Tharawal Primary School

Learning together with respect and responsibility

Telephone02 9543 5000

Emailtharawal-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Rules and policies

Rules and policies are in place to make sure your child remains safe and well at school.

Visit the NSW Department of Education’s policy library for all current operational policies.

Our school uses the department's School Community Charter to ensure all of our communication is collaborative and respectful.

Attendance and absences

Students must attend school regularly so they can achieve their educational best and increase their career and life options.

In NSW, all children from the age of 6 are legally required to attend school or be registered for home schooling through the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA). All students must complete Year 10, or its equivalent and remain in school, employment or training until they turn 17.

For more information about compulsory school attendance, visit:

Tharawal PS School Behaviour Support and Management Plan

The following School Behaviour Support and Management Plan(PDF 1.3MB) applies to all students at Tharawal Public School. This has been developed in line with Departmental policies, our schools values and commitments. This plan has been endoursed by the P&C and community. At Tharawal Public School we are committed to providing excellence in education where everybody learns, grows and belongs in an equitable and inclusive school environment.