Family Day Care

The Y WA Family Day Care is a unique and rewarding child care solution for many Western Australian families.

Important COVID-19 Lockdown Information

Our educators are operating their services business as usual, offering care for children of both essential and non-essential workers. 

From Sunday 14 February 12:01am it is not compulsory to wear a mask, however we continue to practise social distancing and hand hygiene and ask that you do the same as per government health directives.

Please check with your local Family Day Care educator directly if you have any questions regarding their operation.

We believe that learning happens best in a home environment that is safe and secure. Our Educators are Early Childhood Education Professionals who are registered and managed by the the Y WA Family Resource Centre in Busselton. Care for children are provided in the home of the Educator for up to four children under school age and three school aged children.

The Y WA performs stringent recruitment processes, ensuring all Educators maintain current qualification requirements and adhere to our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy. 

Family Day Care fosters strong, capable and competent learners. Educators provide children and families with experiences that reflect their local community, and provides opportunity for siblings to be together in a child care setting. With flexible hours, weekend care and overnight care, Family Day Care is often the very best solution for many families.

Who is it for?

Family Day Care is suitable for children aged between 0-12years

How much does it cost?

Each educator is self-employed and sets their own fees, it is recommended that families discuss fees with their educator at the enrolment interview.

Are there rebates or assistance available?

Fee assistance is available to eligible families. Families are encouraged to contact Centrelink to ensure the have been assessed. Centrelink can be contacted on 13 61 50.

Where is Family Day Care located?

Enrol Your Child In Family Day Care Here

Resources

• Family Day Care Information Booklet
• Centrelink Fee Assistance Information

More Information

Please contact the the Y WA Family Resource Centre:

The Y Family Resource Centre

Address
Busselton Community Resource Centre
Unit 3/21 Cammilleri Street

Mail Box
PO Box 1201
Busselton WA 6280

Phone: 9752 4033 | Fax: 9752 4772
Email: denise.lynch@ymcawa.org.au

Becoming a Family Day Care Educator