We supply, or pay for, school uniforms, winter wear, hats and shoes and socks.
We supply backpacks as well as stationery, calculators and other school items for each primary school year and a generic high school pack.
We supply laptops and iPads where a school requires students to bring their own devices. We will also pay resource fees to give children access to special educational programs as well as sports fees and camp fees.
As soon as a family arrives at a shelter or other service provider, a case officer assesses what support the children need to get back to school and then lodges a request with Zephyr Education.
We know how important it is for these children to get back to school so we respond as soon as possible. DFV case workers appreciate this approach, as illustrated in this extract from the minutes of one shelter’s AGM:
We have formed a wonderful relationship with Zephyr Education who we cannot thank enough for all the support they have given our families and the speedy response in which they attend to all requests. They have provided school uniforms, text books, bags, lunch boxes and so much more all within a heartbeat. We can’t thank you enough for the help that you have provided to the women and children that we work with.