For child care providers and educators Become an approved provider You must be approved to operate a service and administer the Child Care Subsidy in Australia. Administer Child Care Subsidy We pay Child Care Subsidy to approved providers. Providers pass the payments on to families as a fee reduction. Support vulnerable families The Additional Child Care Subsidy provides extra help with fees to families facing barriers to early childhood education and care. Find grants for services The Community Child Care Fund provides grants and programs for services in disadvantaged, regional and remote communities. Implement inclusive practices The Inclusion Support Program helps services care for children with additional needs. Understand your obligations Approved providers must comply with their obligations under Family Assistance Law. Get help in an emergency We provide support to providers and services in the event of a local emergency. For families with children in care Get help with fees Find help with the cost of care, estimate your entitlement and more. Find a child care service StartingBlocks.gov.au helps parents choose the best education and care for their family. About early childhood in Australia Cheaper child care plan The Australian Government has committed to a range of measures for the early childhood sector. Explore learning and quality Data and reports that inform policy, performance and planning for the child care sector. Learn about the workforce Find initiatives to attract, develop and retain high-quality early childhood educators and teachers. Find laws and legislation Early childhood education and care in Australia is governed by both Commonwealth and state and territory laws. Read data and reports We issue public reports about early childhood education and care in Australia. See evaluation of policies We regularly evaluate early childhood education and care policies and programs. Read COVID-19 information We provide information and support regarding COVID-19 for the early childhood education and care sector.
