They would be based in primary and intermediate schools in low decile centres. The centres aim to give extra educational support to upper primary school students who are at risk of under-achievement.
Applications are now open.
The centres will give after-school educational support for students, by helping students gain good study habits. This could involve helping with homework, helping students to catch up work missed through illness, or helping them adjust if they have recently changed schools. The most important resource will be a registered teacher, but there may also be other supportive adults. All study clinics will have access to computers, Internet and other resource material like reference books. Schools or community groups that have an interest in assisting students from disadvantaged areas to achieve their potential.