How our fair school system is funded

29th April, 2025

Do you know how Australia’s school system is funded?

Research shows that less than half of Australians understand the school funding system. 

 

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A campaign, by Catholic Schools NSW, has launched to help Keep School Funding Fair.

The Keep School Funding Fair campaign aims to explain the Australian school funding system to all Australians.

Both state and commonwealth governments contribute funds to support school choice and to ensure that every Australian child gets a high-quality education.

In Australia, school choice ensures that parents can choose a school that best suits the needs of their child and their values as a family.

We believe the current means-tested school funding system is the fairest way to provide opportunities for all children and choice for all families. That’s why we are seeking the support of the

Australian community to keep school funding fair.

 

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