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)
$15.80
Weekly (5 days)
$79
Monthly (4 weeks)
$316
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.
— 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.