Brisbane Childcare Centres and Programs
Most types of child care in Queensland are licensed by the Queensland Government Department of Families. The Department provides information to parents via the Child Care Information Service (CCIS). The CCIS provides free brochures and a helpline as well as a great deal of information on their website.
The CCIS helpline number is: (07) 3224 4225 or Freecall 1800 637 711 (from outside Brisbane).
The types of care available as stipulated by the Department of Families are as follows
- full day care at a centre
- part day care at a centre
- casual care at a centre
- full day care in family day care
- part day care in family day care
- care for children of rotating shift workers
- work related evening care
- occasional care
- weekend care in a centre
The facilities cater for a range of childhood age groups, including:-
- community kindergartens for 3-5 year olds
- preschools for 4-5 year olds
- outside school hours care
The type of in-home child carers varies, such as:-
- nannies
- au-pairs
- baby-sitters
Child care facilities are offered by both private businesses and community based, non-profit organisations. Both charge fees, although the fees may be lower for community facilities. All facilities are licensed by the Department of Families and information relating to both can be obtained from the Child Care Information Service.
If you wish to obtain information relating specifically to Community based services, contact the Creche & Kindergarten Association of Queensland on (07) 3552 5333 or tollfree on 1800 177 092 or visit their website.