A GROVEDALE childcare centre has spoken out about proposed changes to the childcare rebate system, saying it is standing by families with young children.
\nThe Coalition\u2019s $40 billion childcare package, which has yet to pass the Senate, has been criticised for its tougher requirements, including families having to pass an activity test to be eligible for funding.
\nModelling released earlier this month by the Australian National University suggested more families would be worse off under the changes. to support families Torquay Road Early Learning and Kinder director Stephanie Archer said families were already doing it tough and \u201cwe don\u2019t want to see any children disadvantaged by losing access to early learning\u201d.
\n\u201cIn an industry that should be focused on the provision of quality early learning and care, of good old-fashioned love, individual attention, learning and support, it is disappointing to see the shift in focus.
\n\u201cWe are and will always be advocates for the children in our care; they are the future of our local community.
\n\u201cIn fact, our resolve has been strengthened by the shift and now more than ever we are dedicated to providing every child with the best possible start in life.\u201d
\nShe said her centre remained focused \u201con providing every child with quality early learning and care in a fun and dynamic environment,\u201d including a recent investment in landscaping its outdoor area into a purpose-built, all natural-environment for children.
\nEducation Minister Simon Birmingham said the Coalition\u2019s childcare package included $3 billion in extra funding.
\nHe said the changes included abolishing the $7,500 cap on childcare for families earning $185,710 or less, and increasing the cap to $10,000 for families earning more than $185,710.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
A GROVEDALE childcare centre has spoken out about proposed changes to the childcare rebate system, saying it is standing by families with young children. The Coalition\u2019s $40 billion childcare package, which has yet to pass the Senate, has been criticised for its tougher requirements, including families having to pass an activity test to be eligible […]<\/p>\n