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title: "Kindergarten and preschool funding explained"
url: https://www.creativegarden.com.au/family-information/funded-kindergarten-preschool
description: "Save more on kindergarten and preschool with our government-approved programs. Find a centre near you today"
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date: 2024-09-30
modified: 2024-10-18
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# Kindergarten and preschool funding explained

## Kindergarten and preschool funding explained

Families around Australia can benefit from state government funded kindergarten and preschool subsidies to further reduce their out-of-pocket costs. This subsidy is currently available in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria, in addition to the [childcare subsidy](/childcare-subsidy) your family is eligible for, which is available nationwide depending on your family’s individual eligibility.

Plus, in some states, families can benefit from two years of government-funded kindergarten and preschool programs for eligible 3-year-old and 4-year-old children.

At Creative Garden centres that offer government-funded programs, our families enjoy the convenience and peace of mind of incorporating kindergarten or preschool into a long daycare service. This means you can benefit from 9, 10, 11, or full-day sessions, and your daily fee may be reduced by the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) plus the funded kindergarten or preschool subsidy in your state.

Whether you’re a parent who works, studies, or needs additional flexibility in your day, our enhanced learning program for kindergarten and preschool includes access to the government-funded program within a long daycare setting.

Read on below to learn about the funding for kindergarten and preschool in your state.

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[New South Wales - “Start Strong Program”](/family-information/funded-kindergarten-preschool/nsw)

The New South Wales government funds preschool education through the "Start Strong" program. This initiative provides financial support to community preschools, mobile preschools, and long day care services.

[NSW preschool program](/family-information/funded-kindergarten-preschool/nsw)

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[VIC – “Kinder: Best Start, Best Life”](/family-information/funded-kindergarten-preschool/victoria)

The Victorian Government's funded kindergarten program is called "Kinder: Best Start, Best Life." Under this initiative, your child could be eligible for up to 15 hours per week of kinder, at low or no cost. 

[VIC kinder program](/family-information/funded-kindergarten-preschool/victoria)

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[Queensland - “Free Kindy”](/family-information/funded-kindergarten-preschool/queensland)

The Queensland Government's funded kindergarten program is called "Free Kindy." This program provides 15 hours per week of government-approved kindergarten education for 40 weeks per year.

[QLD kindy program](/family-information/funded-kindergarten-preschool/queensland)

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[South Australia](/family-information/funded-kindergarten-preschool/south-australia)

G8 Education have over 20 centres across South Australia offering an enhanced learning program for preschool, with the convenience of extended hours year-round for busy families.

[SA preschool program](/family-information/funded-kindergarten-preschool/south-australia)

### Ready to start your journey with us?

Find a centre to start your journey today. If you would like to find out more about our preschool and kindergarten availability, please contact our Family Support Team.

[Find a centre](/our-centres)
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