❓ Hon John Fischer questions the Minister for Education about a proposed private school, Kings College, in Carnarvon, focusing on the application process, potential impact on existing schools, and the suitability of online education for teenagers. The Minister provides information on the application process and considerations, noting no application has been made.
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(1) Is the minister aware that there is a plan to establish a new private school in Carnarvon called Kings College, which will come under the umbrella of the Swan Christian Education Association? (2) If the answer to (1) is yes, will the minister explain the application process that a school must go through before it can open its doors for business? (3) Is the minister aware whether Kings College has, in fact, made any such application? (4) Given that there is already a Catholic school in Carnarvon, does the minister not think that this will ultimately only put pressure on student numbers at the Carnarvon High School and the existing Catholic high school, given the recent decision by the Catholic Education Commission to close St Cecilia’s school in Port Hedland due to the low number of students attending the school? (5) It is believed that the proposed school will be conducted online. That means that each student will have a computer cubicle and will attend classes online. Does the minister believe that this type of schooling assists the development of social skills of young teenagers? (6) Does the minister agree that online education is desirable only in extremely remote places? Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD
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I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(2) If the answer to (1) is yes, will the minister explain the application process that a school must go through before it can open its doors for business? (3) Is the minister aware whether Kings College has, in fact, made any such application? (4) Given that there is already a Catholic school in Carnarvon, does the minister not think that this will ultimately only put pressure on student numbers at the Carnarvon High School and the existing Catholic high school, given the recent decision by the Catholic Education Commission to close St Cecilia’s school in Port Hedland due to the low number of students attending the school? (5) It is believed that the proposed school will be conducted online. That means that each student will have a computer cubicle and will attend classes online. Does the minister believe that this type of schooling assists the development of social skills of young teenagers? (6) Does the minister agree that online education is desirable only in extremely remote places? Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(3) Is the minister aware whether Kings College has, in fact, made any such application? (4) Given that there is already a Catholic school in Carnarvon, does the minister not think that this will ultimately only put pressure on student numbers at the Carnarvon High School and the existing Catholic high school, given the recent decision by the Catholic Education Commission to close St Cecilia’s school in Port Hedland due to the low number of students attending the school? (5) It is believed that the proposed school will be conducted online. That means that each student will have a computer cubicle and will attend classes online. Does the minister believe that this type of schooling assists the development of social skills of young teenagers? (6) Does the minister agree that online education is desirable only in extremely remote places? Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(4) Given that there is already a Catholic school in Carnarvon, does the minister not think that this will ultimately only put pressure on student numbers at the Carnarvon High School and the existing Catholic high school, given the recent decision by the Catholic Education Commission to close St Cecilia’s school in Port Hedland due to the low number of students attending the school? (5) It is believed that the proposed school will be conducted online. That means that each student will have a computer cubicle and will attend classes online. Does the minister believe that this type of schooling assists the development of social skills of young teenagers? (6) Does the minister agree that online education is desirable only in extremely remote places? Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(5) It is believed that the proposed school will be conducted online. That means that each student will have a computer cubicle and will attend classes online. Does the minister believe that this type of schooling assists the development of social skills of young teenagers? (6) Does the minister agree that online education is desirable only in extremely remote places? Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(6) Does the minister agree that online education is desirable only in extremely remote places? Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(2) If the answer to (1) is yes, will the minister explain the application process that a school must go through before it can open its doors for business? (3) Is the minister aware whether Kings College has, in fact, made any such application? (4) Given that there is already a Catholic school in Carnarvon, does the minister not think that this will ultimately only put pressure on student numbers at the Carnarvon High School and the existing Catholic high school, given the recent decision by the Catholic Education Commission to close St Cecilia’s school in Port Hedland due to the low number of students attending the school? (5) It is believed that the proposed school will be conducted online. That means that each student will have a computer cubicle and will attend classes online. Does the minister believe that this type of schooling assists the development of social skills of young teenagers? (6) Does the minister agree that online education is desirable only in extremely remote places? Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(3) Is the minister aware whether Kings College has, in fact, made any such application? (4) Given that there is already a Catholic school in Carnarvon, does the minister not think that this will ultimately only put pressure on student numbers at the Carnarvon High School and the existing Catholic high school, given the recent decision by the Catholic Education Commission to close St Cecilia’s school in Port Hedland due to the low number of students attending the school? (5) It is believed that the proposed school will be conducted online. That means that each student will have a computer cubicle and will attend classes online. Does the minister believe that this type of schooling assists the development of social skills of young teenagers? (6) Does the minister agree that online education is desirable only in extremely remote places? Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(4) Given that there is already a Catholic school in Carnarvon, does the minister not think that this will ultimately only put pressure on student numbers at the Carnarvon High School and the existing Catholic high school, given the recent decision by the Catholic Education Commission to close St Cecilia’s school in Port Hedland due to the low number of students attending the school? (5) It is believed that the proposed school will be conducted online. That means that each student will have a computer cubicle and will attend classes online. Does the minister believe that this type of schooling assists the development of social skills of young teenagers? (6) Does the minister agree that online education is desirable only in extremely remote places? Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(5) It is believed that the proposed school will be conducted online. That means that each student will have a computer cubicle and will attend classes online. Does the minister believe that this type of schooling assists the development of social skills of young teenagers? (6) Does the minister agree that online education is desirable only in extremely remote places? Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(6) Does the minister agree that online education is desirable only in extremely remote places? Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
I thank the member for some notice of this question. I note that in part (4) of the question to the minister the member deleted the word “given” and inserted “for example”. Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
Hon John Fischer: I can explain that. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Yes, and if the member will let me finish I will explain. Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
Hon John Fischer interjected. Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
Hon GRAHAM GIFFARD: Finished? The member is being very rude. The question as asked contained the word “given”, and the answer is based on the question as advised. Simple? (1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(1) The minister is aware of the interest. It is understood that the Swan Christian Education Association is also aware of the interest, but that no commitment has been given. (2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(2) An application for planning approval to open a new non-government school, prior to it becoming a registered school, must be submitted to the Department of Education Services. An advisory committee to the minister considers applications and recommends to the minister whether planning approval should be given. All information is available to the public on the Department of Education Services web site at www.des.wa.gov.au. The Swan Christian Education Association is aware of the process. (3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(3) No application has been made. (4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(4) Student population growth rates and the impact of a proposed new school on existing schools in a locality are factors considered in the planning approval process. (5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(5) It is understood that online support for registered home schoolers is an option being considered. However, a registered non-Government school that intends to provide distance education would be required to satisfy appropriate standards of education equivalent to the State’s own distance education services. (6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
(6) Distance education services may be appropriate for students in a variety of different circumstances. These services, including online support, are continually being developed consistent with sound education practices and emerging technologies.
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