The union representing teachers and support staff in non-government schools in NSW and the ACT today welcomed the findings of a NSW parliamentary inquiry into Redeemer Baptist School in North Parramatta, which found a culture that put children and staff at significant risk of harm.
“It has been horrifying to learn how students and staff were treated at the school,” said Independent Education Union of Australia NSW/ACT Branch Secretary Carol Matthews. “The NSW government must take urgent action to investigate the issues identified by the inquiry.”
The inquiry chaired by NSW Greens MLC Abigail Boyd found the school did not meet child safety standards. It criticised regulatory authorities for failing to maintain sufficient oversight of the school, its operations and the wellbeing of staff and students.
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