11 Bringing proceeding in court
If a School Attendance Officer forms the view that court proceedings are the most appropriate course of action, they must refer the matter to the Wellbeing, Health and Engagement Division of the Department for a final decision.
Before contacting the Wellbeing, Health and Engagement Division, the School Attendance Officer must ensure they have evidence or reliable records of decisions that involved the exercise of some discretion or the consideration of information or explanations provided by the parent, including decisions made by a school principal before referring the matter to the School Attendance Officer.
Chapter 11 of the Attendance Guidelines containing procedures for school attendance officers when considering court proceedings
Reviewed 23 January 2026