CCS
calculator/estimator
Work, study, training, volunteering, etc.
how support is
calculated?
Family Income
Determines your subsidy percentage
Your Activity Levels
Work, study, volunteering, or job seeking
Type of Care
The service your child attends
Some families may also be eligible for extra support, such as in times of temporary hardship.
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who is
eligible?
To be eligible for CCS, you must meet the below requirements;
Be using an approved child care service within Australia
Meet the residency requirements as outlined in legislation.
Meet childhood immunisation requirements as outlined by the Australian Government.
Income: Subsidy amounts depend on your household income being below the CCS threshold.
Activities: Subsidised hours are based on the parent/guardian with the lowest entitlement and their participation in work, study, or volunteering.
1
Log in and link your MyGov account to Centrelink.
2
Meet the residency requirements as outlined in legislation.
3
Check your eligibility and subsidy rate - this determines how much support you’ll receive for your child’s care.
4
Connect your enrolment to your provider so the subsidy is applied straight to your fees.
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With this done, you can relax knowing your childcare costs are supported and focus on what matters: your child’s learning, fun, and growth!
To be eligible, you’ll need to qualify for the standard CCS and meet at least one of these criteria:
Transitioning to work
You’re moving from certain income support payments into work
child safety
You’re caring for a child who is vulnerable or at risk of harm, abuse, or neglect
flexible session
options
We offer a range of childcare and kindergarten/preschool session lengths to help families get the most out of their Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
9
Hours
10
Hours
Full
Day
Picking the session that fits your family’s needs can help maximise your CCS and reduce your daily out-of-pocket fees. Our friendly Centre Managers are here to guide you, making sure you find the perfect fit for your child and your family.
