KidSport Fact Sheet for Schools

Frequently asked questions

Why does KidSport need referral agents?

• KidSport is targeted at those children who are not members of a sport or recreation club due to financial circumstances or other indentified reasons. Referral agents assist with the identification of children to benefit from KidSport and the payment of club fees. Referral agents can also assist with the completeion of application forms and their lodgement with local governments on behalf of parents.

How do we get recognised by the local government?

• Referral agents can contact the local government in their area. You will be contacted when an application is sent to the local government.

Can we receive funding for KidSport vouchers?

• Funding to support KidSport is provided to local governments only. All applications must be processed by the local government.

What if I want to refer an individual but the program is not running in our local government area?

• Contact your local government to find out if it will be involved in KidSport in the future, and if so when. For further information you can either contact the local government directly, or email kidsport@dsr.wa.gov.au

What if a child requires a uniform or some equipment to take part?

• KidSport funding is up to $200 per applicant per calendar year. The club can include the cost of uniforms and equipment in the club fees. This needs to be 'approved' by the local government prior to invoicing.

How do we check if the child is eligible to access KidSport funding?

• Applicants must be aged 5-18 years. Applicants must have either a Health Care Card or Pension Concession Card. Although, if an applicant does not have either card the voucher can be completed and validated by a recognised referral agent (eg school teachers, doctors, police, social workers, local area coordinators) and sent to the local government.

What if the child turns 19 during the season?

• If the eligible child is 18 at the time of registration they can apply for KidSport funding for that whole season.