Payment

The rate of payment of Childcare Subsidy depends on the number of children, and the level of income, of the client.

For the current rates of Childcare Subsidy see:

• Deskfile Income limits and maximum rates

The Childcare Subsidy is paid directly to the pre-school facility that the child attends on a weekly basis. Payment must not be more than the fee the pre-school facility charges (including the fee charged to keep the child's place open), and for no more than 50 hours a week.

The number of hours attended by the child must be calculated on a weekly basis.