Policies and key documents
Policies and strategies support thoughtful decision making and are guided by our values, ethical frameworks and legal requirements. Our policies are regularly reviewed to ensure they are relevant and support the smooth running of the school.
Sophia Mundi has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to acting in children’s best interests and keeping them safe from harm.
“In raising children, we need to continuously keep in mind how we can best create the most favourable environment for their imitative behaviour. Everything done in the past regarding imitation must become more and more conscious and more and more consciously connected with the future.”
— Rudolf Steiner
Policies
Our Policies guide acceptable behaviour, to make sure that our school environment is safe for children and their families, and school staff. Our policies help to create a productive learning environment.
- Child Safe Policy
- Child Safe Program
- Child Safe Code of Conduct
- Child Protection Procedures
- Child Safety Complaints Management
- Our Child Protection Officers
- Complaints and Grievances Policy
- Complaints Management - Parent information
- Distributing Medication Policy
- Enrolment Policy and Procedures
- Sun Protection Policy
Constitution
Sophia Mundi Steiner School updated our Constitution in 2024. A constitution is a legal document that defines the school's governing body and how they operate.
Strategic Plan
Our Strategic Plan acts as a guiding vision, outlining our school goals and priorities over the next 5 years.
Governance Charter
The Governence Charter is our policy document that defines the respective roles, responsibilities and authorities of the board of directors (both individually and collectively) and Leadership in setting the direction and management of the school.
Annual Reports
The Annual Report provides an opportunity to share our school’s achievements and progress with our school community.
The preparation and publication of an Annual Report is a legislative and regulatory requirement for all schools.
Statement of Democratic Principles
Sophia Mundi Steiner School is committed to the principles of a liberal democracy.
- We believe in an accountable, democratically elected government.
- We respect and observe the rule of law and believe that no person is above the law.
- We believe in equal rights for all before the law, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender or other attributes.
- We believe not only in the freedom of religion, but also the need to practise tolerance and understanding of others' beliefs.
- We believe in the value of freedom of speech and freedom of association, but also acknowledge that we have the responsibility not to abuse this freedom.
- We believe in the values of openness and tolerance, and value and respect all members of the School community regardless of background.
Steiner Education Australia
Steiner Education Australia is the not for profit national association and peak body representing Steiner schools and Associate members throughout the states and territories of Australia. Each organisation is independent, with Steiner Education Australia providing a national voice to promote and support Steiner education across the country.