types of Childcare in Queensland
1. Long Day Care (LDC)
Centre-based care for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.

Operates typically from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm on weekdays.

Structured programs often include early learning curriculums such as the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).

Eligible for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS).

2. Family Day Care (FDC)
Care provided in a registered educator’s home.

Small group settings (usually up to 4 non-school-aged children).

Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends in some cases.

Suitable for families seeking a more home-like environment.

3. Kindergarten (Pre-Prep)
Programs for 4-year-olds in the year before they start school.

15 hours per week for 40 weeks per year, typically during school terms.

Delivered in standalone kindergartens or within LDC centres.

Funded and regulated by the Queensland Government.