The purpose of this funding allocation is for facilities improvements directly related to the implementation of the Preparatory Year at schools where an existing preschool suitable for a minor refurbishment to accommodate the Preparatory Year has been identified.
Schools are responsible for using the funds on facilities improvements directly related to the Preparatory Year implementation. A schedule of indicative improvements has been provided to the Facilities Account Managers, who will assist principals to develop a scope of facilities works appropriate for their school.
Funds were transferred to school accounts on 27 May 2005 with an expenditure plan required to be submitted to the Prep Capital Program Team by 9 December 2005 on facsimile: 07 3237 0839.
All funds will need to be spent prior to 1 November 2006.
An electronic acquittal form was distributed at the time of the transfer of funds and will be required to be completed and faxed by 31 March 2007 to the Prep Year Capital Program Team on facsimile: 07 3237 0839.
Please contact your Facilities Account Manager to develop a scope of facilities works appropriate for your school.
Based on an assessment of existing preschool facilities, the Preparatory Year cohort at a school in this category is to be accommodated in a preschool classroom after minor refurbishment works are completed. Accordingly, this type of school will be eligible for a 'one-off' facilities improvement funding allocation.
The funds have been provided as a part of the May 2005 GAPS Payments schedule.
| Payment | During Month of | Proportion of Allocation Paid | Enrolments |
|---|---|---|---|
| One off payment | May 2005 | 100% of actual allocation | February |
The amount of this facilities improvement funding allocation is calculated on existing preschools suitable for a minor refurbishment to accommodate the Preparatory Year. These schools will be eligible for a 'one-off' facilities improvement funding allocation of $20 000 (GST exclusive) per existing preschool classroom.
| Data Item | Data Source | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| Expenditure Plan | Plan available from your Facilities Account Manager | 9 December 2005 |
| Acquittal Form | Emailed to Principals at time of funds transfer | 31 March 2007 |
Should you require any further information, please contact your Facilities Account Manager.
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