As kids head back to school, the Queensland Government is delivering back to school relief for families.
We want every child to have the best possible start, which is why we’re backing parents and carers with a range of initiatives and programs designed to make the transition back to school easier.
$100 Back to School Boost
With the new Back to School Boost, families will receive a $100 credit for each primary school student attending Prep to Year 6, to help cover the cost of school essentials.
$200 Play On! Sports Vouchers
The Queensland Government is helping kids get active and play their favourite sport with $200 Play On! Sports Vouchers.
Find a sports club near you
Search for a local sports club or activity provider that accepts Play On! Sports Vouchers.
Starting a new school
Whether a child is starting Prep, advancing to high school or moving to a new school, there are many things that families can do to help make a child or teen's transition successful.
Bullying prevention and response
These days bullying is more complicated than ever. That’s why the Queensland Government is giving Queenslanders the tools to tackling bullying – because no child should ever feel alone.
Supporting student health and wellbeing
The Queensland Government offers a number of services within Queensland state schools, including vision screen, oral health services and immunisation program.
Supporting school travel
The Queensland Government offers support for eligible students travelling to and from school through the School Transport Assistance Scheme (STAS) and public transport options.
Permanent 50 cent fares
For students who catch Translink public transport services to school, the Queensland Government’s permanent fare initiative means they can travel for just 50 cents.
Road safety near schools
Find out about school road safety including school zones, speed limits, parking and pick up.
Free Kindy
Kindy is a part-time educational program of 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year and is free - a valuable preparation in the year before school.
2026 School Calendar
Plan the year ahead around school holidays, public holidays and student free days.
School closures during disasters
Get the latest information on Schools that have been deemed unsafe for students to attend due to unforeseen events - including state schools, independent and Catholic schools.
Delivering new schools across Queensland
We are delivering 15 new schools in Queensland’s fastest-growing communities with six new special schools helping meet increased enrolment demand.