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You must be approved to operate a service and administer the Child Care Subsidy (CCS). You must be approved by the Australian Government and your state or territory government. This page outlines the approval process.

Once you’ve gathered all the required information and evidence, you’re ready to submit your Child Care Subsidy (CCS) approval application. This page outlines how to complete and submit your application.

Your National Law or Child Care Subsidy (CCS) approvals can be suspended. Approval may be suspended if you don’t comply with your obligations or following a voluntary request.

Providers who administer the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) may sometimes receive more subsidy than they're entitled to. This page explains how we manage overpayments and debts.

The Department of Education may offer grants to organisations or individuals, to support the Australian Government’s policies and programs.

Resources for providers about international student visas

The National Quality Framework (NQF) is Australia’s system for regulating early childhood education and care (ECEC). It provides a national approach to regulation, assessment and quality improvement.

We issue public reports about early childhood education and care in Australia.