CCS Government funding
What is Childcare Subsidy (CCS).
As a recognised childcare provider, we are registered for the Government Childcare Subsidy (CCS).
Children’s Choice Early Learning is here to support you as you begin to discover your family’s CCS entitlements and the varied enrolment options available. We can help guide you to make the most of your CCS, so your child or children can benefit from the exciting opportunities that the right early learning or preschool/kindergarten environment can offer.
How does the Child Care Subsidy work?
The Child Care Subsidy will be paid directly to Children’s Choice Early Learning to be passed on to families as a fee reduction. Families will make a co-contribution to their child care fees and pay Children’s Choice Early Learning the difference between the fee charged and the subsidised amount
Additional funding support
Some families can get additional Child Care Subsidy to provide extra support with childcare fees.
There are four different types of additional Child Care Subsidy that you can apply for if you’re either:
- A grandparent
- Transitioning to work
- Experiencing temporary financial hardship
- Caring for a child who is vulnerable or at risk of harm, abuse, or neglect
Child Care Subsidy FAQ’S?
Am I able to claim Government Child Care Subsidy if I enrol with Children’s Choice Early Learning?
Yes, Children’s Choice Early Learning in Chatswood are a registered childcare provider which means that eligible families are able to claim the Government Child Care Subsidy relating to your childcare.
The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) is designed to help make early learning and childcare more accessible for a large number of Australian families. Child Care Subsidy will generally be paid directly to your approved childcare provider/s to reduce the fees you pay.
Children’s Choice Early Learning is here to support you as you begin to discover your family’s entitlements and the varied options available. We can help guide you to make the most of your CCS, so your child or children can benefit from the exciting opportunities that the right early learning or preschool/kindergarten environment can offer.
How does Child Care Subsidy work?
The Child Care Subsidy will be paid directly to providers to be passed on to families as a fee reduction. Families will make a co-contribution to their childcare fees and pay to the provider the difference between the fee charged and the subsidised amount.
How do I know if I am eligible for Child Care Subsidy?
There are certain requirements that must be satisfied for an individual to be eligible to receive the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) for their child. These include:
- The age of the child (must be 13 or under and not attending secondary school)
- The individual, or their partner, meeting the residency requirements
- The combined family income meeting the specified requirements
- The child meeting immunisation requirements
- The activity level of your family – See the Department of Education’s Child Care Subsidy Activity Test
To find out more information about CCS and eligibility please visit:
- The Department of Education has provided extensive Frequently Asked Questions on their website.
- For in-depth details on the Child Care Subsidy visit their website or contact the Department directly on 1300 566 046
How to Claim Childcare Subsidy
Your best online source of information for this is the Services Australia website page: How to Claim.