Parent Payment Policy and outline

Brunswick North West Primary School is looking forward to another great year of teaching and learning and would like to advise you of Brunswick North West Primary School’s voluntary financial contributions for 2025.

Schools provide students with free instruction to fulfil the standard curriculum requirements and we want to assure you that all contributions are voluntary. Nevertheless, the ongoing support of our families ensures that our school can offer the best possible education and support for our students. We want to thank you for all your support, whether that is through fundraising or volunteering your time. This has made a huge difference to our school and the programs we can offer.

You can find further information on the Department’s Parent Payments Policy website and also on the one page DET Parent Payment policy here. 

Voluntary curriculum and other financial contributions to our school that provide a high-quality learning environment for all students.

Every year we ask our school community to consider voluntary curriculum and other financial contributions that allow BNWPS to provide a wide curriculum and specialist program. Through your contributions, our school can deliver a whole-child approach to education and continue to improve our facilities.

This year, we are asking all parents and care givers to contribute in one or all of the following ways:

Voluntary contribution to support core learning objectives

Your voluntary contribution is vital to supporting BNWPS to provide your child with the very best education possible. Your contribution funds core items like materials, resources and services your child uses at school. This includes paper, pencils, calculators, readers, sports equipment, science and technology equipment and more.

Public education remains free and families will never be charged for teacher-instruction. While voluntary contributions make the extensive education program we offer possible, your child will not be disadvantaged if you are unable to make this payment.

2025 parent payment arrangements

Additional voluntary contributions

BNWPS also welcomes additional voluntary financial contributions, either as a general donation or towards a particular school priority. Should your family wish to make a most welcome, additional voluntary contribution, please contact the school office.

Tax deductible contribution to the School Building Fund

Our School Building Fund maintains and improves our school grounds and facilities such as our basketball court, oval and chicken coop. Any donations over $2.00 made to our School Building Fund is tax deductible and will receive a tax receipt.

Contribution to the Trevor Bowen Camp Fund

In 2017 the Trevor Bowen Camp Fund was created in honor of Trevor Bowen and to provide financial assistance to families who may be finding it hard to afford the extra costs associated with school camp. Contributions of any amount to this fund are greatly appreciated and will go directly to helping a family in need send their child to camp. If you would like to contribute to this fund, please contact the school office.

Extra-Curricular Items and Activities – provided on a user-pays basis

Brunswick North West Primary School offers a range of optional items and activities that enhance or broaden the schooling experience of students and are above and beyond what the school provides to deliver the Curriculum.

If you would like to purchase an item or activity for your child, please ensure payment is made to the school by the date that is sent for each activity.The cost of extra-curricular items and activities will be advised throughout the year.

Payment options

As always, we endeavor to keep all voluntary contributions affordable for all families and can make arrangements with any families wishing to pay in installments.

2025 voluntary curriculum contributions will be raised on Sentral during March. You will see this in the Payments section of the app.

Alternative contribution methods include BPay, or at the school office by cash or EFTPOS.

Financial Support for Families

Brunswick North West Primary School understands that some families may experience financial difficulty and offers a range of support options, including:

• the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund
• State Schools Relief (SSR)
• Payment plans

For a confidential discussion about accessing these services, or if you would like to discuss alternative payment arrangements, contact Ange Hopkins the Business Manager.

Refunds

Parent requests for refunds are subject to the discretion of the school and made on a case-by-case basis. Refunds will be provided where the school deems it is reasonable and fair to do so, taking into consideration whether a cost has been incurred, the Department’s Parent Payments Policy and Guidance, Financial Help for Families Policy, and any other relevant information.

You can find further information on the Department’s Parent Payments Policy website and also on the one page DET Parent Payment policy here. 

Please contact the school if you wish to discuss these changes or your family’s financial position.

Keir Jasper                              Ann Brennan

Acting Principal                     School Council President