The State Government, through the Department of Education, provides financial support to eligible parents through the Secondary Assistance Scheme (SAS). The aim of this scheme is to assist low-income families with Secondary school costs. Eligible parents/guardians with students enrolled in Year 7 to 12 studying a full time Secondary course at a Western Australian non-government school will be able to apply for the SAS in 2024.
The SAS consists of two allowances:
- $115 Clothing Allowance paid directly to the parent/guardian; and
- $235 Education Program Allowance paid directly to the school.
Parents/guardians in receipt of the ABSTUDY School Fees Allowance from the Department of Human Services (Centrelink) are not eligible for the SAS but may apply for the ABSTUDY Supplement Allowance. The payment amount is $79 Education Program Allowance (payment made to the school).
If you’re a parent/guardian who is eligible and interested to apply for the SAS, complete an application form. Applications close on Thursday 28 March 2024.