Policies - Governance

For further governance and other policies, please see LCA policies.

Extended to December 2025.

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The Board for Lutheran Education Australia is the governing body of Lutheran Education Australia.

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Constitution of Lutheran Education Australia including objects, relationship to The Church, Confessions and policies to guide the Board.
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The National Leadership Team consists of the four Executive Directors of Lutheran education in Australia.

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Policies - Ministry and worship

Policies

Ministry and worship in schools and early childhood services are guided by a series of policies, which are adopted across the country. These policies cover Lutheran Church of Australia doctrine and practice.

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Policies - Leadership and management

Policies

Leadership and management of Lutheran learning communities is enhanced with robust policies, guidelines and resources to assist leaders in schools and early childhood services. Leaders are encouraged to review and keep up to date with these materials.

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Policies - Staff

Policies

Staffing of Lutheran learning communities is guided by a set of policies covering matters including accreditation and inclusion. Leaders and administrative staff are encouraged to familiarise themselves with materials.

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Policies - Pastors

Policies

Pastors play an integral role in supporting the spiritual health of Lutheran learning communities. Pastors, Chaplains, District Church Councils, school leaders and administrators are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the policies and guidelines relating to the role of Pastors in our communities.

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Policies - Awards & Scholarships

Policies

The LEA Service Award, sometimes referred to as the “retiring award”, is for the public recognition of more than 20 years of dedicated and exemplary service to Lutheran education, when a person retires or ceases substantial service to Lutheran education. This is currently the only service award issued by Lutheran Education Australia. Other awards may […]

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Policies - General

Policies

In addition to ministry, worship, leadership, and staffing there are various general policies adopted by Lutheran learning communities. These cover a wide range of topics such as privacy, communication protocols and approval processes. Members of our communities are invited to read these policies.

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Policies - BLEA funds

Policies

The Board for Lutheran Education Australia oversees the administration of the following three funds in support of Lutheran schools in Australia:

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