Affordable Fee Structure
Our fees are structured to assist with access for all who desire to have a St Columba education. Parents are invited to discuss with the Principal and the Business Manager whether any discounts or fee reductions are available to them.
St Columba’s fees are some of the most affordable in the State.
College fees are essential to the overall success of the educational program at St Columba College. Upon enrolment, every family enters into an agreement with the College to meet their commitment regarding the payment of school fees.
The College Council reviews the fees schedule annually and notifies parents in late November of any change in fees for the following year. Every effort will be made to assist families in meeting their commitment to pay College fees.
St Columba College Fees Schedule - 2012
1. Tuition Fee
The Tuition Fee contributes toward such costs as salaries and the provision of services. The Annual Fee is charged in Term One. Tuition Fee reductions are available to siblings, families on school card and those experiencing financial hardship.
1a. Sibling Discount:
Sibling Discount applies to Tuition Fees less the excursion fee ($60-Reception to Year 6). It is available for the second and subsequent children at the following rates 2nd child – 25%, 3rd Child 50%, 4th and subsequent children - $100%
1b. School Card Scheme
Families qualifying for the scheme are entitled to ‘School Card’ which gives benefits towards the cost of the Resource Fee based on family income levels. A substantial reduction (40%) on Tuition Fees is also available for School Card holders. Parents wishing to apply for this scheme should contact the College for the reduction of fees application form at the beginning of each school year.
1c. Remissions: Families experiencing difficulties with fees should contact the Business Manager to book a confidential discussion as soon as possible.
2. Resource Fee
The Resource Fee covers the cost of books, stationery and resources required in the classroom. It also contributes to thecosts of the various resources required for the children.
3. Capital Fee
The Capital Fee contributes to the debt servicing of the College and to the development and capital maintenance of the buildings and grounds. This fee is charged on a family basis and is billed with the Tuition Fee Account.
4. Building Fund - Tax Deductible
A Building Fund exists where families can make voluntary contributions towards the development of the College. All contributions made to this fund are tax deductible, and are additional to the Capital Fee.
5. Other Fees and Charges
A $30 per child non refundable application fee is payable when submitting an enrolment application
A $100 per child non refundable enrolment guarantee fee is payable upon the acceptance of the offer of enrolment.
Excursions (Year 7 -12), Camps, Retreats and other non curriculum items such as padlocks, diary and id cards may require payment in addition to the school fees and will be billed accordingly throughout the year when a cost has been finalised.
Book lists are payable to the supplier on Book Day, in January of each year.
6. Payment Options
Payment of the annual fees by February 28 each year will attract a 5% discount.
Monthly, fortnightly and weekly instalments by Direct Debit or via Centrelink deductions are available for payments spread across the year. All fees are required to be paid in full before the commencement of the next school year.
Please refer to the Fee Policy for a full account of the College’s fee terms and conditions.
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