RS7 returns must have a completed declaration

All RS7 returns must be accompanied by a completed declaration. The wording of this declaration is shown below.

Declaration

I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, the information contained on this form is true and correct.

I understand that:

• if I have made a false statement or
• if I have failed to answer all the questions in full or
• if I do not provide documentation supporting the funding claim or
• if I do not make documents available for inspection or
• if I do not tell the Ministry of Education of changes that may affect funding claims or rates

then

• the funding claim may be reviewed and funding withheld and/or
• I will have to pay back the total amount of any overpayment and/or
• I may be prosecuted and fined or imprisoned.

By signing this declaration, I am confirming that this funding claim is made in accordance with the conditions outlined in the current Early Childhood Education Funding Handbook and that the Ministry can withhold all or some of the funding if there is a breach of any of these conditions.

Completing RS7 return

• If you are completing a paper-based RS7 return, this declaration will be signed. Paper-based RS7 returns must be completed in pen and signed in order to be processed for funding. Do not use pencil anywhere on your RS7 return.
• If you are completing an electronic RS7 return, this declaration will be submitted.