All information shared is confidential, meaning the student and family's information will not be shared with a third party without prior parental consent. There is however limits to confidentiality.

These limits to confidentiality include:

- School Counsellor's have certain duty of care obligations to all students. The School Counsellor is a mandatory reporter of child abuse and neglect.

- If the School Counsellor forms reasonable belief that the student is at risk of harm to themselves or others they have a duty of care to report to immediate family (parents/guardians first), or to mental health services or to the police.

- If it is disclosed to the School Counsellor that the student/client has engaged in a crime or is going to become involved in such an activity, the School Counsellor will need to contact the Police.

Please note: Unless otherwise required by law, we will consult with parents/guardians prior to any information being shared with a third party such as an external agency or teacher. We will only share information with a third party if it is in your child's best interest.