31/10/2025
✨ BIG NEWS FOR AUSSIE FAMILIES! Introducing the CCS '3 Day Guarantee' from January 2026! 🥳
Get ready a big change to Child Care Subsidy (CCS) that will make early learning more accessible and affordable for thousands of families!
From January 5, 2026, the strict Activity Test is being replaced with the new '3 Day Guarantee.' What does this mean for you?
✅ Guaranteed 3 Days of Care: All CCS-eligible families will automatically receive a minimum of 72 hours of subsidised care per fortnight for each child—the equivalent of three days a week! You no longer need to meet minimum work, study, or volunteer hours to access this support.
✅ A Huge Win for Flexibility: This removes the stress of tracking activity hours, giving stay-at-home parents, casual workers, and families with fluctuating schedules the certainty of consistent, affordable care.
✅ Enhanced Support for First Nations Families: Families caring for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander child will automatically be entitled to 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight.
💰 Potential Savings: This change could save some families thousands of dollars per year, making quality early education a reality for more children.
Why this matters: Consistent attendance in early learning is vital for your child's development and school readiness. This guarantee makes it easier to give your child the best possible start in life!
➡️ What to Do Now:
**If you already receive CCS, your entitlement will automatically increase if you were previously getting less than 72 hours.
**If you're considering enrolling, speak to Kinda Kapers about securing your days for 2026! We are currently enrolling now!
For more information, visit the Services Australia website or us!
