You are eligible for childcare allowance if:

• you (both) work
• you study (a study authorised by DUO, i.e. the Education Executive Agency of the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science)
• you take a learning path to find a job
• you take part in a compulsory reintegration programme

How do I apply for childcare allowance?

You apply for childcare allowance on the website of the tax authorities. To do this, you require the LRK number of your playgroup:

When do I apply for childcare allowance?

You can apply for childcare allowance right now. You should do this preferably three months before your child starts attending the playgroup in order to receive the childcare allowance on your bank account in time.

For how many hours do I request childcare allowance?

You apply for childcare allowance for 26.67 hours per month, i.e. 2 half days a week. The playgroup is open 40 weeks a year, but you pay per month. You will also receive childcare allowance per month.

• 2 half days a week = 8 hours a week
• 40 weeks  = 320 hours of care a year
• 320 hours / 12 months  = 26.67 hours a month

My child has a VVE indication and attends the playgroup four mornings a week. Do I need to apply for subsidy / childcare allowance for more hours?

Children with a VVE indication attend the playgroup 4 half days a week. The municipality fully pays 2 half days, so you only pay a contribution for the remaining 2 half days. You therefore apply for 26.67 hours subsidy a month.

How much will I have to pay for the playgroup?

If you are entitled to childcare allowance from the Tax Administration, the hourly rate in 2024 is € 10.85 gross. You will receive the childcare allowance on your own bank account. The allowance is paid monthly in advance on the 20th of the month. If this is a Saturday or Sunday, you will receive the allowance on Monday.

In need for assistance?

Would you like help applying for the childcare allowance? Please contact GOOS for free help in applying or changing the childcare allowance.