The WA Student Assistance Payment 2025 (WASAP) is back to help ease the financial pressure on Western Australian families. If you have children enrolled in school, from Kindergarten through to Year 12, you may be eligible to receive up to $250 per child to help cover education-related costs.
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Whether it’s textbooks, uniforms, technology, excursions, or even groceries, this cost-of-living relief initiative is designed to support students and their families as the price of everyday essentials continues to rise.
What is the Student Assistance Payment 2025?
The Student Assistance Payment 2025 is a financial support program from the Western Australian Government. It aims to help families with the rising costs associated with schooling, including:
- Stationery and school supplies
- Technology like laptops or tablets
- Uniforms and school shoes
- Music and sports equipment
- School excursions and camps
- Even general household needs like groceries
Claim period:
You can submit your claim from 28 April to 4 July 2025.
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How Much Can You Get?
Depending on your child’s school level, the student assistance payment 2025 provides:
- $150 for Kindergarten and Primary School students
- $250 for Secondary School students (Years 7–12)
This payment is per eligible child, so larger families could receive a significant boost.
Who is Eligible for the Student Assistance Payment 2025?
The WASAP 2025 is available to a broad range of students and families in Western Australia. To qualify, the student must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Enrolled from Kindergarten to Year 12 in a WA public or non-government school
- Home-schooled and registered with the Department of Education
- International full fee-paying students enrolled in a WA registered school
- Mature-age students working towards a WA Certificate of Education (WACE)
- Students in family-based care or foster care
- Enrolled in School of Isolated and Distance Education, Christmas Island District High School, or Cocos Island District High School
Important:
All students must have a WA Student Number (WASN). This 8-digit number is typically found on:
- Report cards
- NAPLAN results
- High school student SmartRider cards
If your child is new to Kindergarten or Pre-primary and you don’t have their WASN yet, contact your school’s administration.
How to Claim the Student Assistance Payment 2025
Fastest Method: Use the ServiceWA App
The quickest and most secure way to claim is via the ServiceWA app using your Digital ID (set up through myID at Standard identity strength).
Steps:
- Download the ServiceWA app from the App Store or Google Play
- Set up your Digital ID via myID (help is available via video tutorials online)
- Log in and access the Student Assistance Payment section starting 28 April
- Enter the required student details and bank info
- Submit your claim securely and wait for payment to be deposited
Other Claim Methods (for those not using the app):
- Via the Department of Education’s website
- Paper forms will be available for families without digital access
- These alternate methods require a 100-point ID check
What You Should Prepare Before 28 April
To avoid delays once claims open, make sure you have the following ready:
- Your child’s WASN (WA Student Number)
- Your child’s full name, date of birth, school name, and year level
- Bank account details for payment deposit
- Digital ID set up and verified through myID if using the ServiceWA app
- Proof of ID if claiming via paper or the Department’s website
Key Dates to Remember
- Claim opens: 28 April 2025
- Claim closes: 4 July 2025
- Payment method: Direct deposit to your nominated bank account
Where to Get More Information
Visit the Department of Education WA official website here:
education.wa.edu.au/wasap
For technical support with the ServiceWA app or Digital ID setup, visit:
ServiceWA Support
Conclusion: Don’t Miss Out on the WA Student Assistance Payment 2025
With education and living costs rising, the student assistance payment 2025 offers vital relief for families with school-aged children in Western Australia. It’s simple to claim—especially via the ServiceWA app—and could mean hundreds of dollars in your pocket to help with school essentials.
Make sure to prepare your documents now and submit your claim as early as possible after 28 April 2025. Every dollar counts—don’t miss this opportunity.