Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
& Free Kindy in Queensland
At Little Big People Early Learning, we believe that quality education should be accessible to every family. That’s why we’re here to help you understand how the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and Queensland’s Free Kindy program can make early learning more affordable for your family.
What is the Child Care Subsidy (CCS)?
The Child Care Subsidy is a government payment that helps eligible families with the cost of early childhood education and care. It’s designed to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses, so your child can enjoy all the benefits of early learning—without the financial stress.
How much you receive depends on:
- Your combined family income
- The hours you and your partner work, study or volunteer
- The type of child care you use (we’re a CCS-approved centre)
The CCS is paid directly to us and passed on to you as a fee reduction. This means you only pay the gap fee, which is the difference between our daily fee and your subsidy amount.
Not sure if you’re eligible? You can check and apply for CCS through your MyGov account. We’re also more than happy to help you with the process—just ask one of our friendly team members!
Free Kindy in Queensland
As part of the Queensland Government’s commitment to giving children the best start in life, all eligible children can now attend a government-approved kindergarten program for free.
Here’s what that means for your family:
- If your child is at least 4 years old by June 30, they are eligible for Free Kindy the year before Prep.
- Our centre delivers a Government-Approved Kindergarten Program, led by a qualified Early Childhood Teacher.
- Your child can attend for 15 hours a week, 40 weeks a year, completely free of charge.
This program helps children build confidence, make friends, and develop the skills they’ll need for school and life. And best of all, it’s available right here at Little Big People Early Learning.
Need Help?
Understanding CCS and Free Kindy can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way—from estimating your CCS entitlement to enrolling in Free Kindy.
Ready to get started? Contact us today or drop in for a chat—we’re always here to help!
The 3-Day Guarantee policy, effective from January 2026, fundamentally changes how Child Care Subsidy operates for early childhood education and care services and the families they support. The Australian Government is eliminating the Activity Test requirement, which previously meant families needed to demonstrate participation in work, study, training, or volunteering to access subsidised care hours. Under the new system, all Child Care Subsidy-eligible families will automatically qualify for at least 72 hours of subsidised care per fortnight—equivalent to three days per week—for each child. This represents a shift toward universal access to early childhood education. Importantly, families with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children will be guaranteed 100 hours per fortnight, while families engaged in substantial work or study (48+ hours per fortnight) will also maintain their 100-hour allocation. While the guarantee secures subsidy eligibility, families will still need to secure actual places with their chosen services and may be required to pay gap fees depending on the service’s fees and their subsidy rate. This reform is part of the government’s broader vision for a universal early education and care system, designed to improve access, support workforce participation, and ensure all children can benefit from quality early learning experiences before starting school.