Childcare Subsidy (CCS) at Sparrow Early Learning: Helping You Understand and Access Support.
At Sparrow Early Learning, we know that understanding the Childcare Subsidy (CCS) can make a huge difference in helping families manage the cost of childcare. Below is a helpful guide to answer your key questions about CCS, ensuring you’re informed and ready to claim. To assist with the cost of attending our childcare centre, you may be eligible for the Government’s Childcare Subsidy.
Who Can Access Childcare Subsidy?
To qualify for Child Care Subsidy, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements:
- Your child must be under the age of 13 and not attending secondary school (unless an exemption applies).
- Both parents or caregivers must meet the activity test—this refers to your work, training, study, or volunteering status.
- Income thresholds are applied by the Australian Government to determine how much support you are eligible for.
To apply for the subsidy, you must register with the Family Assistance Office and confirm your bookings through your MyGov account. It is your responsibility to apply for the rebate, and full fees will be charged until our centre receives your childcare subsidy rate notification, if any. If you require any assistance, please speak with your Service Manager upon enrolment.
Any childcare benefits received are paid directly from the Government to us and subtracted from our daily fee. The amount remaining, known as the gap fee, is the amount you will pay to us. To receive the childcare subsidy, you must sign your child in and out of our centre each day of attendance and on return after any absence (which must not exceed 42 days in a financial year).
The Family Assistance Office outlines exceptions to the 42 allowable absences rule. Fees applied to your account due to late collection of your child are not eligible for CCS.
To learn more about childcare benefits and your eligibility, head to the Australian Government site below.
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Approved Childcare Providers.
CCS is only available for care provided by an approved service. Sparrow Early Learning is an approved childcare provider, ensuring your family can access this support. Approved care includes:
- Centre Based Day Care – Long day care or occasional care at our centres.
- Family Day Care – Care provided in an educator’s home.
- Outside School Hours Care – Before and after school care, as well as vacation care.
By choosing Sparrow Early Learning, you’re accessing quality care that is eligible for government subsidies, reducing your out-of-pocket costs.
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