At St Catherine’s, the safety, wellbeing, and personal growth of every student is our highest priority. We are committed to creating a child-safe, respectful, and inclusive environment in line with the Melbourne Archdiocese of Catholic Schools (MACS) Child Safe Standards and the Victorian Child Safe Standards.

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We actively promote positive behaviour by encouraging all students to be respectful, responsible, and restorative. Students are supported to develop positive relationships, manage their emotions, work collaboratively, demonstrate leadership, and take responsibility for their actions. When challenges arise, we use restorative practices that help students repair relationships and learn from their mistakes.

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Bullying is not tolerated at our school. We teach students to recognise bullying, respond appropriately, and seek help from trusted adults. All incidents are taken seriously and addressed promptly, ensuring students are supported to maintain healthy and respectful relationships.

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Our school maintains clear policies, procedures, and risk management strategies to prevent harm and safeguard children. All staff receive training in their mandatory reporting obligations, and designated staff ensure concerns are managed confidentially, fairly, and transparently. Leadership and staff regularly review our policies and practices to ensure continuous improvement and compliance with MACS standards.

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We empower students to understand and protect their own safety and actively involve families as partners in supporting their child’s wellbeing. Special attention is given to the cultural safety and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, students from diverse backgrounds, and students with disabilities.

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Through vigilance, care, respect, and collaboration, our school community works together to maintain a child-safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every student can thrive and reach their full potential.