​Government Assistance – Child Care Subsidy (CCS) 

The Australian Government offers Child Care Subsidy (CCS) to help eligible families reduce the cost of childcare. 

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What is CCS? 

CCS is a government payment that helps cover part of your childcare fees. The amount you receive depends on your family income, activity level (such as work or study), and the type of care your child attends. 

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How it works 

If approved, CCS is paid directly to our centre, reducing your weekly fees. You simply pay the remaining “gap” amount. 

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How to apply 

To receive CCS: 

• Enrol your child in an approved childcare service (such as Younique Early Learning) 

• Create or log into your MyGov account and link it to Centrelink 

• Submit your CCS claim online 
   

Need help? 

Our friendly Centre Managers are happy to support you through the process. We can help estimate your subsidy, explain your fees, and guide you step by step. 

You can learn more about CCS and other family support programs (including Jobs, Education and Training – JET assistance) through Services Australia and the Department of Education websites. 

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✅ Child Care Subsidy (CCS) 

• Child Care Subsidy – Services Australia 
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/child-care-subsidy 

• How much CCS you can get – Services Australia (includes examples & eligibility) 
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/how-much-child-care-subsidy-you-can-get 

• Child Care Subsidy – Department of Education (overview & framework) 
https://www.education.gov.au/early-childhood/child-care-subsidy 

📘 Additional Assistance Resources 

• Accessing Child Care – Services Australia (how to claim & enrolment info) 
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/accessing-child-care 

• Jobs, Education and Training (JET) Child Care Fee Assistance – Services Australia 
https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/services/centrelink/jobs-education-and-training-child-care-fee-assistance 

 

We’re here to help—please don’t hesitate to ask