How Much Does Childcare Cost?
Understanding Child Care Fees, Inclusions & Savings
Choosing childcare means balancing quality, trust, and affordability. While fees vary by location, age, and schedule, we make it easy to understand what you’ll pay, and how much you could save through government subsidies.
At Kids Academy, we’re committed to providing exceptional early education and care in a premium environment, without hidden extras or confusion.
Want a Personalised Quote? Call Our Family Support Team
Every family’s situation is different, that’s why we encourage you to speak with our friendly Family Support Team on 1800 244 532.
They’ll provide a personalised estimate based on your:
- Preferred centre location
- Your child’s age and attendance days
- CCS eligibility and other available subsidies
A short conversation could help you understand your real out-of-pocket costs and, may save you hundreds per month.
What Factors Affect Childcare Costs?
Your weekly costs depend on:
- Location - fees differ by region and centre amenities
- Age group - younger rooms have smaller ratios and more educator time
- Attendance pattern - full days often cost less per hour than casual care
- Subsidies - CCS and other state programs can reduce your fees significantly
Use our Child Care Subsidy Calculator to estimate your child care fees.
What’s Included in Your Daily Fee at Kids Academy?
Our daily rate covers everything your child needs for a happy, enriching day, with no surprise add-ons.
- Healthy, chef-prepared meals and snacks (in most centres)
- Nappies and wipes for younger children
- All learning materials and creative supplies
- The Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia’s most advanced early-education framework
- Programs like Reading Eggs, MathSeeds, and Big Thinkers STEM
- Outdoor play and movement every day
- Qualified, caring educators and a strong Safety Commitment
All the essentials are included, so you can focus on your child’s learning, not the logistics.
Government Subsidies That May Lower Your Fees
Families may be eligible for financial assistance through one or more of these programs:
- Child Care Subsidy (CCS) - reduces your out-of-pocket costs automatically each week.
- Free Kindy (QLD), Start Strong (NSW), or Free Kinder (VIC) - state-based funding for 3- and 4-year-olds attending approved early education programs.
- Proposed 3-Day Guarantee (2026) - aims to give all CCS-eligible families access to at least three days of subsidised care per week.
To learn more, visit our Child Care Subsidy page.