Child Care Subsidy Information
Making childcare more affordable for families in Hoppers Crossing and surrounding suburbs
At Lili’s Early Learning Centre Hoppers Crossing, we understand that early learning is an important investment in your child’s future. The Australian Government Child Care Subsidy (CCS) helps make childcare and kindergarten more affordable, reducing out-of-pocket costs while supporting your child’s early learning journey.
What is the Child Care Subsidy?
The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) assists families with the cost of childcare for children aged 0–13 years. CCS is income-tested and the amount you receive depends on factors such as:
Your family’s combined income
The hourly rate cap based on the type of approved care
The number of hours of recognised activity you and your partner do
Eligible families can use CCS for:
Long day care programs (Nursery, Toddler, Pre-Kinder and Kindergarten)
Approved childcare services like Lili’s Early Learning Centre
How CCS works at Lili’s Early Learning Centre
If you are eligible, the subsidy is paid directly to Lili’s Early Learning Centre, reducing your weekly fees. You then pay the remaining gap amount, making it easier to manage your family’s childcare costs.
Who is eligible for CCS?
Most Australian families using approved childcare services are eligible if:
Your child is aged 0–13 years and meets immunisation requirements
You or your partner meet residency requirements
You undertake recognised activities such as work, study, training or volunteering
How to apply for CCS
You can apply for CCS through your MyGov account linked to Centrelink. Once approved, provide your CCS enrolment details to our team so we can finalise your subsidy arrangements and ensure your fees are adjusted accordingly.
Need help understanding CCS?
Our team is here to help you navigate the Child Care Subsidy process. We can guide you through eligibility, the application process, and how CCS reduces your childcare costs each week.
Check your CCS eligibility
To estimate how much subsidy you may be entitled to, visit the official Starting Blocks Child Care Subsidy Calculator.
Disclaimer: The Child Care Subsidy Calculator provided via the Starting Blocks website is an external tool operated by the Australian Government. Lili’s Early Learning Centre has no affiliation with this site and is not responsible for the information it provides.
Any estimate generated by the calculator is for general guidance only and may differ from your actual Child Care Subsidy entitlement. Your final subsidy amount will be determined by Services Australia based on your personal circumstances.
We recommend that all families confirm their eligibility and entitlements directly through MyGov and Services Australia.