School Donations
Background
The Ministry of Education provides Te Kura Whakatipu o Kawarau with core operational funding based on the number of children enrolled and the newly developed equity index (which replaces the former decile rating). Our equity index for 2024 is 407, which means that we are not eligible for additional equity-based funding per child from the Ministry.
Therefore, in order to provide extra learning opportunities and resources for our learners beyond what the Ministry provides, donations from our parent community are essential.
In recent years, your donations enabled:
EOTC (education outside the classroom), such as field trips and swim week
Visiting performers
Life Education Bus
Yearbooks/School Magazine
Requested amounts for these donations are set annually by the Board of Trustees and are voluntary and tax deductible.
Our school values of unity, belonging, and nurturing underpin our tiered approach to school donations.
Requested Amounts for 2024
Parents and caregivers can choose to donate the minimum amount requested, or if able, donate a higher amount on behalf of those families that are unable to make a donation.
| Minimum requested | If able, please consider | |
|---|---|---|
| Family of 1 child | $200 | $300 - $500 |
| Family of 2 children | $400 | $600 - $1000 |
| Family of 3+ children | $500 | $750 - $1250 |