School Donations
School Donations: Parents and caregivers invest in their daughter’s future by way of a donation to the College. The money received from donations enables us to provide equipment and resources which are not covered by state funding, but which we believe are vital to providing the level of education expected of us. In 2013 the donation is $275 per student.
Technology Donation: All families are asked to contribute towards the ongoing cost of providing state of the art technology facilities for students. In 2013 the donation is $185 per student.
Development Fund donation: The Development fund, managed by the Board of Trustees, invites contributions towards its projects which include captial projects that are not provided for by the Ministry of Education. In 2011 the Foundation contributed $1.2m towards the new Pipitea building (which was the predecessor of the Development Fund). The Development Fund is aiming to contribute funds towards the creation of an artificial turf, and the 'commons project' which will provide a new canteen and commons area near the field. It is also likely fundraising will take place to help the school re-develop the Performing Arts area of the campus. In 2013 the donation is $170 per family.
Donations to the College are tax deductable.
Please note school donations will be reassessed each year and changes may occur.
Activity fees and Other School Costs
Activity Fees: Some subjects have related fees. The amount charged and purpose will be advised alongside stationery requirements for each subject. Subject fees are also advised in the junior and senior option booklets issued to all students.
Sports Fees: Registration costs range from $30 to $200 depending on the sports code. Some sports incur larger additional fees for tournaments, travel, coaching and equipment. Full details of costs are supplied in the Sports Booklet.
NZQA fees: These are set by NZQA. For 2011 domestic students will pay $76.70 per candidate. The cost for NZQA will be added to student’s accounts by the beginning of term 2.
Invoicing
Invoices/Statements are sent out via email two times a term. Receipts for payments made appear at the bottom of the Invoice/Statement. Your account can be viewed anytime via the Parent Portal.
For any enquires regarding your account contact Maree Stenhouse(04) 472 5743 ext 734
email maree.stenhouse@wgc.school.nz
Methods of Payment
Internet Banking - Payment can be made to the Wellington Girls’ College bank account 03 0518 0027013-02 or 002. Please include your daughter’s name as a reference.
Eftpos - Is available in the Student Office
Drop Box - Payment by cheque or cash can be made by completing an envelope with the student’s name, class and purpose of payment and placing this in the drop box, located at the North West end of the Atrium (Pipitea, ground floor) underneath the TV screen in the wall.
Automatic Payment - To assist parents in paying the school donations an automatic payment facility is available. Contact the Financial Assistant, Maree Stenhouse, for details.
Post Cheque. Along with details of the student’s name and the activity being paid for to
Freepost 3721
Wellington Girls’ College
P O Box 12-471
Wellington 6011
Credit Card - Payment can be made at the Student Office or by contacting the Financial Assistant Maree Stenhouse with your details. Note that overseas trips and international students’ costs cannot be paid via credit card without incurring a 2% transaction charge.