Student Resource Scheme
The Student Resource Scheme (SRS) is a user-charging scheme operated by schools to provide parents access to individual student resources not funded by the government. Each school develops their own SRS based on specific resources needed by their students and the programs they offer. The SRS fees and inclusions are endorsed annually by our Parents and Citizens' (P&C) association.
Form
Cost
Student Resource Scheme charge is $275 per student.
(Plus the Government Textbook Allowance which is paid directly to the school)
What the Scheme provides
The Government, through Education Queensland, provides grants that are used by the school to provide educational services, such as instruction, administration and school facilities. Money from the Student Resource Scheme is used to provide a wider range of resources for student use. The scheme provides resources for a set fee for all subjects studied by the student and is not available in part, ie. for individual subjects. Some subject areas may not access a paper or electronic textbook; however, these subjects will have greater reliance on printed booklets, audio-visual, computer software, class sets of various books and a variety of expendable materials such as timber, steel, associated hardware and foodstuffs.
| Consumable student owned resources used during the school year: |
- Stationery / student diary
- Art and craft materials
| - Manual arts materials
- Cooking ingredients
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Non-consumable student owned resources which may be used over multiple years
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- Scientific calculator
- Headphones
- Portable data storage device (USB stick)
| - Annual subscriptions for student software applications and online programs used to enhance curriculum or in place of textbooks or other learning resources (e.g. Atomi)
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Resources with higher/lasting value the school hires to students:
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What the Scheme does not provide
The scheme does not provide the basic “consumables" required by students. Please refer to the stationery list for items required for each year level. Please note that the general stationery is required on the first day of school.
What if I do not pay the Scheme fee?
Should you choose not to participate in the Student Resource Scheme, you are required to complete the Student Resource Participation Agreement form, tick NO and return this form to the school office. An invoice will still be issued for subjects-specific fees as well as charges for required items supplied by the school, e.g. student diary, printing credit and school produced textbook replacements.
You will also be required to source and purchase other resources listed on the 2026 Year Level Requirement list. This list is available on request at the school office. You can then receive your Government Allowance portion as a direct credit either against your invoice or as refund. No books or resources provided under the scheme will be issued to students whose parents/caregivers choose not to participate.
How do I participate in the Scheme?
Should you choose to participate in the Student Resource Scheme, you are required to complete the Student Resource Scheme Participation Agreement Form for each of your children by ticking YES and return the form together with payment to the school office. Your child will be issued with the resources once payment has been received.
Additional charges
The following charges are applicable to the relevant subject area and remain payable regardless of whether you are participating in the Student Resource Scheme or not as this fee (to be confirmed) is the cost of providing this subject. Students enrolled in these subjects will be required to pay these fees at the start of the school year.
Subject
| 2026
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| Instrumental Music (inc Vocal) | 110
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Instrument Hire (per instrument)
| 100
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Guitar (per year)
| 200
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Vocal only
| 30
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Aquaculture
| 100
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Aquatic Practices
| 130
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Building & Construction
| 150
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Aviation
| 100
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Engineering
| 150 |
Hospitality
| 150 |
Year 9 Food Design
| 30
|
Year 9 Textiles
| 15
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Year 10 Food Design
| 30
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Cert Health
| 800
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Payment options The following payment methods are available to parents/guardians.
QParents
If you currently have access to QParents you can view and pay invoices through the app. If you do not currently have an account, you can easily create your account through the app or via the QParents website. QParents is a way for you to also view attendance records and provide absentee notifications, see academic reports, timetables, assessment planners and upcoming events. This is also an easy way to provide consent for excursions, camps etc. For further information on the benefits of this app, please talk to the front office.
BPOINT internet or telephone (IVR)
BPOINT is an online payment system, which provides an easy method of payment for parents/caregivers via a web link. A hyperlink is printed on your school invoices that directs you to the DoE BPOINT payment page to enter the required information to complete the transaction.
Centrepay / Basics Card
Is a free and voluntary service offered by the Commonwealth Government to Centrelink payment recipients. Eligible parents can use Centrepay to pay bills and expenses, like education fees, as regular deductions from their Centrelink payments. Please contact the school office to obtain details.
Paying in person
The school does not accept cash payments, BPOINT is the preferred payment method, however if you want to pay in person Credit Card or EFTPOS will be the only options. Office hours 8.00am – 4.00pm (3.30pm closing time on Thursdays only).
Payment instalment plan
The school does provide an option for families to pay the fee by 3 instalments as listed on page
Please contact Pimlico State High School Office on 4759 3444 to discuss payment options if you are experiencing financial difficulties.