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Procurement is becoming another pressure point for schools. Woolworths at Work is stepping in with smarter ordering, simpler invoicing and tools that help educators spend less time on admin
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RUNNING A modern school isn’t just about teaching and learning. Principals and business managers are increasingly expected to manage budgets, suppliers and logistics – often with little time to spare and even less room for error.
Recognising that pressure, Woolworths at Work prides itself on being more than a supplier. Through smarter ordering systems, streamlined invoicing and true strategic support, the platform is helping schools take control of everyday essentials.
“Our partnership with schools means we can carry the mental load of procurement so principals and teachers can focus on the students,” general manager of Enterprise+ at Woolworths at Work Flore Vanpoperinghe tells The Educator.
“Our platform gives schools total visibility on every dollar spent across the canteen, classroom and staffroom.”
What’s more, smart substitutions, recurring orders, great value, shopping lists and free next-day delivery options all help to stretch tight budgets.
“By automating invoicing and simplifying reconciliation, hours of administrative time can be reclaimed.”
Woolworths at Work makes shopping for schools easier than ever. Find everything you need – from fresh food and groceries to school supplies – all in one place. Enjoy fast, intuitive ordering, free next-day delivery options for orders over $99* and the flexibility to shop in-store with a work account card. Woolworths at Work, we're all business.
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“Our partnership with schools means we can carry the mental load of procurement so principals and teachers can focus on the students”
Flore Vanpoperinghe, Woolworths at Work
Taking the admin headache out of schools
With recent reports showing that school business managers are juggling more than ever, Woolworths at Work is helping to ease the burden through a range of helpful initiatives.
“School business managers are spinning a lot of plates every day to keep things running smoothly, so our goal is to take the ‘admin headache’ out of their hands,” Vanpoperinghe says.
“Schools have a unique rhythm, which is why our early-morning delivery windows are a real winner – ensuring all the essentials are ready from morning time.”
To help keep a firm hand on the budget, Woolworths at Work also offers spend controls and pre-approved limits so there are no surprises at the end of the month.
“Instead of chasing loose receipts, dozens of shops can become one GST-ready statement. It’s all about cleaning up the paperwork and giving business managers one less thing to worry about.”
As part of its broader footprint in Australian education, Woolworths at Work collaborates with major providers across early learning and OSHC to improve efficiency, value and sustainability.
Vanpoperinghe says working with large-scale providers like G8 Education and Camp Australia has been a “masterclass in managing complexity while keeping that local, person-to-person touch”.
“The biggest lesson we’ve brought into the K–12 space is that the need for operational consistency is universal. We have taken the learnings from high-volume national providers and tailored them for schools,” she says.
“For example, K–12 sites can create preferred lists and one-click reordering, ensuring staffrooms and classrooms stay stocked without starting from scratch every week.”
Vanpoperinghe says that when it comes to value, every cent in a school budget needs to be accounted for.
“It’s not just about a low price on a bunch of bananas; it’s about providing unwavering assurance that schools are getting everyday low prices on every shop, and that they are getting value at every stage,” she says.
“By bundling all the school essentials – from the canteen to the art room – into one place, we help schools save significant time. Less time spent managing different suppliers and juggling invoices; more time spent supporting the learning and wellbeing of the students.”
Beyond groceries: supporting schools’ broader goals
As Australian schools look beyond 2026, Vanpoperinghe says the path ahead is about much more than delivering groceries. “It’s about being a dependable partner that helps schools thrive while bringing a little bit of good every day,” she says.
But for Vanpoperinghe, supporting schools isn’t just about saving time or stretching budgets. Increasingly, it’s also about helping education communities align their everyday purchasing with the values they’re teaching students – from reconciliation to environmental responsibility.
“We are committed to making it easier for schools to support First Nations businesses,” she says. Woolworths at Work has an exclusive Indigenous-owned range featuring over 100 products and growing.
It includes everything from stationery to kitchen essentials, so schools can contribute towards their own reconciliation goals just by doing their everyday shopping.
“On the sustainability front, we know schools are leading the way in teaching the next generation to care for the planet, and we’re proud to be working towards having a 100% electric delivery fleet by 2030 and reducing emissions by 60%,” says Vanpoperinghe.
