Free childcare calculators
Get instant answers to your childcare funding questions with our easy-to-use tools. Check eligibility, estimate savings, and plan your application timeline.
Eligibility Checker
Instantly check if you meet the criteria for 15 or 30 hours government-funded childcare. Get personalized results based on your working status, income, and family circumstances.
Features:
- Instant eligibility results
- Income and working hours check
- Partner eligibility assessment
- Next steps guidance
Savings Calculator
Estimate your monthly savings with funded hours. Compare costs with and without government funding, and see how much you could save per year.
Features:
- Monthly savings estimate
- Regional cost variations
- Annual savings projection
- Compare funding options
Deadline Planner
Plan your childcare funding application with personalized deadlines. Get recommended application dates, term start dates, and reconfirmation reminders.
Features:
- Personalized timeline
- Application deadlines
- Term start dates
- Reconfirmation reminders
How to use our calculators
Get the most accurate results by following these simple steps
Start with eligibility
Use the eligibility checker first to see if you qualify for funded hours
Calculate savings
Estimate how much you could save with the savings calculator
Plan your timeline
Use the deadline planner to know when to apply and when your child can start
Need more help?
Explore our comprehensive guides for detailed information and step-by-step instructions.