Family Day Care is a flexible, more individualised, small group care arrangement, for your children from birth to 13 years of age and can be a great alternative for your child, where siblings can stay together.

All children are educated and cared for in an Approved Family Day Care educator’s home.

Family Day Care provides a safe, nurturing, flexible home learning environment. It is here where genuine, long lasting bonds are formed between the educator, children and families.

Educators work with Koolanga, who carry out regular visits to monitor and support the children’s individual development and provide support.

At Koolanga, we think Family Day Care is a wonderful choice, where families can feel confident that they are leaving their children in a small group setting, with a safe, warm, loving and learning environment. Our educators are qualified and assessed before we welcome them into Koolanga Family Day Care Service.

Family Day Care educators offer individualised learning programs for the children in care. These follow the child’s interest and development.

Family Day Care can provide experiences that reflect your families culture and the diversity of your community.

Family Day Care can offer education and care during evenings, weekends, overnight, before and after school, during school holidays, as well as the standard hours on weekdays. For more detailed information about each of our educators, please visit the "Our Educators" menu.

Family Day Care educators have no more than four children under school age at any one time, with the addition of three school aged children, if care is required.

We are a childcare provider that operates under the National Quality Framework, ensuring that we meet the necessary qualifications and standards. The Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority oversees our compliance with these requirements.

We strive for educators to provide the highest level of education and care to children and build strong, respectful relationships with families. We use the Early Years Learning Framework and My Time Our Place to extend and enrich children’s learning during their time in Family Day Care, through the transition to school and beyond.

To apply for the Child Care Subsidy, you will need to follow these steps:

Create a MyGov account: If you don't already have a MyGov account, you'll need to create one. Visit the MyGov website https://my.gov.au/ and follow the instructions to set up your account.

Link your MyGov account to Centrelink: Once you have a MyGov account, log in and link it to your Centrelink online account. Centrelink is the government agency responsible for administering the Child Care Subsidy. You can do this by selecting the "Services" tab on your MyGov account and clicking on "Link Centrelink."

Complete the online application: Once your MyGov account is linked to Centrelink, you can access the online application for the Child Care Subsidy. Log in to your MyGov account, go to the Centrelink section, and navigate to the Child Care Subsidy page. Follow the prompts to complete the application.

Provide necessary documentation: During the application process, you will be asked to provide certain information and documents, such as proof of identity, income details, and information about your child and their care arrangements. Make sure to have these documents ready to upload or provide to Centrelink.

Submit your application: Once you have completed the application and attached any necessary documents, submit the application electronically through the online portal.

Await assessment: Centrelink will review your application and assess your eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy based on the information you provided. This process may take some time.

Receive notice of decision: Once Centrelink has processed your application, you will receive a notice of decision. This will inform you of whether your application has been approved and the details of your subsidy.

It's important to note that the application process may vary depending on your circumstances, and additional documentation or steps may be required. If you have any questions or need assistance with your application, you can contact Centrelink directly or visit their website for more information.

The amount of Child Care Subsidy (CCS) you will receive depends on several factors, including your family's income, the type of care you use, the number of hours of care per fortnight, and the activity level of both parents. The activity level refers to the hours of recognised activity such as work, study, training, volunteering, or actively looking for work.

The Child Care Subsidy is calculated as a percentage of the actual fee charged by the childcare service, up to certain hourly rate caps set by the government. The percentage you receive is based on your family's adjusted taxable income. The higher your income, the lower the percentage of subsidy you are eligible for.

Each of our educators may have a different fee based on the location and services they offer. For further information and to check our educator fees, please visit the "Our Educators" section.