STUDENT TRAVEL REBATES
The Non State Schools Transport Assistance Scheme (NSSTAS) provides financial assistance for families transporting students to non-state schools in Queensland. The NSSTAS is a joint initiative of the Queensland Catholic Education Commission and Independent Schools Queensland.
Bus Fare Assistance
Eligibility criteria:
- Family spends more than $20/week* on fares to and from school (* $15/week if you hold a concession card)
- Student attends a non-state school that is outside the Brisbane City Council boundary
- Student lives more than 4.8km from their school (except if you are a concession card holder)?
- Is a Queensland resident
- Student travels on a publicly available bus
If you are eligible:
- Keep your public transport receipts
- Visit https://schooltransport.com.au and apply in May (for travel in January to June) and October (for travel in July to December)
Students with a Disability
To qualify for Students With Disability (SWD) transport assistance under NSSTAS, the student must have a disability that necessitates transport assistance to and/or from school by motor vehicle and/or public transport. Visit the Non State Schools Transport Assistance Scheme website to view full details of eligibility criteria https://schooltransport.com.au/check-your-eligibility/swd/