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:
School frameworks (school rules)
As well as following the department’s operational policies, we have developed frameworks for our students in line with our school’s values and commitments.
Student Welfare and Discipline
Our school has a welfare policy and fair discipline code which encompasses aspects of behaviour, recognition of achievements, and a focus on anti-bullying strategies.
Student Wellbeing and Discipline Policy
High-Five How to Deal with Bullying Guide
Sutton Public School Anti-Bullying Plan
Bushfire Managment Plan
Sutton Public School lies within the centre of Sutton village and its direct bushfire exposures are deemed to be of relatively low risk. The school grounds comprise either well-watered green lawn areas that that are kept fairly short or artificial surfaces, surrounding the central collection of school buildings. In the immediate vicinity of the buildings bushfire fuel levels are very low, with little vegetation posing a risk. Directly outside of the grounds to the west is Bywong Street with residential properties and a cut grass verge presenting low risk.