School Fees

School Fees 2024

School Family Fee : $2,030 (an annual fee per family)

Curriculum Levy: $665

Swimming Levy: $30

Total (one student): $2,725

The Curriculum Levy specifically covers costs associated with curriculum, eg. books, e-learning, art materials, excursions and incursions.

Camp costs are additional.

Camp Levy

Grade 3/4: $260

Grade 5/6: $500

Please note that there will be no further request for funds throughout the year for either excursions, sports programs or sacramental programs.

Methods of Payment

Payment in full by the end of February.

This method is always welcome. This can be done by EFT to the bank account (details below and on the statement) or in person at the school office via cash, cheque or card.  Alternatively, phone the school office to pay by card over the phone.

Pay by Direct Debit.

Direct Debit Service Agreement – a copy will be sent out with the family statement in the first few weeks of Term 1.

Ten monthly instalments.

Amount = the total balance of family statement divided by ten (including any camp fees).

A new direct debit form needs to be completed annually.

 

Any family holding a Health Care Card, please read the information below. 

 

CAMPS, SPORTS AND EXCURSIONS FUND

If you hold a valid means-tested concession card or are a temporary foster parent, you may be eligible for Camps, Sports & Excursions Fund (CSEF).

In 2024 this amount is $150 per eligible student.

The allowance is paid to the school to use towards expenses relating to camps, excursions or sporting activities for the benefit of your child.

Please complete the application form below, if eligible, and contact the office.

 SCHOOL FEES CONCESSION PROGRAM

Any family holding an HCC and eligible for CSEF are strongly encouraged to apply

We are able to offer concessional school fees for eligible students, which means reduced fee and levy costs as outlined below. Please refer to the Concessional Fee Policy below which outlines the eligibility.  Please complete the application form below, if eligible, and contact the office.

Students of eligible families are entitled to concessional school fees.

The school fee for eligible students is:

1 child – $15 per child per week, direct debit ($780 per annum or $195 per term)

2 children – $23 for the family per week, direct debit ($1,196 per annum, or $299 per term)

3 + children – $30 for the family per week, direct debit ($1,560 per annum, or $390 per term)

The above fees cover both tuition fees and levies (excluding camps).

ARE YOUR FEES CAUSING FINANCIAL HARDSHIP FOR YOUR FAMILY?

If any families are in financial hardship, you are encouraged to speak confidentially with the Principal. We understand that family income and financial situations can change for many reasons and can cause much stress to families. If at any time you are faced with this situation we recommend communicating with us.

Account Name: St Ambrose Parish School General Account

Bank:                   CDF – Catholic Development Fund (via NAB)

BSB:                     083 347

Account:             82 674 8672

Reference:           Your name & account code number