- Starting 5 January 2026
Guaranteed 3-day subsidised care for your family
From January 2026, all CCS-eligible families receive at least 3 days / (72 hours) of subsidised early learning per fortnight – no matter your work, study, or training hours.
- Quality early learning helps every child reach their full potential, building foundations for lifelong success.
- What is the 3 Day Guarantee?
Government backed care that works for your family
Backed by the Government
A national initiative designed to support families with young children – no extra paperwork required.
NO MORE ACTIVITY TEST
You no longer need to meet work or study hours to access subsidised care.
3 Days of Care, Guaranteed
Every CCS-eligible family gets at least 72 hours of subsidised early learning every fortnight.
How Your family can benefit
The 3 Day Guarantee delivers real, tangible benefits to Australian families
$11.4k
savings
Families can save up to $11,400 per year on average fees
100%
Certainty
All families receive at least 3 days of care – no more ‘activity test’ barriers
3 Days
Access
More children can attend early learning, supporting school readiness
Eligibility
Find out if your family qualifies for the 3 Day Guarantee
ALL FAMILIES
Applies to all CCS-eligible families earning under $535,279 per year
100 HOURS PER FORTNIGHT
Extended hours available for eligible families:
- Caring for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander child
- Meeting 48+ hours of recognised participation per fortnight
- Approved exemptions or "exceptional circumstances"
- Receiving Additional Child Care Subsidy (ACCS)
- Good news: Families already on higher hours keep their entitlement. The 3 Day Guarantee only increases access - it never reduces it.
Real Family Examples
See how much your family could save with the 3 Day Guarantee
- CASE STUDY
- SARAH & ALEX
Sarah and Alex have one child attending childcare 3 days per week. Before the 3 Day Guarantee, they were only receiving subsidy for 36 hours per fortnight due to work hour restrictions.
- THE RESULT
With the 3 Day Guarantee, their subsidy doubled from 36 to 72 hours per fortnight, saving them:
Annual Savings
$11,400
Per Week
$230
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Get answers to common questions about the 3 Day Guarantee
From January 2026, all CCS-eligible families will receive at least 72 hours of subsidised early learning per fortnight – no matter how many hours you work or study. That’s a guaranteed three days of care per week, giving you more certainty and support.
All CCS-approved families earning under $535,279 per year will receive the guaranteed 72 subsidised hours. If you’re already approved for more hours, you’ll keep them – the guarantee simply ensures no family falls below three days per week.
Savings depend on your CCS percentage and income level. For many families, the change could mean an extra $200 – $230 per week back in your pocket, which adds up to more than $10,000 a year in reduced fees (subject to sessions of care and CCS percentage).
The 3 Day Guarantee begins on 5 January 2026 and will apply automatically to CCS-eligible families.
No – if you already receive CCS, the guarantee will apply automatically. There’s no paperwork needed to access the new minimum subsidised hours.
Some families will still be eligible for up to 100 hours per fortnight (around five days), depending on activity levels or exemptions. First Nations families automatically receive the higher 100-hour entitlement.
The guarantee applies nationally, but each centre sets its own enrolment process and availability. Places will still be limited depending on demand.
All Young Academics centres follow the National Quality Standards and deliver research-based early learning programs led by qualified educators. Each centre is purpose-built to support school readiness, social development and wellbeing.
Still have questions?
Our support team is here to help you understand the 3 Day Guarantee
Why Young Academics?
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Over 60 centres across New South Wales with experienced educators
Warm, inclusive environments where every child is valued
Transparent fees and flexible care options
The 3 Day Guarantee is coming. Make sure your family is ready.
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This is an informational landing page. Final program details subject to government confirmation.
