Policies and Procedures

Marian Catholic College has a number of school-based policies and procedures that govern various aspects of our school life.

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

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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Governance Risk and Compliance

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.

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.

Privacy Records and Information Management

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)

Professional Learning

Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in CSPD
This Policy sets out how CSPD will classify and manage the accreditation of all teaching, non-teaching and CSPD staff.

Safeguarding

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

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.

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.

School Community

CSPD Family and School Partnership Principles
CSPD and its schools, value parents and carers as partners and this partnership is critical in supporting each child to achieve their best throughout their learning and faith journey.

Complaint Handling Procedures | Marian Catholic College

The following procedures specific to Marian Catholic College ensure that complaints are managed and resolved fairly, efficiently, promptly and in accordance with the CSPD guidelines (also see Guidelines for Parents and Carers in Raising Complaints)

Complaint Management Procedure
The objectives of this document is to provide information on raising a complaint.

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.

Research Application Guidelines
These guidelines are designed to support potential external researchers, and researchers internal to CSPD, to make sound decisions about their research application.

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.

Staff

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.

Preventing Discrimination Harassment and Bullying Policy

Students

Banned Substances Student Procedure
This 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 procedure 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.

Excursions | Marian Catholic College

Marian Catholic College’s excursion program enables students to enrich their learning in a non-school setting. This document outlines responsibilities and expectations of students, parents and teachers around excursions.

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.

Guidelines for Supervising University Student Placement
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.

Medication | Marian Catholic College

The purpose of this policy is to provide a framework and directions for the administration of medication to students enrolled at Marian Catholic College.

Mobile Phones | Marian Catholic College

It is the aim of this policy to enable students at Marian Catholic College to develop important skills, knowledge and values which set them up to be safe and responsible mobile phone users both now and in the future.

No Aerosol Policy | Marian Catholic College

Marian Catholic College is a ‘No Aerosol’ school. Aerosol sprays are banned from the college. This ban relates to all aspects of school including excursions, camps/retreats, sports etc.

Pastoral Care | Marian Catholic College

Pastoral Care at Marian Catholic College permeates every aspect of community life. These guidelines outline the College's commitment to pastoral care.

Playground Guidelines | Marian Catholic College

The following guidelines outline behaviours and expectations of Marian Catholic College students on the oval, enclosed court, handball and basketball courts as well out of bounds areas.

Road Safety | Marian Catholic College

The purpose of the Marian Catholic College road safety policy is to provide a framework of common understanding for students, staff, parents/caregivers, and the community who interact with the school in issues that relate to road safety

Senior Student Examinations | Marian Catholic College

This document provides senior students with the rules and procedures covering exams, including uniforms, devices, behaviour and what happens in the event of absences.

Senior Student Study Guidelines | Marian Catholic College

A detailed outline of procedures for Year 11 and 12 students who wish to stay at school during the examination period.

Shisha Smoking | Marian Catholic College

Shisha smoking is not a safe alternative to cigarette smoking and poses a serious potential health hazard. Parents and students are advised that hookahs and associated products are banned from Marian Catholic College.

Sport Code of Conduct | Marian Catholic College

This form, which must be signed and returned to Marian Catholic College before a player is permitted to represent the school in any sporting competition, outlines the behaviour expected of students, parents and spectators.

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 Behaviour Policy
The focus of this policy is to define the behaviour expectations of students and to assert everyone’s right to a safe, inclusive, respectful learning and working environment.

Student Drivers | Marian Catholic College

Students and their parents of Marian Catholic College should read the following conditions regarding student who wish to drive to school and park on Parish/School premises.

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.

Student Wellbeing Framework
The framework is made up of five strategies which enhance the school-wide focus on student wellbeing, safety and welcome for students of CSPD.

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.

Student Wellbeing and Discipline | Marian Catholic College

The goal of this document is to encourage and support self-discipline. This policy provides clear and explicit guidelines to facilitate the maintenance of a safe and motivating learning environment at Marian Catholic College.

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

Sun Safety | Marian Catholic College

The Marian Catholic College sun safe policy provides guidelines and procedures to ensure all students and workers are well protected from too much UV exposure.

Suspension, Transfer and Exclusion Procedure
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.

Uniform and Grooming | Marian Catholic College

This document provides an overview of the uniform and grooming requirements and expectations for all students of Marian Catholic College.

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

e-Cigarettes | Marian Catholic College

Parents and students are advised that e-cigarettes are banned from Marian Catholic College.

Contacting Marian Catholic College

Who to Contact at Marian Catholic College

Please refer to the following document for guidance on who to ask for at the school for a variety of matters including absences, leave, lost property, care matters, assessments, careers advice, enrolments and complaint handling and more.