St Mary’s College is a
Non-Government School that is funded from two main sources: State and Federal
Funding and tuition fees paid by parents /guardians. Financial support, other than Government
Funding is essential for the continued operation of our education
facilities. The charging of fees and
levies is an integral part of providing enhanced learning environments and
resources for our students.
Tuition Fees are invoiced per student and are invoiced once per term on
your Term Account, with a statement issued at the conclusion of the academic
year.
The College invoices subject levies
for two of the Colleges academic
departments - the departments of Applied Design and Technology (Woodwork, Metalwork, Graphics, Design,
Strand A and Strand E) and the Creative Arts Department (Music and Senior Art).
Subject levies are applicable to these departments due to the direct costs
associated in the provision of materials/services in these academic areas. No other subjects have levies imposed.
Term Accounts will also include details of subject related
expenditure attributed to the education of the students. Students and Parents/Guardians, will be
advised of the costs associated with such activities prior to the occurrence of
the activity. This billing system allows
families to pay their tuition fees together with their subsidiary
subject related expenditure all at the same time. Examples of such expenditure
include; academic competitions, smaller excursions, drama performances etc.
Larger camps and excursions
are paid before the event and parents will be given advance notice of these
costs for payment. Transportation costs within the local area are included in
the tuition fee. ID cards and student diaries are supplied to students free of
charge, however if replacement of either is required then a fee will be
charged.