General Information

What is a school council?

• It is a legally formed body that is given powers to set the key directions of a school
• It is the major governing body of the school
• Plays an important role in school accountability and improvement processes

Its Objectives are:

• Assist in the efficient governance of the school
• Ensure students’ best interests are primary
• Enhance the educational opportunities for students
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations

What is the function of school council?

• Establish the broad direction and vision of the school within the school's community
• Participate in the development and monitoring of the school strategic plan
• Develop, review and update school policies
• Raise funds for school-related purposes
• Approve the annual budget and monitor expenditure
• Maintain the school’s grounds and facilities
• Enter into contracts (e.g. cleaning, construction work)
• Report annually to the school community and to DET
• Generally stimulate interest in the school in the wider community

Our Current School Council members are: