School and Year Start-up Payment
If you are receiving the Unsupported Child’s Benefit (UCB) or the Orphans Benefit (OB) you are eligible to receive a School and Year Start-up Payment from Work and Income Te Hiranga Tangata. The School and Year Start-up Payment is to help you with school-related costs at the beginning of the year such as clothing, stationery and school fees.
The amount you receive is based on the age of the children in your care.
| Age of child | Payment |
| 0 – 4 years | $400 |
| 5 – 9 years | $450 |
| 10 – 13 years | $500 |
| 14 + years | $550 |
Applications are open from 13 January to 28 February 2025.
For more information and to apply online, click the button below: