The NSW Department of Education encourages local communities to use school buildings, grounds, playing fields and facilities for appropriate purposes.

Data Notes:

• Principals ensure that the proposed use of the facility is consistent with the values and goals of public education.

• A written agreement is negotiated between the school and the community user outlining the rights and responsibilities of both parties.

• School councils, the P&C and its sub committees are generally entitled to free use of school facilities as are a number of other organisations in accordance with the Community Use of School Facilities policy.

• Other entities such as not-for-profit groups can gain access on a cost recovery basis. Private profit-making organisations pay a fee which is used to augment the school’s educational programs.

Data source:

• Financial Controlling, Finance Directorate, NSW Department of Education