The Queensland Government has today introduced new laws to Parliament to ease the administrative burden placed on educators.
Reducing red tape by 25 per cent over four years is a key election commitment of the state government, with the amendments to help streamline processes for principals, teachers, and school staff.
The proposed changes to the Education (General Provisions) Act include simplifying enrolment for principals transferring students between special schools and slashing the repetitive paperwork needed to use approved online applications.
The amendments seek to extend the age eligibility for home school registrations from 17 to 18 years to ensure all students can receive a Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).
Changes would support the operations of P&Cs in multiple campus schools and enable P&Cs to donate funds and goods to another school adversely impacted by a natural disaster.
Access and participation in eKindy will also be improved by expanding the eligibility criteria for children who are isolated or unable to attend due to a medical condition.
Minister for Education John-Paul Langbroek said the amendments are the first of many that will ensure all children – from the youngest preppies up to year 12s – have access to a world class education.
“The Crisafulli Government is delivering on its promise to take real action on reducing red tape for teachers and school staff,” Minister Langbroek said.
“I’ve listened to feedback from teachers and these amendments will help remove obstacles that get in the way of teaching and learning, so they can get back to focusing on the basics.
“These changes are just the start – we want to make it easier for parents to get their kids into schools, easier for teachers to do their job, and easier for principals to run their schools.”
