37Notification of change of circumstances under approved learning program

37 Notification of change of circumstances under approved learning program

(1)  If there is any change of a provider of the approved learning program of a youth, or any other change that is contrary to the approved learning program of a youth, the parent of the youth or, if the youth is living independently from his or her parents, the youth must notify the Secretary of that change in a form approved by the Minister.

Penalty:  In the case of a contravention by a parent, a fine not exceeding 10 penalty units.

(2)  If the change referred to in subsection (1) is a withdrawal from, or cancellation of, enrolment at a registered school, the administrative authority of the school must notify the Secretary of the withdrawal or cancellation within 7 days after the withdrawal or cancellation.

(3)  If the change referred to in subsection (1) is a withdrawal of enrolment from one school and either enrolment at a different school or the commencement of home education, the parent of the youth or, if the youth is living independently from his or her parents, the youth must notify the principal of the school from which the youth is withdrawing, in writing –

(a) of that withdrawal; and

(b) either –

(i) of the school at which the youth is to be enrolled; or

(ii) that the youth is to be home educated.

(4)  If the change referred to in subsection (1) is a withdrawal of enrolment from one school and enrolling in a different school, section 20(4) , (5) and (6) applies, with any necessary modification and adaptation.

(5)  On receiving a notice under subsection (1) , the Secretary is to provide a copy of the amended approved learning program to any new provider under the amended plan or any provider affected by the amendment of the plan.