Dear Parents and Carers

Information for parents regarding payment of fees

St Mary’s and Catholic Education is committed to providing support to families who have been financially impacted as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in Term 3.  The position of Catholic education is that no child will be denied a Catholic education because of financial circumstances.

Where your family is experiencing financial stress due to job loss, being stood down, reduction in work hours, business downturn or closure resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, full or partial fee relief is available for Term 3.

To apply for fee relief, you are asked to indicate the level of assistance you feel you need at this time by completing a one page fee assistance form found here - COVID-19 Fee Assistance Request Form - and return it to myself or the school office.  I will contact you to discuss your application and direct you on your level of fee support and documents required.

Families whose employment situation has not been affected by COVID-19 can support the school by continuing to pay school fees as they fall due.  This will support our school to continue providing quality learning in a connected community that nurtures and cares for each other.

Your family is an important part of our school community.  Your financial circumstances will not compromise the place of your children at our school.  If you are experiencing any difficulties, I will confidentially ensure your child is not disadvantaged.

Kind regards

Phil Nielsen