Purpose
To assist schools to undertake appropriate operation and management of swimming pools.
Duration of program
Ongoing
Eligibility
State schools with swimming pools
Allocation of funds
Chemicals
Base x School Grant Index
Annual base rates are as follows:
Less than 201 sq m $2,200
201–305 sq m $2,500
Greater than 305 sq m $2,900
Cleaning
Base + Cleaning rate x Pool area (sq m)
Semester rates are as follows:
Base $500
Per sq m of pool size $3.40
Formula exceptions
There are a small number of exceptions to the formula to account for arrangements at individual schools. For example, some schools have an agreement with the local council for the council to undertake pool care.
- Carole Park State School (1044)
- Waraburra State School (1971)
- Sarina State High School (2101)
- Mt Gravatt East State School (0660)
- Howard State School (0345)
- Mount Ommaney Special School (3088)
Payment details
| Semester 1 | February | 100% of Semester 1 allocation |
| Semester 2 | July | 100% of Semester 2 allocation |
Data requirements
| Pool area (top surface area) | Centre Information System (CIS) | On opening/closure of pool |
| Pool ownership | Centre Information System (CIS) flag | On opening/closure of pool |
| School grant index | Centre Information System (CIS) | February/July |
How to apply
Schools do not need to apply for this funding. Entitlements will be calculated and paid automatically each year by Finance Branch.
Contact
Infrastructure Services
Telephone: (07) 3034 4535