There are some costs associated with going to school that you may find it helpful to plan and budget for.
These include:
*school books and equipment
*co-curricular activities.
Voluntary school contributions
Like all NSW public schools, we can request contributions to enhance our educational and sporting programs including. School contributions help provide additional educational resources for the benefit of students. Payment is totally voluntary at BWSODE
For fees please visit BWSODE Voluntary Contibution Fees
For more information, visit the Voluntary School Contribution policy.
Financial assistance
If you are unable to pay school contributions because of financial hardship, you may be eligible for assistance from the school.
Our principal will ensure no student or family suffers any discrimination or embarrassment over the inability to pay school contributions.
Education tax refund
Education tax refund - If you are eligible for the education tax refund you could claim up to 50% back on your child's education expenses.
Assistance for isolated children scheme
Visit Assistance for isolated children scheme