Fees depend on several factors, including the number of days booked, your child’s age, and your eligibility for government support such as the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) or Additional Child Care Subsidy (ACCS).

For an accurate quote, please speak with our Centre Director.

Like most early learning services, Little Explorers is closed on public holidays. If your booked day falls on a public holiday, fees will still apply, as staff and operating costs are ongoing.

The Australian Government’s Child Care Subsidy covers up to 42 absence days per financial year - this includes public holidays. You may also be eligible for a holiday discount if two weeks’ notice is provided (conditions apply).

Yes, fees still apply for sick days. Where possible, the Centre Director may offer a make-up day at their discretion. The Child Care Subsidy covers up to 42 absences per year without documentation, plus additional sick days if a medical certificate is supplied.

Standard fees apply for all absences - including public holidays - that fall on your child’s usual booked days. However, a holiday discount may be available at the discretion of the Centre Director, provided fee payments are up to date and required notice has been given.

The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) is available to eligible families and is provided by the Australian Government. To check your eligibility, visit the Services Australia website at www.humanservices.gov.au

From 10 July 2023, CCS increased for most families, meaning many will now receive a higher subsidy.

There were also changes to the CCS activity test for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.

You can watch the government’s CCS information video to learn more.