Child Care Subsidy provider compliance
CCS approved providers must comply with funding rules + record-keeping + minimum attendance.
Who must comply
CCS-approved ECEC providers.
What triggers it
Being CCS-approved.
When due
Per session; ongoing.
Evidence required
Attendance records; fee schedules; CCS reports; audit cooperation.
Max penalty
Recovery of subsidy; criminal prosecution for CCS fraud (years prison); loss of approval
Summary
Family Assistance Legislation Amendment (Cheaper Child Care) Act 2022 + ongoing CCS rules require approved providers to record attendance accurately, charge legitimate fees, retain records 5 years, report fraud / non-compliance. CCS fraud + manipulation is criminal.
Source legislation
Topics
Source: https://www.education.gov.au/early-childhood/child-care-subsidy. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.