Independent Schools Victoria Compliance Framework

The various Acts and Regulations covering school operations.

Legislative base

Please scroll to the bottom of the page for contacts and links

Do you need to comply?

Yes, according to the provisions of the various Acts and Regulations applicable to schools.

Conditions of compliance

A School Council/Board has a responsibility to understand the legal basis for the operation of its school.

If you have to comply, what do you have to do?

Schools must comply with many State and Commonwealth Acts and Regulations. Among the most important pieces of legislation are:

• Schools Assistance (Learning Together - Achievement Through Choice and Opportunity) Act 2004 (Commonwealth)
• Education Training and Reform Act 2006 (Vic)
• Education Grants Act 1973 (Vic)
• Education and Training Reform Regulations 2006

These and other Acts and Regulations are listed in the Independent Schools Victoria document 'State and Legislative Base' (click here to download a pdf version) (password required).

What are the consequences if you don't comply?

You may be penalised, fined or your school could be de-registered.

Who will help you?

Independent Schools Victoria contact:

Peter Roberts
Director, School Services
Ph. 03 9825 7211
peter.roberts@independentschools.vic.edu.au

Independent Schools Victoria documents:

Click here to download a copy of 'State and Commonwealth Legislative Base' (PDF) (password required)

Other links:

Victorian Legislation and Parliamentary Documents

Commonwealth of Australia Law

Submitted 2/11/2006, edited 18/8/2010.