Guardian / Carer Guidelines
Guardians / Carers are an important link between parents, school, DET International and the student.
The guardian / carer undertakes to perform the following duties/responsibilities:
- Maintain regular contact with the student and liaise with the school, homestay host and parents
- Ensure the student has regular and punctual school attendance. Student visa regulations require a minimum of 80% attendance and failure to meet attendance requirements can lead to the cancellation of the student visa
- Notify the school coordinator, DET International, and the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) in writing of any changes in address or living arrangements within 7 days. The guardian must sign the notification and provide full details of the new arrangements. If the student is under 18 years and the accommodation and welfare arrangements are approved by DET International, then written approval must be obtained prior to the change of arrangement
- Contact the parents and school coordinator in case of an accident, serious illness or medical emergency
- Assist the student to seek necessary medical attention and obtain proper medical certificates in case of absence
- Inform the parents promptly in the event of any problems, discuss solutions with parents and act promptly on their advice
- Telephone or write to the school coordinator requesting leave for the student for medical, dental or any other appointments, specifying the dates and times of their absence
- Liaise with the school coordinator concerning behaviour, conduct or any issues that may affect the student's progress
- Attend school meetings such as parent/teacher interviews, subject selection meetings and other school meetings deemed necessary by the principal on behalf of the parents
- Assist the student to understand school and visa requirements and abide by them
- Take responsibility for the student's welfare and supervision outside school hours.
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