The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) works with other support initiatives to make child care affordable for all Australian families.
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Additional Child Care Subsidy
The Additional Child Care Subsidy is a payment on top of the CCS for families who need more financial help. Four different payments cater for:
- Families who need help to support their children’s safety and wellbeing
- Grandparents who care for their grandchildren
- Families experiencing significant financial stress
- Parents transitioning from welfare to work.
Making child care accessible to all
We want to give the most vulnerable and disadvantaged children a strong start in life. If your child’s needs are different to their peers your provider could get help to offer inclusive services.
- Access Inclusion Support Portal
- Inclusion agency contact details
- Inclusion Support Program guidelines
Disability standards
Child care providers cannot discriminate on the basis of disability. The Disability Standards for Education explains providers’ obligations to ensure children with a disability can participate like any other children.
- Guidance notes
- Fact sheets
Extra help during emergencies
We provide support for providers, services and families during local emergencies. We also link you to other organisations in your state or territory that can help.
- How to prepare for an emergency
- Contact details for states and territories
- Supporting employees engaged in emergency efforts
- Recovering after an emergency