College Council

A school council is the group of people who govern the school. It is given the power to set the key directions for the school, and is a legal entity in its own right. A school council directly influences the quality of education that a school provides to its students.

School councils play a vital role in the educational opportunity and outcomes of all students at the school. In essence, the role of school council is one of setting the long term future for the school and maintaining oversight (not management) of the school's operation. It is not about running the school – that is the job of the principal.

Objectives of school council

• 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, regulations, Ministerial Orders or a direction, guideline or policy

 Addition information can be found at:

http://www.education.vic.gov.au/management/governance/schoolcouncils/default.htm