This Policy & Procedure covers the possession, use and distribution of alcohol, tobacco, vaping devices, illegal drugs or other banned substances. (Updated Feb 2023)
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.
This document provides information around externally funded therapy for students and Allied Health providers in school.
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.
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.
These procedures outline the conditions upon which a child may be exempt from being enrolled at and attending school (Implemented 2017)
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.
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.
CSPD is committed to ensuring that all its sites are places of safety for students, staff and other persons attending those places.
This Policy is about Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) students’ use of Digital Devices and Online Services in School-Related Settings.
Anti-Harassment Policy
Harassment in any form is unacceptable. As educators, we have a responsibility to provide teaching and learning environments that are free from harassment, and that encourage students to develop attitudes and skills that discourage, challenge and report harassment in all forms.
Attendance Policy
Regular attendance at College is essential if students are to maximise their potential. While parents are legally responsible for promoting regular attendance for their children, College staff, as part of their duty of care, monitor absences.
Learning Preparation Policy
Our policy for student Learning Preparation.
If you are seeking a refund, please contact the College as per our 'Contact Us' page.
Please note any approved refunds will be credited to the credit card used for the original payment.
Road Safety Policy
At St Columba’s Catholic College we believe that a road safety policy provides a framework of common understanding for students, staff, parents/carers and the community who interact with the College to provide a safe environment.
When a student’s behaviour is positive, and thereby improves the climate of the College, the school should recognise this and encourage continued co-operation. This can be achieved through student awards.
These are significant awards and are open to all the students of St Columba’s Catholic College, recognising student participation, initiative and achievement both within and beyond the classroom.
The student award scheme is a four-tiered scheme that incorporates elements of in-class, College community and wider community activities. The scheme is progressive, with the degree of difficulty increasing with each level of award. It is student-initiated, with specific goals negotiated between the student and the Leader of Mission. It is based on Merit Certificates.
Sun Smart Policy
St Columba’s Catholic College encourages students and teachers to take care in the sun by promoting a sun safe attitude, sun safe practices and a risk minimisation culture.
For the College Uniform and Shoe Policy please see here.
Visitors Policy
We seek to provide an open and friendly learning environment, which values and actively encourages visitors to St Columba’s. At the same time we recognise our duty of care to ensure a safe environment for our students and staff, and we recognise our responsibility to protect and preserve our resources against theft, vandalism and misuse.
You can contact St Columba’s Catholic College on weekdays by phone on 02 4754 8900 or email us using the form below.
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