Child care rebate whilst on maternity leave?

[chody47]

I know I've got a while to plan and organise things still, but I was wondering if anyone knew if being on maternity leave meets the work requirements for qualifying for the child care rebate? I'd like to keep DD in childcare 1 day a week whilst I'm on leave (as opposed to the 4 days whilst working) as she not only loves it but it'll make it easier to get spots when I go back to work and I want her to stay used to it. Anyway, if I will be paying the full price I'm not sure i could justify it as we will be on a lower wage.

Does anyone know?

[Muppity]

I'm pretty sure that while you are on official mat leave (so up to a year) you can still claim it

[FabFiona]

Yep, definitely for 12 months as long as you are returning to work. I kept DS1 on child care while I was on mat leave mainly to keep the place but also to give Ds2 and I some one on one time. It was great.


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[Nai]

Yes, you are technically still employed and on leave so you can still claim provided you are planning to return to work.

[chody47]

Thanks everyone. I'll definitely be returning to work, we not only need the money but I do really enjoy my job.