The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) hourly rate caps will go up from 10 July 2023.
The hourly rate caps are adjusted annually based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
The maximum hourly rate we subsidise is based on the type of approved care. The 2023–24 hourly rate caps for each care type are outlined below.
| Care type | Hourly rate cap for children below school age | Hourly rate cap for school-age children |
|---|---|---|
| Centre Based Day Care | $13.73 | $12.02 |
| Outside School Hours Care | $13.73 | $12.02 |
| Family Day Care | $12.72 | $12.72 |
| In Home Care (per family) | $37.34 | $37.34 |
Learn more about CCS hourly rate caps.
The family income thresholds are also changing as part of the government’s broader changes to CCS. Stay up to date with the changes at childcaresubsidy.gov.au.