The School Act (British Columbia) is the primary provincial law governing public education in British Columbia. The Act establishes the roles and responsibilities of school boards, administrators, teachers, and students, and sets out the legal framework within which schools operate. It addresses matters such as governance of school districts, educational standards, attendance requirements, and the rights of students and parents within the education system. The Act also provides mechanisms for reviewing certain decisions made by school officials, including appeal provisions such as Section 11. While school districts manage day-to-day operations, they do so within the legislative authority created by this law. Understanding the School Act can help families recognise the legal structure that shapes how decisions are made within the provincial education system.