Navigating childcare in Australia just got a little easier. As of January 2026, the government has introduced the 3-Day Guarantee, making the system more accessible for families regardless of how much they work or study. You no longer need to meet a strict "activity test" just to get a baseline of support.
The CCS is paid directly to your childcare provider. You only pay the "Gap Fee," which is the difference between what the centre charges and what the government covers.
What’s Included in Your Fee?
We provide an all-inclusive service so you don't have to worry about the extras:
Play-Based Individualized Learning:
✔️ Sensory Play
✔️ Nutritious Meals
✔️ Cooking Classes
✔️ Music & Drama Program
✔️ STEM Program & Creative Arts
✔️ Early Literacy
✔️ School Readiness Program
✔️ Nappies, Nappy Cream, and Sunscreen Provided
✔️ Grab & Go Morning Bite and Coffee for Parents
✔️ Daily Updates via App
✔️ Special Events and Celebrations
| Permanent Days ( full-day bookings) pereek | Daily Fees |
|---|---|
| Attend 3-5 days per week | $179 For Nursery/Toddler $166 For Prekindy/Kindy |
| Attend 1-2 days per week | $189 For Nursery/Toddler $176 For Prekindy/Kindy |
| Casual Bookings/Holiday Rates | $89 for half-day; $181 for full-day; $154 for daily holiday rate (two weeks notice is required) |
Kindy holiday programs are available for children aged 3-5 during school holidays with daily fees of $166. These programs cover additional days not included in permanent bookings.
| Permanent days per week | Daily Fees |
|---|---|
| Attend 5 days per week | $181 for Nursery, $176 for Toddler, $170 for Kindy |
| Attend 4 days per week | $186 for Nursery, $181 for Toddler, $176 for Kindy |
| Attend 1-3 days per week | $195 for Nursery, $191 for Toddler, $181 for Kindy |
| Kindy Holiday Programs | $165 - Kindy room only for the additonal days during school holiday periods. |
| Casual bookings | $176 for full-day; $98 for half-day |
| Holiday Rates | $154 for daily holiday rate (two weeks notice is required) |
Casual bookings are extra bookings on top of your child's permanent booking. The above fees are before any childcare subsidy applied. To work out your gap payments, please use the below calculator.
Use the Child Care Subsidy Calculator tool to calculate the CCS percentage you are eligible for.
Child Care Subsidy CalculatorTo get Child Care Subsidy (CCS) you must:
