Childcare Subsidy

Overview

Childcare Subsidy NZ helps with the cost of approved preschool care, with the payment usually made directly to the provider.

Eligibility points to check

It usually covers children under 5, with school-entry and Child Disability Allowance exceptions. Check household income, residency, approved provider, care hours, work or study need and other subsidies before applying.

How to proceed

Follow the official Childcare Assistance application steps and ask your care provider to complete their section.

Before you apply

Have identity and residence details, income or asset information, and any relevant medical, tenancy, care or study evidence ready. The official application page decides the exact documents required.

Key amounts and dates to confirm

• Payment amount, income or asset limits
• When payments normally start and whether backdating is possible
• When support ends and whether renewal or updates are required
• Whether it can be combined with other support and whether repayment applies

These figures and dates depend on your circumstances and policy changes; iKoru does not estimate them.

Official information and application

• Work and Income — Official information and application

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• Working for Families
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