CHILD SAFETY AND WELLBEING
Child Safe Standards
Our school is safe, student centred and animated by our school values.
We aim to Inspire Hearts and Minds.
"Children are the future of the human family: all of us are expected to promote their growth, health and tranquillity." Pope Francis 2021
At Mary MacKillop Primary School, we believe that ensuring the safety of the students in our care is an integral part of who we are as a Catholic faith community. We adhere to Victorian Child Safe Standards and Ministerial Order No. 1359. We embed a culture of child safety and the matter is taken very seriously.
MMPS Child Safe Standards
Child Safe Policy
Child friendly version of Child Safe Policy (updated June 2022) Congratulations to our Year 6 Student Leaders on their creation of the student friendly version of the Child Safe Policy. This policy has been uploaded to our website. Child Safe page and can be found in the following link https://www.marymacnarre.catholic.edu.au/child-safety-standards
Parental Use of Mobile Phones (Privacy Laws)
Catholic Education Commission of Victoria (CECV)
The updated CECV Statement of Commitment to Child Safety - A safe, nurturing and empowering culture for all children and young people in Catholic schools, is attached to this newsletter. This statement has been updated in light of the revised Child Safe Standards coming into effect from 1 July 2022 and the supporting Ministerial Order No. 1359
Child Safe Resources to support Students, Parents/Carers
eSAFETY COMMISSIONER - https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents.
Webinars for parents and carers
Join one of the free webinars for parents and carers.
- The changing face of cyberbullying: Protecting your child in 2025
- Cyberbullying is evolving, with the use of AI-powered tactics, coded emoji language, and the covert manipulation that many adults may miss. This 45-minute webinar helps parents spot the signs, build support at home and guide children on how to respond and stay safe. It’s suitable for parents and carers of primary and high school students. Term 3 (AEST) 5 August at 12.30pm
- Register here - https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/2536814565012663130
- Cyberbullying is evolving, with the use of AI-powered tactics, coded emoji language, and the covert manipulation that many adults may miss. This 45-minute webinar helps parents spot the signs, build support at home and guide children on how to respond and stay safe. It’s suitable for parents and carers of primary and high school students. Term 3 (AEST) 5 August at 12.30pm
FOR FAMILIES - https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/parent-resources/online-safety-for-every-family
CCYP - Commission for Children and Young People https://ccyp.vic.gov.au/child-safe-standards/
School TV https://marymacnarre.catholic.schooltv.me/wellbeing_news
- SchoolTV, we would like to invite parents, carers, and grandparents, to attend an exclusive webinar supporting primary and secondary students. This exclusive, one-off event is fast approaching and we’d love to see families benefit from the insights of two of Australia’s leading experts, Susan McLean and Dr Michael Carr-Gregg. They will share invaluable insights on how to empower young people to navigate the online world safely and responsibly.
- WEBINAR: Digital Media Literacy & Safety (Part III)
DATE: Wednesday, 3 September 2025
TIME: 7:30 pm
Topics in this webinar include:
- New Social Media Regulations
- Digital Footprint and Reputation
- Screen Time and Brain Development
- Parental Controls
Participants MUST REGISTER PRIOR to the commencement of the webinar to gain access OR click the link to access registration:
http://marymacnarre.catholic.schooltv.me/webinar/east-coast-digital-media-literacy-safety-part-III
BRAVEHEARTS - https://bravehearts.org.au
Inform & Empower
- To support parents/carers a Parent Seminar called Raising Kids in a Digital World on Thursday 11 September: @ 6.30 - 8pm will be held at MMPS in Allen Hall
Health, Wellbeing and Personal Safety Programs – Term 3
As part of our commitment to supporting students’ health, wellbeing and personal safety, a range of programs will be delivered across the school during Term 3:
- Foundation – Year 2: Life Ed Program – Monday 25 & Tuesday 26 August 2025
- Years 3 – 4: KIDS Roar Program – Thursday 11 September 2025
- Years 5 – 6: Victoria Police Presentation – Wednesday 10 September 2025
These sessions are age-appropriate and aim to build knowledge, resilience, and confidence in our students. Further information will be provided closer to the dates.
Inform & Empower: Years 4-6: 4 workshops focussing on cyber safety for Semester Two 2025