Government schools
Follow the police and Child Protection interviews policy. This policy explains how to respond when Victoria Police or Child Protection ask to interview a student at school.
Principals can contact the department’s Legal Division for support.
- Call: 03 9637 3146
- Email: legal.services@education.vic.gov.au
Catholic schools
Follow the protocols outlined in your school’s policy. It will guide how to respond to Victoria Police or Child Protection requests to interview a student at school.
Principals should report all child safety incidents using channels outlined in their policy. For example, report to the relevant diocesan office, board chair or school proprietor.
Independent schools
Contact Independent Schools Victoria for support on child safety matters. This includes information about facilitating interviews at school.
- Call: 03 9825 7200
- Email: enquiries@is.vic.edu.au
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