They only need to meet 1 and they may include:
- being geographically isolated
- having a special education need
- not having access to a suitable government school.
If your child’s circumstances change, it may affect whether they can get AIC or when it might stop. There are continuity conditions that may apply to their situation.
Change of circumstances
You need to tell us if your circumstances change. It may change your payment.
Call us on the Assistance for Isolated Children line to let us know if your circumstances change.
Contact numbers available on this page.
Centrelink Assistance for Isolated Children line
Use this line if you’re a parent or carer of children who can't go to a local government school because of geographical isolation, disability or special needs.
There are other ways you may want to contact us.