Support programs

Supporting students to participate fully in school life

State Schools Relief provides practical support to Victorian government school students experiencing financial hardship. We work directly with schools to ensure students receive essential items quickly, discreetly and fairly.

Our support helps remove barriers to participation – so students can attend school with confidence, dignity and a sense of belonging.

Support for school essentials

We deliver Victorian Government funded programs to schools including:

Affordable School Uniforms - school uniforms, shoes, calculators (limited supply) and other important school supplies
Glasses for Kids - eyesight testing and glasses

Plus additional support programs including:

Laptops for eligible secondary students (limited supply)
iPads for non-verbal students in specialist schools (limited supply)
OneSight vision care program - eyesight testing and glasses vouchers

All items are brand new and supplied directly to schools. Answers to common questions about our support programs can be found here - if you cannot find the information you’re looking for, please contact us directly.

Affordable School Uniforms Program

Laptop Program

iPads Program

Glasses for Kids

OneSight Vision Vouchers Program

How support works

Our process is simple and school-led.

Step 1

Need identified

A welfare need is identified by a parent, carer or school when a student is experiencing disadvantage.

Step 2

School submits application

The school submits an application on behalf of the student via our online application portal or voucher application form.

Step 3

Application assessed

Applications are assessed promptly and confidentially. All applications are treated with sensitivity and confidentiality.

Step 4

Items despatched

Approved items are usually despatched to the school within 3 business days. A confirmation email is sent to the school.

Support may be provided either by direct supply of items or via a voucher for use at a school uniform shop or approved supplier. For more information on SSR vouchers, please see Voucher FAQs.
Items are subject to availability and may be offered on a seasonal basis.
The above process excludes the Glasses For Kids program and OneSight Vision Vouchers.

Eligibility

Support is available to any student attending a Victorian government school - primary, secondary or specialist - on the advice of the school^*.

Situations may include, but are not limited to:

Crisis/Emergency/Illness
Family violence
Financial hardship
Homelessness
Housefire
Natural disasters
Out of Home Care

No health care card or additional documentation is required. Schools determine eligibility based on their knowledge of the student’s circumstances.

*Excluding Glasses for Kids.

Students and families

If you are a parent or carer seeking support, please contact your child’s school directly.

The school principal, assistant principal, or wellbeing coordinator can discuss your situation confidentially and manage the online application to State Schools Relief on your behalf.

All applications for support must be submitted by the school on behalf of the student. State Schools Relief does not provide cash assistance.

If your family needs extra support, you’re not alone. There are many organisations across Victoria that can help with things like food, financial assistance, housing, and wellbeing. At https://askizzy.org.au/ you will find a list of trusted services to help you find the support that’s right for you.