Southern Highlands Christian School

Voluntary Contributions - SHCS Building Fund (Tax Deductible)

An amount of $50 per term is recommended as a contribution from each family.

Capital Levy: Prep – Year 12 (Non tax deductible)

New school families, $500 payable within first school term.

General Terms and Conditions

1. Credit Policy:

Parents/Guardians are advised to read the Credit Policy in conjunction with the Fee Schedule. Full terms and conditions are provided in the Credit Policy.

2. Fees and Charges:

Fees charged reflect the costs of education, including salaries, resources, facilities and consumables. Included is the provision of textbooks, local excursions, transport and on-campus sports. Excursions and sports events that are outside the local area, may attract additional charges. Overnight camps will attract a minimal charge to cover food and accommodation costs. Lost or damaged Chromebooks and/or library books will be charged for replacement or repair. The above figures are annual fees. The annual fees above will be charged in four (4) equal instalments at the beginning of each term. Year 12 will be invoiced in three (3) equal instalments. The School encourages parents to make regular affordable payments using our direct debit payment system over twelve months.

3. Payments and Discounts:

(a) Term fees are due and payable within 2 weeks from the date of invoice, unless a regular direct debit payment plan has been agreed with the Business Manager in advance. Annual fees paid in advance by 14 February 2021 will attract a discount of 3%. (b) Overdue accounts and dishonoured payments will attract late fees and administration fees reflecting the cost to the School. Please refer to the Credit Policy.

4. Notices:

The School requires at least one (1) school term's written notice for the withdrawal of a student from the School. If a school term's notice is not given, payment of the balance of a full term's school fees will be charged.