Liability for Personal Property

Last updated: Mon, Sep 1st, 2014 8:17:07 pm

Students' Property

The school is not liable for loss or damage to a student's property.

A school may provide places of convenience for storing bicycles, equipment or coats without being liable for the safety of what is stored. Students should be actively discouraged from bringing valuables to school.

Boards are advised to place disclaimer notices at appropriate locations.

Confiscation of Students' Property

If a teacher confiscates an item of property because it is a distraction (e.g. a Mobile Phone or other electronic equipment), it should be stored carefully and returned at an appropriate time. If the property, which is confiscated, is dangerous, e.g. a weapon or drugs, it should not be returned, but the matter should be reported to the parents as soon as possible and to the Gardaí, if that is deemed appropriate. In such circumstances the confiscated property should be handed over to the parents or to the Gardaí.