Early Learning Services

To join the waiting list for Council-operated children and early learning services, please use the online form linked below.

PLEASE NOTE: A non-refundable application fee currently applies, but this fee will be abolished from July 1, 2025.

Apply to be on the waiting list

View the current fees & charges

You may be eligible for government Child Care Subsidies. Use the Starting Blocks fees estimator to find out what your family might pay for education and care:

Fees Estimator

Early Learning and Preschool services are recipients of funding under the department’s Start Strong for Long Day Care and Preschool program and fee relief is available for the families of eligible children.