It is each parent's responsibility to provide the necessary materials and resources for their child's education. Each year parents are asked to provide resources for their children in two ways -
The Book List,
and
PSSS 2025 SRS Parent Information.pdf
#1 2025 Booklists
These lists contain the required materials selected by the school staff for the 2025 school year: Coming soon
Parents can purchase the items for our 2024 Book Lists from any supplier they wish - we do not have one allocated supplier, however the outlet above has all of the items our teachers require with an easy online order service. Thank you for supporting local business!
You will be able to bring students' items to school on the Student Free Day on Friday 24 January 2025 when you bring the children to meet their new teachers.
#2 2025 Student Resource Scheme (SRS)
Participating in the Student Resources Scheme (SRS) offers a convenient way for families to source the items that their child needs for school, and ensures that all students have access to the same standard of resources.
Participating families are invoiced a core fee (SRS Core) which will cover resources that are used by all students in that year level.
- The 2025 core Student Resource Scheme is reduced to $100.00 per child.
For 2025, the department have made changes to what items can be included in SRS to help reduce the cost of living for families. For Peregian Springs State School, in 2025 whole school performances/events (Writers’ Festival, NAIDOC Week and Queensland Opera performance) will not be included in the SRS and families will be invoiced for these events separately throughout the year.
Additional invoices will then be generated for nominated families:
- SRS iPad Hire Trial - $100.00
- SRS Instrumental Music - $80.00 or $140.00 (with instrument hire)
Full details of the scheme including Terms and Conditions can be found here:PSSS 2025 SRS Parent Information.pdf
Items specifically excluded from the scheme:
- Year Level Book List - see above.
- Swimming /Surf Skills program – lessons provided by qualified instructors.
- School activities such as school excursions and camps.
- State, Regional, District Sporting Trials
- Whole school performances and events.
For all queries regarding the SRS and its inclusions, please contact and arrange an appointment with our Business Manager by calling 53512222.
NB: If you do not wish to participate in the Student Resource Scheme you will be required to provide items from the Year level lists for your child/children throughout the school year as directed by the classroom teacher.
Payment:
- Invoices for the 2025 SRS will be emailed at the start of 2025 to your nominated 'Account Debtor' (one parent) – Keep an eye on your inbox and junk mail. This will also appear on the QParents account of the nominated 'Account Debtor'
- You may opt to pay using a SRS Fee Payment Arrangement Form.pdf.
Parents experiencing financial hardship who are currently participating or wish to participate in the SRS should contact the school Business Manager to discuss available options in confidence 5351 2222
You can check whether you have already made payment by checking the QParents account of the Nominated Debtor, or emailing the office at admin@peregianspringsss.eq.edu.au
- Alternatively payment can be made by bank transfer:
- Peregian Springs State School General Account
- BSB - 064212
- Account # - 10004670
- Please state: (Child's) LAST NAME, Given name, SRS payment etc as the the reference
- Please email bsm@peregianspringsss.eq.qedu.au a copy of the payment transfer once payment has been made
Additional information:
If you have already signed an SRS Participation Agreement Form on enrolment you are automatically joined in the scheme and there is no need to complete another form. If you have not previously completed an agreement form, please print, sign and return the form indicating Yes or No.
The scheme is supported by the Parents and Citizens Association (P&C) and managed by the school and operates within the policy and guidelines of the Department of Education (DoE) and in accordance with section 51 of the Education (General Provisions) Act 2006. DoE encourages schools to operate a scheme as a service to parents.
I look forward to your support to ensure every student starts day one in 2025 prepared and resourced for the academic challenges of the new year.
Regards
Victoria Anstey
PRINCIPAL
Frequently asked questions
Does the Student Resource Scheme include my child's stationery requirements?
Parents are required to provide resources in two ways:
1) The Book List and
2) The Student Resource Scheme.
All students will supply their own personal stationery items as outlined in the year level Book List.
Isn't education free?
All schools operate within the policy and guidelines of the Department of Education and in accordance with section 51 of the Education (General Provisions) Act 2006. DoE encourages schools to operate a scheme as a service to parents. Whilst schools receive funding from the government to operate the school, student resource expenses extend beyond the budget. Parents therefore are asked to support their child's learning by either providing the resource item itself or participating in the scheme.
Why pay 2025 Book list and Student Resource Scheme Fees early in 2025?
We ask for all parent/carers to pay fees at the start of the 2025 school year, so that student learning materials and books may be purchased early and discounts secured, through early payment and bulk ordering. Participants will then have the opportunity of accessing their resources when they commence school.
Do I have to participate in the Student Resource Scheme?
Participation in the scheme is voluntary. If parents choose not to participate in the Scheme they will be required to provide the resources listed in the scheme for their child when required throughout the year. A list for your child's year level is available for the office.
What happens if I am experiencing financial difficulty?
Anyone experiencing financial difficulty at this time and wishing to pay the Student Resource Scheme over an extended time period should phone the school and speak with our Business Manager on 5351 2222. It is our intention to encourage all families to join the Scheme and enjoy its benefits.
Please contact the school to make an appointment with the Principal or Business Manager should you have any questions regarding the Scheme.
What is excluded from the SRS?
There are guidelines for schools on what is not allowed to be included, for example: excursions, competitions,
first aid supplies, safety equipment, internet costs or any resource needed for assessment. In addition, all resources included in a SRS must be able to be purchased by a parent choosing not to participate in the scheme.
How much do I need to pay to participate in the SRS?
Each school, in consultation with their P&C Association, determines the resources that will be included in the SRS, and the fees that will be charged for those resources. The fees are based upon the value of the items in the scheme, this includes items that are:
- owned (generally equal to the cost for the school to purchase)
- used in class (as an average cost of resourcing the class) and
- hired to the students (based upon the expected life of the item).
Where can I gain more information?
For the Student Resource Scheme (SRS) Procedure visit: https://ppr.qed.qld.gov.au/pp/student-resource-scheme-srs-procedure