Child Care Subsidy Calculator
Wondering how much support you could get with your childcare fees? Our CCS Calculator gives you a simple estimate based on your income, activity level, and type of care.
It only takes a minute, and it helps you see how much you could save on fees for services like Occasional Care and Out-of-School-Hours Care
Want to learn more about how the CCS works? Visit our Child Care Subsidy page for detailed information on eligibility, rates and how to apply.
Get a quick estimate of your Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
For Occasional Care, select ‘Long day care’ under ‘What type of early learning service?’ in the calculator.
Disclaimer: The embedded Child Care Subsidy (CCS) Calculator is provided for general information only. While Community First Step strives for accuracy, we cannot guarantee the results or their suitability for your specific circumstances. For detailed and personalised advice, please refer to Services Australia.
Additional Fee Relief with Start Strong
If your child will be 3 years of age or older on or before 31 July 2025 and enrolled in an eligible long day care or occasional care centre, you may be eligible for Start Strong Preschool Fee Relief to help reduce your out-of-pocket costs, even if you are not eligible for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS). Learn more about Start Strong here.
We’re here to help
If you’d like support with understanding your CCS or other fee relief entitlements and navigating the application process, our Parent Support Hub can guide you step by step. You can also contact us directly for personalised assistance.