Skip to main content

FamilyBoost is a childcare payment to help eligible households pay for the cost of early childhood education (ECE).

If you're eligible you will be able to claim up to 25% of your weekly childcare fees, or a maximum of $975 every 3-months. Childcare fees can include optional charges and services.

Claims for FamilyBoost are for the household, not for each individual child. 

FamilyBoost can be claimed for the following quarters:

  • July to September
  • October to December
  • January to March
  • April to June.

What you will be able to get is based on what you earn.

Maximum amount refunded, paid quarterly based on yearly household income
Yearly household income Maximum amount refunded, paid quarterly
Up to $140,000 $975
$150,000 $731.25
$160,000 $487.50
$170,000 $243.75
Last updated: 20 Jun 2024
Jump back to the top of the page