The total school fees are comprised of tuition fees which are set by Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns, and the levies set by the school.
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees are an annual fee that is generally charged quarterly and supplements funding for ongoing school operating expenses, including wages and utilities. Tuition Fees ensure the operational costs of the school are met and contribute to most educational costs. Tuition Fees are set for all Catholic schools and colleges Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns. Discounts are provided to families when there are two or more students enrolled in Catholic diocesan schools. Other discounts apply to those experiencing financial hardship.
A full breakdown of our current school fees and levies for existing families can be found on the MyCE app, with copies available on request from the school office.
For further information on Catholic School Fees and Discounts click here.
Levies
School fees also comprise levies, which vary from school to school, and may include items such as a Building Levy, Subject Levies and General Purpose Levy. Levies allow for the best educational opportunities for students.
Capital Levy (per family)
The Capital Levy contributes to upgrading buildings, building and capital loans, maintenance, improvements and structures. It is an annual levy that is charged per family to contribute to the capital costs of school infrastructure.
Resource Levy (per student)
Resource Levies cover general classroom costs, other curriculum areas in the school (eg sport, language, arts, diverse learning, counselling, camps, excursions etc), curriculum related materials, stationery, devices for student use and running costs.
Activity Levy (per student)
Tailored to each year level, the Activity Levy encompasses activities integral to the education of students. The levy includes items such as participation in the incursions, excursions, camp, cultural performances, visiting artists, and transportation arrangements.
MoGC Connect Levy (per family)
An annual levy is collected per family on behalf of our parent engagement group, MoGC Connect. The levy assists MoGC Connect contribute towards capital projects and maintenance works of the school. It helps to fund school projects and the purchase of resources, as determined by the MogC Connect parent body, in consultation with the school Principal. This levy is invested back into the school infrastructure under the guidance of the MoGC Connect secretary and treasurer.
Tuition Fee Discounts
In addition to tuition fee discounts for siblings, tuition fee discounts are available to holders of means tested Health Care and Pensioner Concession Cards, and to families experiencing genuine financial difficulties. Families experiencing financial hardship are encouraged to contact with the school’s Finance Officer to arrange an interview that will be handled with confidentiality and sensitivity.
Families who have Health Care Concession (HCC) cards must submit a new form at the beginning of every year.
Payment Options
Accounts are issued quarterly and are due within 14 days of the date of issue. Payment can be made by monthly or fortnightly instalments, including credit card and direct debit options. Please contact our Finance Officer, to arrange a payment plan.
Related Documents
2024 MOGC School Fees Levies Schedule
2024-Catholic-School-Fee-Discounts
