Teachers & Education · FY2025-26 Edition
Teacher & Education Professional Tax Deduction Calculator
Classroom supplies, WFH marking hours, PD and excursions — stop paying for your classroom out of pocket without claiming it.
What's inside
- ✓Classroom supplies tracker — the most-missed teacher deduction
- ✓WFH method comparison for marking & prep (70c/hr vs actual)
- ✓Excursion and camp travel category
- ✓Sun protection for playground duty — yes, it's claimable
- ✓Myths tab: student gifts and class parties are NOT deductible
- ✓Current FY2025-26 rates on a sources tab with ATO links — nothing hard-coded
- ✓Tax saving estimate at your marginal rate (estimate only)
- ✓Record-keeping checklist matched to ATO substantiation rules
- ✓Print-ready one-page summary for your accountant
- ✓Medicare levy exemption + deductible super contribution support
- ✓No macros. Protected formulas. Works in Excel & Google Sheets.
Myth check — things you can't claim
- ✗Student gifts aren't deductible
- ✗Initial WWCC isn't claimable
- ✗Home-to-school travel is private
The full myths tab inside the workbook covers your occupation's complete list, straight from the ATO occupation guide.
General information only — not tax, legal or financial advice. This workbook applies published ATO rates and rules for FY2025-26 but does not consider your personal circumstances. We are not registered tax agents. Confirm your position at ato.gov.au or with a registered tax agent.