FEES, CCS, ENROLMENT & AVAILABILITY
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Lakeside Creative Minds – Fees, CCS, Enrolment & Availability FAQs
Our fee is $167.20 per day for all ages. That is the full fee before the Child Care Subsidy is applied. Meals, cooked on site by our in-house chef, and nappies are included.
Fees last checked: September 2026.
The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) is an Australian Government subsidy that is paid directly to us and comes off your fee, so you only pay the gap. Depending on your family income, it can cover up to 90% of the fee, up to an hourly limit set by the government. Families may also be eligible for NSW Start Strong fee relief. Contact us and we can estimate what you would actually pay.
Yes. Eligible families can access CCS to reduce their out-of-pocket fees.
The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) is an Australian Government subsidy that is paid directly to us and comes off your fee, so you only pay the gap. Depending on your family income, it can cover up to 90% of the fee, up to an hourly limit set by the government. You apply for it through Services Australia, using your myGov account.
Yes. We can guide you through the process.
Yes, where applicable for eligible children.
This depends on enrolment details. We provide full transparency when you enquire.
Yes. All meals are included in the daily fee and are cooked on site by our in-house chef.
Yes. Nappies are provided at no additional cost.
You can enrol by contacting us directly to begin the process.
Yes. We maintain a waitlist depending on availability.
Wait times vary. Contacting us directly provides the most accurate update.
Yes. We encourage families to visit the centre.
As at September 2026 we have places available in every age group. Availability changes through the year, so contact us to confirm for the days you need.
Yes, subject to availability.
We will guide you through all required documentation.
Details are provided during the enrolment process.
Yes, depending on availability.
Yes. Flexible options are available.
We will explain the process and any notice requirements.
You can contact us via email or phone.
We usually respond very quickly to all enquiries.
Yes. Our daily fee is $167.20 before CCS. Tell us which days you need and your CCS percentage, and we will work out your out-of-pocket cost.
Fees may be reviewed periodically.
Yes. Families receive high-quality care, meals, nappies, and strong educational support.
Our daily fee is $167.20 for all ages, before the Child Care Subsidy. For an estimate of what you would pay after CCS, contact us directly.