Government funding covers much of the basic costs to students for books and materials, but these funds do not cover all of the costs of providing the level of educational opportunity that Norwood International High School community desires. The Governing Council, which represents parents and the wider school community, annually sets the school fee (referred to by the Department for Education (DfE) as the ‘prescribed sum’) after careful and detailed consideration. In setting the school fee, the Governing Council makes every effort to ensure that the most comprehensive and equitable educational opportunities may be offered to all of our students. 

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The Materials and Services Charge only covers such items as textbooks, duplicated course notes, supplementary study materials, library books, PE equipment, audio visual equipment and materials. The government only provides a basic allowance for materials and equipment used in Art, Music, Home Economics and Technical Studies, but additional costs may be incurred for special projects. 

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In 2023 the Norwood International High School fees are $910. As with 2022 the State government announced another $100 off of all government school fees in 2023. Therefore you will only need to pay $810. If you still have credits from 2022 they will come off the total you have to pay also. For all students and as a result of our polling process the Materials and Services fees also legally recoverable. In order for the school to recover the ‘prescribed sum’, it must conduct a poll and gain the support of a majority of the school community who respond. The Governing Council supports quality educational opportunities for your child. By supporting the Governing Council and its identified Materials and Services Charge, you are assisting significantly in your child’s education. 

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The Governing Council requires that the Materials and Services Charge be paid either as a single lump sum by 16 February 2023, or in three instalments. 

• 1st Instalment: 16 February 2023

• 2nd Instalment: 16 March 2023

• 3rd Instalment: 16 May 2023 

MasterCard, Visa Card, Cheque and EFTPOS facilities are available. Payment can be made at Student Services, by QKR app, by telephone, via our NIHS Website B Point or by mail to

Norwood International High School

PO Box 180,

Magill SA 5072.

 

Families may wish to make more regular instalments (fortnightly or monthly) to further ease the cost to the family budget. 

We endeavour to support all families in their payment of the Materials and Services Charge. We cannot do this however, if you do not contact us. We urge you to contact the school if you are experiencing difficulty in paying the school fee or if you have any questions about the Materials and Services Charge.

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Please click here for the Direct Debit Request Form.

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School Card Scheme 

An online application form is available here. By completing the ED003A application form online, the application form will be emailed directly to the government school(s) where the child(ren) attend. Forms will be available on our website or at the finance office. 

Please note that School Card does not cover any choice subjects. These subjects chosen are at the family’s expense and are legally recoverable. 

For further assistance in the new year you may also contact: 

School Card Section GPO Box 1152, Adelaide SA 5000 Free Call: 1800 672 758 

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The Finance Team is only too happy to be contacted via phone 8364 2299 (option 3) email: dl.0787.invoice@schools.sa.edu.au

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Additional Charges

Families who choose for their student to participate in optional additional activities (for example, excursions, camps, performances) will incur an additional cost. In accordance with the legislation that governs Materials and Services Charges, any additional costs will be invoiced to you. Please note that payment for these activities will be required before participation. 

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Norwood International High School Building Fund 

Norwood International High School Building Fund is for the benefit of the whole school community. Money contributed to the building fund is Tax Deductible. 

To attract government funding, school communities need to show that they have a level of commitment to school projects. 

Please consider donating to the building fund which is tax deductible. If you would like to know more please contact the school. 

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Debt Management Policy 

Norwood International High School Governing Council has a Debt Management Policy which enlists help from the Attorney General SA Office. For a copy of the debt management policy, please contact the Finance Team.

 

Textbook Issue 

The school textbooks will be given out early in the term. These books are expensive and we ask parents to encourage students to care for them. Any books returned in very poor condition, or lost, will be invoiced to recover the cost of replacement. 

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