Fees & Payments
North West
School Fees
North West Christian School provides quality private Christian education to Penguin and the surrounding communities. Our College fees allow us to provide the best educational opportunities available to our students.
Discounts apply for early payment and siblings attending the same school.
Fee Information
Education at NWCS does require investment and we are very appreciative of all who consider joining us for their educational journey.
What do the total fees include?
At North West Christian School our fees include tuition, compulsory excursions and camps, textbook hire, senior
school electives and technology devices. This keeps it simple so you know what you are paying for up front without any
surprises along the way.
Your tuition fees cover the following:
- Tuition
- Excursions
- Laptops/Technology
- Yearbook
- Off-Campus Activities
- Books (Primary only)
What are my additional costs?
The total fee does not include uniform costs, bus services ($300 per year), books (High School only), or school photos.
Are there Fee Remissions or Student Assistance?
To be eligible for fee assistance your combined gross family income needs to be below $51,800. If eligible for fee assistance, an amount of up to 25% off the tuition fee, less any applicable family discount will be applied. Please contact the office for
the relevant paper work to apply for the student assistance.
What are your billing and payment methods?
The tuition fee is billed once per school term. Weekly, fortnightly or monthly payments can be arranged by Direct Debit or Centrepay so as to clear the account by the end of November each year.
Is there a prompt payment discount?
Annual Prompt Payment Discount:
A Prompt payment discount of 7.5% is available if the annual tuition free is paid in full by 28 February.
Term Prompt Payment Discount:
A Prompt payment discount of 5% is available if the Terms tuition fee is paid in full by the FIRST TWO WEEKS of the Term commencement.
Is there a family discount?
1st Student - Full Fee
2nd Student - 50%
3rd Student - 60%
4th Student + FREE
What happens if my fees are overdue?
OVERDUE FEE PROTOCOL:
- If you are having difficulties with paying your fees, please contact us to negotiate a new payment plan.
- If the Principal has not been contacted, then a letter will be sent out reminding you about the need to contact us to discuss payment options.
- Further letters and phone calls will be sent as reminders, before any account may be delivered to the Debt Collectors.
- It is important to help us with our budget to know when fees will be coming in and it is important for you not to get behind with your fees because it can become very difficult to catch up. Remember: contact us first if you are having difficulties with paying your fees.
Fees - Per Student (single child rate)
Fees can be paid per year or per term. The totals listed below include the Building Levy and Consumables Levy.
| Year Level | Yearly Fees | Per Term | International Yearly Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | $1,750 | $437.50 | $5000 |
| Prep-2 | $2,650 | $662.50 | $17,700 |
| Year 3-6 | $3,150 | $787.50 | $17,950 |
| Year 7-10 | $3,900 | $975.00 | $19,850 |
| Year 11-12 | $4,100 | $1,025 | $20,500 |