Accountant for Family Day Care Educators
Running family day care from home means your tax is different from a normal job. We help educators set up correctly, claim the right home and business costs, and lodge on time.
✔ Free consultation✔ Free fixed-fee quote✔ In person or 100% online
What we do for educators
- ABN setup when you start
- Yearly sole trader tax return
- Working out the business share of home running costs such as electricity and gas
- Claims for food, toys, learning resources, equipment and cleaning
- Car expenses for excursions and business travel
- Simple record-keeping templates
Things to know
- Keep records of hours the children are in your care
- Keep receipts for food, resources and equipment
- Some home costs relate to the area of your home used for the business
- Claiming certain home costs can affect capital gains tax when you sell your home – get advice first
General information only. This page is a general overview and is not tax advice. Deductions and tax rules have conditions and record-keeping requirements, and depend on your circumstances. Talk to us before you claim.
How it works
Free consultation
Call 0466 268 405, (03) 9007 7892 or book online.
Free fixed quote
A clear, fixed-fee quote before any work starts.
Send documents online
Upload or email from your phone – no office visit needed.
Done & lodged
We lodge on time and explain everything in plain English.
Educators: claim what you are entitled to
Free consultation and a free, no-obligation fixed quote. Australia-wide.
0466 268 405Frequently asked questions
Can family day care educators claim electricity and gas?
The business share of running costs is often claimable, usually based on hours and area used. We will work out a fair method with you.
Do I need an ABN?
Most family day care educators operate as sole traders with an ABN.
Will claiming home costs affect selling my house?
It can. Claiming some home costs may affect the main residence capital gains tax exemption. We explain this before you claim.
How much does it cost?
Sole trader tax returns start from $150 + GST. We give you a fixed quote first.
Related
General information only, current as at November 2026. Every situation is different – contact us for advice about your circumstances.