Child care services and support
Financial support for single parents
As a single parent you may be eligible for Centrelink’s Parenting Payment if you care for at least one child under the age of 8 years. The payment amount received depends on your income and assets.
Other financial assistance
Available child care payments
Children’s playgroups
Read information about children’s playgroups and where they are in your area.
Early childhood education and care
To find approved child care services and vacancies in your area:
- contact the Child Care Access Hotline on 1800 670 305
- visit the My Child website
- visit the Office for Early Childhood Education and Care website.
Early childhood careers
Read about how you can have a career in early childhood.
Legislative standards for childcare facilities
There are minimum standards that all Queensland child care providers must meet. Read details about child care:
- legislation
- compliance
- quality assessment and ratings
- licensing standards
- building standards
- blue cards.
