Governance
DAVID SCOTT SCHOOL IS GOVERNED THROUGH CLEAR STRUCTURES THAT SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY, TRANSPARENCY AND COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS.
David Scott School is an independent specialist school registered with the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA). The School operates within the organisational structure of the Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) and is governed by David Scott School Limited, a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee.
The governance arrangements of the School are designed to ensure strong oversight, clear accountability, and compliance with all relevant legislative, regulatory and registration requirements. This includes compliance with the VRQA Minimum Standards for school registration, the Education and Training Reform Act and Regulations, and applicable ACNC governance standards.
GOVERNANCE
The School is governed by a Board of Directors, which is responsible for setting strategic direction, overseeing financial sustainability, and ensuring that the School operates in accordance with its charitable purpose, constitution, and legal obligations.
The Board works in partnership with the School’s Principal and leadership team, providing oversight while delegating responsibility for the daytoday operation of the School.
Information about the Board of Directors, including governance responsibilities, is available below.
POLICIES
David Scott School maintains a comprehensive suite of policies to support effective governance, safe and inclusive practice, and consistent decisionmaking across the School.
These policies guide how the School operates and support compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements. Policies are regularly reviewed to ensure they remain current and aligned with best practice.
Annual Reports
The School publishes an Annual Report each year, providing transparency around governance, operations, and performance. Annual Reports include information about the School’s activities, achievements, and compliance with reporting obligations.