Oscar subsidies

Out of School Care and Recreation (OSCAR) Subsidy is a payment which helps families with the costs of before and after school care for up to 20 hours a week, and school holiday programmes for up to 50 hours a week.

The OSCAR Standards provide reassurance to parents and caregivers that a programme is properly run and takes place in a safe environment for children. In addition, parents and caregivers may qualify for an OSCAR Subsidy. Parents of children attending unapproved programmes cannot receive an OSCAR Subsidy.

OSCAR programmes hold Level 3 Social Sector Accreditation. This means families using our programme may be eligible to apply for the OSCAR Childcare Subsidy through Work and Income (WINZ) to help cover programme fees.

Check Your Eligibility

​To see if you are eligible for a Work & Income Subsidy and to receive more information click HERE.

The latest OSCAR Subsidy income thresholds and maximum rates are HERE.

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After School Care & Holiday programmes are proudly supported by funding from the Ministry of Social Development.