Household income
Lower combined income, higher subsidy. Families earning under $85,279 can receive up to 90% (FY 2025–26).
What will you
actually pay?
A quick estimate of your daily, weekly and monthly out-of-pocket fees after the Australian Government CCS (Child Care Subsidy) is applied.
$0$150K$300K$450K$600K+
※ Must include Monday or Friday
Estimated out-of-pocket (1 day)
$15.87
Weekly (5 days)
$79
Monthly (4 weeks)
$317
Subsidy rate
90%
※ This calculator is an estimate based on FY 2025–26 CCS figures. Your actual subsidy depends on household income, parental activity hours, number of children and other factors. For exact figures use the official Starting Blocks calculator or myGov → Services Australia, or contact us directly.
※ The daily fees used here are our promotional rate, available for a limited promotional period only. Our standard daily fees are $160 for children under 3 and $150 for children aged 3 and over.
NSW Start Strong Fee Relief available
Eligible preschool-aged children may receive additional NSW Government fee relief through the Start Strong program, on top of CCS. Speak with our team to find out what fee relief may apply to your family.
— Understanding CCS
How is your rate set?
3 Day Guarantee
From January 2026 every family is guaranteed 3 days a week of subsidised care, regardless of activity. Additional days depend on work, study or other recognised activity.
Hourly cap
Subsidy applies up to the government's hourly cap. Fees above the cap remain out-of-pocket.