The Australian Government helps families with the cost of childcare by subsidising fees to reduce out-of-pocket costs. This is called the Child Care Subsidy (CCS).You must meet certain requirements to be eligible for CCS, and the amount of subsidy you receive will depend on family income, activity hours, and the number and ages of the children you have in approved care. From 1 January 2026, every eligible family will be guaranteed at least 72 hours of subsided early childhood education and care (the equivalent of 3 days per week).Click here to learn more about CCS and check your eligibility. Childcare 3 Childcare FAQs