The Government is conducting a review of the Student Code of Conduct and disciplinary framework.

Crystal Caesar, the Minister of Education, confirmed that the review was taking place, in her written responses to parliamentary questions posed by Ben Smith, the shadow minister.

In September 2025, the Department of Education announced the launch of a “modernised” code of conduct to be implemented across the public school system.

Mr Smith had asked during last Friday’s House of Assembly whether the minister could provide all evidence, including survey results, consultation findings, staff feedback reports and meeting summaries relied upon by the ministry that indicated that educators and school leaders had confidence in the current code along with its consistent application across public schools.

Ms Caesar said in written responses: “An evaluation and stakeholder survey relating to the implementation of the Student Code of Conduct has been undertaken.

“The evaluation is under review. Accordingly, no final ministry conclusion has been reached regarding the level of educator or school leader confidence in the current Student Code of Conduct, its disciplinary framework or its consistent application across public schools.

“Any findings, recommendations or conclusions arising from the evaluation will be considered through the appropriate governance and communication processes, and shared in accordance with established protocols once that review has been completed.”

On the launch of the code last September, the department said: “The updated code is the culmination of a comprehensive, multiyear review process that began in 2019.

“It is designed to foster a strong partnership for student success by creating safer, more respectful and focused learning environments for every student and educator.

“A key principle of the code is that it is ‘instructive, not punitive’, shifting the focus to restorative practices that repair harm and use misbehaviour as a teachable moment.”

Key features included a four-level system for clear expectations, fair responses and a system-wide policy on personal electronic devices.

The Royal Gazette has requested further information about the review.