To further support service providers with the Building Blocks Expansion Grant Scheme that opened for applications on 22 February 2024, a Frequently Asked Questions document is now available on the Early Years Hive. More detailed information can be found in the Applicant Guidelines.

We would like to remind applicants that closing date for submitting applications to Building Blocks Expansion Grant Scheme is 3 April 2024.

National Childcare Scheme

Increase to NCS subsidy rates

Please see the below important update for ELC/SAC providers on the increase to the minimum subsidy rate & certain sponsor rates for the National Childcare