Help with School Payments
Education Maintenance Allowance
Parents of children under 16 years of age may get help from the Victorian Government through an education allowance. The parent needs to be in possession of a Health Care Card or a Pension Card. The allowance is split evenly between the parent or guardian and the school and is paid in two instalments. The first instalment of 70 per cent is paid during Term 1 and the second instalment of 30 percent is paid during Term 3.
Student transport
Students who live more than 4.8 km from their nearest school may be eligible for transport support. If there is no free school bus the Victorian Government provides a conveyance allowance for those students. More information may be obtained from the student’s school.
Textbooks and Equipment
Parents are expected to provide the required textbooks and equipment for their children. Many schools assist parents with buying and selling of second-hand books.
Uniforms
The dress code is decided by the school council; some schools have a uniform shop where new or second-hand uniforms can be purchased.
Voluntary contributions and school materials charges
There are three possible categories for additional charges from the school:
- Materials and services that parents should provide or pay the school to provide (uniforms, textbooks, requisites);
- Materials and services that parents have the option of paying, if they choose to use them;
- School materials and services that are supported by voluntary contributions; as well as excursions or materials for elective subjects.
School councils and principals have been asked to make sure that no student is disadvantaged if parents cannot pay the voluntary contribution. If you feel pressured by the school to pay voluntary contribution, or have any further questions, please phone the Education Line on 1800 809 834.
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