Family day care in Clyde and Clyde North

Home-based early learning in small groups for families in Clyde, Clyde North and the new estates in between. Run by a service based just up the road in Berwick.

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Childcare for a fast-growing area

Clyde and Clyde North have grown quickly, and families moving into new estates can find that the closest centres have waiting lists. Family day care can be a practical alternative, because new places open whenever a new educator registers in the area.

Your child is cared for in an educator's home, in a group of no more than seven children, with no more than four under school age. It's regulated under the same National Quality Framework as a centre.

Clyde doesn't have a train station, so many parents here drive to work or to Cranbourne or Berwick stations. Our early starts from 6am and late finishes to 7:30pm leave room for that commute.

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New suburbs need more early learning places. If you have a qualification in early childhood education, or are studying for one, you could run a family day care service from your own home with our support.

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Family day care in Clyde: common questions

Is there family day care in Clyde North?

Yes. We match families in Clyde and Clyde North with educators nearby, depending on vacancies. Tell us your estate or nearest school and we'll check who is closest.

Is there a waiting list?

It depends on the days you need and how close you want to be. Some educators have places straight away; for others we can put you on a list and let you know when one opens.

Can I get the Child Care Subsidy for family day care?

Family day care can attract the subsidy when the service is CCS-approved. Our approval is in progress, and we'll tell you as soon as it's confirmed. Our CCS calculator shows what you're likely to pay.

What should I ask when I visit an educator?

Ask about their daily routine, how they handle sleep and meals, how they communicate with families, what happens when they take leave, and what their outdoor space is like. Our guide to family day care has a full checklist.

Also nearby: Berwick · Narre Warren · Pakenham

Talk to us about care for your child

Tell us your suburb, your child's age and the days you need. We'll tell you honestly what's available near you, usually within one business day.

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