Annual Report to the School Community

Policy

This policy sets out the requirement for schools to develop an Annual Report to the School Community.

Summary

• It is a legislative requirement that all Victorian government schools prepare an Annual Report to the School Community (Annual Report) by 30 April each year, for publication on the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority State Register.
• The Annual Report must be completed and attested to by the principal and school council president in the Strategic Planning Online Tool (SPOT), following endorsement by the school council.

Details

The Annual Report to the School Community (Annual Report) provides principals and school councils with an opportunity to share the year’s achievements and progress with the school community. This includes reflecting on the school’s performance and explaining the positive impact of school improvement efforts on student outcomes.

The preparation and publication of an Annual Report is a legislative and regulatory requirement for all schools under the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic), Ministerial Order 1280 and the National Education Agreement 2008. It reflects the Department of Education's commitment to building pride and confidence in our government schools and highlights the importance of transparent communication about school performance with our school communities.

Annual Reports are presented to the school community via a public meeting of the school council, and are published on the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA) State Register.

The Guidance tab sets out details and advice for completing the Annual Report. It contains the following chapters:

• Step by step guide to completing the Annual Report
• Principal checklist – a summary of key actions for principals
• Addressing remote and flexible learning in the Annual Report
• Attestation and endorsement
• School council president SPOT access
• Exemptions from completing an Annual Report

Related policies

• Annual Implementation Plan (AIP)
• Framework for Improving Student Outcomes (FISO)
• Minimum Standards and School Registration
• School Strategic Plan

Relevant legislation

• Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic)
• Education and Training Reform Regulations 2017 (Vic)
• Ministerial Order 1280
• National Education Agreement 2008 (Cth)