What is the Child Care Subsidy (CCS)?

The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) is the primary government assistance in Australia designed to aid families in covering childcare expenses. The subsidy amount you receive depends on your family circumstances and income, which can cover up to 90% of childcare costs.

CCS on Outside School Hours Care

Outside school hours care (OSHC) is a great way to enrich your child’s wellbeing.

With CCS, even more families can access quality programs such as our Rise then Shine morning program, Stay and Play after school program, and our Holiday HQ school holiday programs as a more affordable rate.

If your family earns under $533,280 per annum, you are eligible for the Child Care Subsidy:

• Families earning $83,280 or less will get a CCS rate of 90%.

• Families earning over $83,280 get a CCS rate that decreases by 1% for each $5,000 of family income. This rate reaches 0% for families earning $533,280 or more.

Use our resources and discover more about the benefits of the CCS and how you can apply.

Centrelink and the Child Care Subsidy changes

If you receive Centrelink social security payments and have questions or need to update your information, we recommend visiting the Services Australia website. Their support staff can assist you further.

Visit the Services Australia contact us page for more information.

More information for schools

If you are part of a school’s administration, leadership or governance and would like more information, please reach out to your relevant OSHClub contact.

We are happy to discuss the changes further with principals and understand any questions that parents may be raising at the school about the Child Care Subsidy changes.