Are your services submitting session reports correctly?

Submitting session reports accurately and on time is not just a government requirement; it’s a crucial aspect of your service’s operational efficiency and compliance. Failure to do so can have severe consequences, impacting families’ child care subsidy (CCS) and even putting your approval at risk. But fear not, Child Care Central is here to simplify and empower your journey through session reporting.

Understanding the Basics

A timesheet summarises a child’s weekly care sessions, including charged and attended hours, absences, and fees.

Why Weekly Session Reports Matter

Weekly session reports are your gateway to informing CCS and Services Australia about the care sessions at your service. The information submitted is used in calculating the subsidy the family is entitled to. Even if a child is not eligible for CCS, you must submit reports for all enrolled children. Timing is critical; reports must be submitted within 14 days after the week of care.

The Importance of Accuracy and Timeliness

Services Australia relies on these reports to calculate and process CCS payments. As a provider, you have a legal responsibility to ensure all session reports are complete, accurate, and submitted on time. Inaccuracies or delays may lead to families paying too much or incurring CCS debts.

Consequences of Non-Compliance

Failure to submit accurate session reports on time could result in repercussions such as imposing conditions on your approval, issuing infringements, loss of subsidy and directing you to amend reports.

Child Care Central to the Rescue

With Child Care Central, take control of your session reports effortlessly. Our user-friendly system allows you to navigate the complexities with ease, ensuring accurate and timely submissions. From reporting dates, times, absences, fee information, to educator or preschool information, Child Care Central streamlines the process for you.