“We’re constantly improving our smart digital tools to give back time to principals, teachers, admin and business managers, and 2026 will be no different.”
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Published 23 Mar 2026
“The biggest lesson we’ve brought into the K–12 space is that the need for operational consistency is universal. We have taken the learnings from high-volume national providers and tailored them for schools”
Flore Vanpoperinghe, Woolworths at Work
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MANAGE: Easily manage your accounts, gain full visibility and control over spend, and streamline operations with flexible payment and invoicing solutions
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SHOP: Shop the way your business works best – online or in-store using your business line of credit
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Woolworths at Work makes shopping for schools easier than ever. Find everything you need – from fresh food and groceries to school supplies – all in one place. Enjoy fast, intuitive ordering, free next-day delivery options for orders over $99* and the flexibility to shop in-store with a work account card. Woolworths at Work, we're all business.
“We are committed to making it easier for schools to support First Nations businesses,” she says. Woolworths at Work has an exclusive Indigenous-owned range featuring over 100 products and growing.
It includes everything from stationery to kitchen essentials, so schools can contribute towards their own reconciliation goals just by doing their everyday shopping.
“On the sustainability front, we know schools are leading the way in teaching the next generation to care for the planet, and we’re proud to be working towards having a 100% electric delivery fleet by 2030 and reducing emissions by 60%,” says Vanpoperinghe.
“We’re constantly improving our smart digital tools to give back time to principals, teachers, admin and business managers, and 2026 will be no different.”
As part of its broader footprint in Australian education, Woolworths at Work collaborates with major providers across early learning and OSHC to improve efficiency, value and sustainability.
Vanpoperinghe says working with large-scale providers like G8 Education and Camp Australia has been a “masterclass in managing complexity while keeping that local, person-to-person touch”.
“The biggest lesson we’ve brought into the K–12 space is that the need for operational consistency is universal. We have taken the learnings from high-volume national providers and tailored them for schools,” she says.
“For example, K–12 sites can create preferred lists and one-click reordering, ensuring staffrooms and classrooms stay stocked without starting from scratch every week.”
How scale is helping schools run smoother
Taking the admin headache out of schools
With recent reports showing that school business managers are juggling more than ever, Woolworths at Work is helping to ease the burden through a range of helpful initiatives.
“School business managers are spinning a lot of plates every day to keep things running smoothly, so our goal is to take the ‘admin headache’ out of their hands,” Vanpoperinghe says.
“Schools have a unique rhythm, which is why our early-morning delivery windows are a real winner – ensuring all the essentials are ready from morning time.”
To help keep a firm hand on the budget, Woolworths at Work also offers spend controls and pre-approved limits so there are no surprises at the end of the month.
“Instead of chasing loose receipts, dozens of shops can become one GST-ready statement. It’s all about cleaning up the paperwork and giving business managers one less thing to worry about.”
RUNNING A modern school isn’t just about teaching and learning. Principals and business managers are increasingly expected to manage budgets, suppliers and logistics – often with little time to spare and even less room for error.
Recognising that pressure, Woolworths at Work prides itself on being more than a supplier. Through smarter ordering systems, streamlined invoicing and true strategic support, the platform is helping schools take control of everyday essentials.
“Our partnership with schools means we can carry the mental load of procurement so principals and teachers can focus on the students,” general manager of Enterprise+ at Woolworths at Work Flore Vanpoperinghe tells The Educator.
“Our platform gives schools total visibility on every dollar spent across the canteen, classroom and staffroom.”
What’s more, smart substitutions, recurring orders, great value, shopping lists and free next-day delivery options all help to stretch tight budgets.
“By automating invoicing and simplifying reconciliation, hours of administrative time can be reclaimed.”
Published 23 Mar 2026
Value at every stage
PARTNER: We work with you to develop solutions that meet your needs and deliver value where it counts most through tailored commercial offers
PARTNER
MANAGE
SHOP
DELIVER
IMPACT: We lead with purpose to make a positive impact for our teams, communities and the planet
DISCOVER
Value at every stage
Value at every stage
