Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the schools sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.
What these grants can fund
- Business expansion and capital investment
- Equipment and infrastructure upgrades
- Workforce training and skills development
- Technology adoption and innovation
- Export and market development
Common eligibility requirements
- Registered Australian business with a valid ABN
- Must be operating in the relevant sector
- Matching co-contribution may be required
- Some programs have employee or turnover thresholds
Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.
Open programs
Showing 4 of 4Subsidies of $150 per student are available for Queensland primary and secondary schools and registered home educators to participate in immersive educational experiences at the Great Barrier Reef or Outback Queensland. The programs are aligned to the Australian school curriculum and support learning-linked excursions focused on biodiversity, history, and heritage.
Annual grants program that funds a range of road safety activities including programs, rehabilitation services, education campaigns, research, audits, and feasibility studies. Projects must have strong links to current road safety priorities and deliver direct benefits to the ACT community.
A creative-in-residence program that supports schools to undertake creative learning projects in partnership with creative professionals, collectives, or organisations. Projects provide students, teachers, and creative partners with diverse and challenging learning experiences, enhancing education outcomes across curriculum from Foundation to Year 10, plus VCE Vocational Major, Victorian Pathways Certificate, and Towards Foundation curriculum.
This grant provides funding to eligible schools and organisations to sponsor Australian students under 18 years to participate in virtual or in-person domestic and international STEM events, activities and competitions. Funding covers travel, registration and required materials, with maximum grants of $15,000 for Stream 1 and $25,000 for Stream 2.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.