What are a school board’s obligations to keep students safe on a school trip?
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What are a school board’s obligations to keep students safe on a school trip?

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19.07.2026

A school camp ended with several students injured after a poorly supervised activity. Parents are asking whether the school breached any legal duty, and whether the school can be held responsible. What are the legal obligations?

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22.07.2026
reply date: 22.07.2026

Schools and boards have duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 to take reasonably practicable steps to ensure the health and safety of workers and others, including students at school activities. Ministry guidelines on education outside the classroom expect proper risk assessment, adequate supervision, trained staff and parental notice. The Accident Compensation Act 2001 means that injured students can claim ACC for treatment and rehabilitation, but they cannot generally sue for compensation. WorkSafe can investigate serious incidents and prosecute for breaches, and the board must notify notifiable events. Parents can ask for the incident report and complain to the board and the Ministry, and the school should review its procedures.

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