Information about NSW Government's Start Strong Affordable Preschool Fee Relief Program
From January 2024, families may save up to $2,110 a year for eligible children aged 4 and above and up to $500 a year for children aged 3, with the NSW Government's Start Strong funding initiative. This is in addition to Australian Government Child Care Subsidy payments.
What is the Start Strong Preschool Fee Relief Program?
Start Strong Affordable Preschool Fee Relief Funding Program is a New South Wales Government initiative to help make Preschool more affordable, reducing the stress for families across NSW. More information can be found on the NSW Department of Education's Start Strong Funding webpage .
Who is eligible for Start Strong Funding?
To be eligible for the Start Strong Affordable Preschool fee relief program in 2024, a child will need to: be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July 2024 (fee relief of up to $500), or be at least 4 years old on or before 31 July 2024 (fee relief of up to $2,110);NSW Department of Education's Start Strong Funding webpage .
Can families receive Start Strong Funding at Kings Road Long Day Preschool?
Yes! We are an eligible provider of the Start Strong Preschool Fee Relief Program.
How much can i receive?
For eligible children aged 4 and 5, the Start Strong payment is $2,110 per child with a minimum 2 day booking per week on average (600+ hours of care). This equates to $40.57 per week. If less than a 2 day booking per week, you will eligible for 67% of the funding.For eligible children aged 3, the Start Strong Payment will be $500 per child. More information can be found on the NSW Department of Education's Start Strong Funding webpage .
Please get in touch with our friendly team and we will send you the Start Strong fee relief declaration form. Families are required to complete a declaration form to nominate the specific long day-care centre they would like to receive fee relief from. A child can only receive fee relief from one nominated childcare centre, at any one time.
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