The governance structure at Karingal Primary School outlines the framework through which leadership, governance, communication and decision-making operate across the school.

Clear governance structures help support consistency, accountability, transparency and effective school operations while ensuring the school functions in line with Department of Education requirements and expectations.

The school operates within the Victorian government school system and is supported through a structured framework that includes the Department of Education, School Council, school leadership and school-based teams.

These governance structures help guide strategic planning, policy development, school improvement processes, financial oversight and operational management across the school.

Governance structures also support clear lines of communication, collaborative decision-making and the coordination of responsibilities across different areas of school operations.

Through established structures and processes, the school is able to effectively manage priorities, support continuous improvement and respond to the needs of students and the wider school community.

Karingal Primary School’s governance framework helps ensure leadership and operational processes remain aligned with school priorities, legislative requirements and Department expectations.

Strong governance structures also contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive and high-quality learning environment that supports positive outcomes for all students.

The governance structure of Karingal Primary School is outlined below.