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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
Every Victorian child should have access to the world of learning opportunities that exist beyond the classroom. The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund helps ensure that no student will miss out on the opportunity to join their classmates for important, educational and fun activities. It is part of making Victoria the Education State and the Government’s commitment to breaking the link between a student’s background and their outcomes.
CAMPS, SPORTS & EXCURSIONS FUND (CSEF)
School camps provide children with inspiring experiences in the great outdoors, excursions encourage a deeper understanding of how the world works and sports teach teamwork, discipline and leadership. All are part of a healthy curriculum. CSEF is provided by the Victorian Government to assist eligible families to cover the costs of school trips, camps and sporting activities. If you hold a valid means-tested concession card or are a temporary foster parent, you may be eligible for CSEF.
A special consideration category also exists for asylum seeker and refugee families. The allowance is paid to the school to use towards expenses relating to camps, excursions or sporting activities for the benefit of your child. The annual CSEF amount per student is: • $125 for primary school students • $225 for secondary school students MORE INFORMATION For more information about the CSEF visit www.education.vic.gov.au/csef
This form will also be sent out via CareMonkey.
School Fees
Invoices have been sent out with children this week.
There are a number of payment options available including periodic (weekly, fortnightly or monthly) direct debit instalments,and BPAY Please contact Lynette Gamble in the school office to discuss.
lgamble@srprestonwest.catholic.edu.au
2019 School Fees and Levies
Please note that there is a $200 total discount available off all fees and levies if paid in full by 30th April 2019.
We request all fees are reconciled by the end of Term 3 (September 20th)
If you are experiencing financial difficulties I encourage you to make a time to meet with the principal to discuss your situation and a come to a suitable arrangement.
Skoolbag
How to get the Skoolbag App
Helpful Tip
Subscribe to notifications to particular groups. This will ensure you receive a notification on your phone for each group you follow.
(eg Foundation, 1/2 etc)
This can be done in the group tab.
CareMonkey
Over the past week you would have received an email inviting you to complete a Caremonkey profile for your child. Please complete as soon as possible and share the profile with St Raphael's school. This app is used to collect permission forms and medical information relating to your child.
If you haven't received an email regarding this please contact:
Lynette Gamble lgamble@srprestonwest.catholic.edu.au
Working with Children
To volunteer at school you will need a current working with children check.
To apply for a working with children check please follow the link below:
http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au/home/applications/apply+for+a+check/apply+in+victoria