Tuition Support and Discounts

Explore ways to lower your tuition costs.*

You may qualify for financial assistance or discounts based on your state, your child’s age, and your family’s needs.

Some programs are offered directly through Champions. Others, like tax credits, military benefits, child care assistance, and employer-sponsored support, are available through public or employer programs.

Connect with your site director to find out what you might be eligible for. They'll also provide any discount codes or authorization numbers you’ll need before you enroll.

Child Care Assistance

Champions partners with agencies to help qualifying families access low- to no-cost tuition.

Next Steps

Check your eligibility.

Visit your state’s agency website to find out if you qualify. TIP: Ask the agency about a 12-month authorization t o avoid child care gaps.

Find Your State
Submit the application to your agency.

Some sites require a provider ID—ask your site director. Processing times vary, so don’t wait!
Check in with your site director before registering.
Confirm what information you will need to complete registration (like authorization or codes).
Enroll!

Find a location and enroll once you have the required information. Enroll today!

Need to switch child care providers or locations?

Submit a Change of Provider Request to your agency with your case number, child’s name, and new provider ID.

How to renew your financial aid.

Know your renewal date.
Contact your agency at least 30 days before your assistance ends and keep an eye out for renewal notifications.
Renew on time.
Submit your paperwork on time to avoid a lapse in coverage and/or out-of-pocket costs. If your assistance ends or lapses, reapply as soon as possible if you’re eligible.
Submit your approval.
Once your assistance is renewed, email or submit a copy to your site director.

Child Care Tax Credit

Tax credits can help lower your out-of-pocket child care costs—sometimes even more than tax deductions!** Your family may qualify for:

Federal Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit:
Up to $2,100 for two or more dependents
Up to $1,050 for one dependent

Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC):
Up to $4,328 for one child (based on income)
Up to $7,152 for two children (based on income)
Up to $8,046 for three or more children (based on income)

Child Tax Credit:
$2,000 per child under age 16
State Tax Benefits
More savings may be available in your state. Check with your tax advisor to make sure you’re claiming every benefit you’re eligible for. File before the deadline to claim your benefits!

**Champions does not provide tax advice. This material is for informational purposes only. Please consult your tax advisor.

Military Discounts

Check in with your site director before registering. Confirm what information you will need to complete registration (like authorization or codes).

More Ways to Save

Whether you’re new to us, work with us, or refer a friend to us, there may be ways to save on tuition!

Check with your site director to see if you qualify for any discounts. They will provide any required discount codes for you to enter when registering.

Multi-Child Discount

When you enroll more than one child, you’ll receive a tuition discount. Talk with your site director about your sibling situation.

Employer-Sponsored Discounts

Your employer may offer tuition assistance as part of your employee benefits package. Check with your HR manager to see what’s available to you.

Refer-a-Friend

Send a friend to one of our sites, and when they enroll full-time, you may be eligible for a tuition credit.

Employee Discount
As a Champions or KinderCare Learning Companies employee, you may be eligible for other discounts or tuition credits. Talk with your HR manager about what’s currently available to you.

Questions?

Our Family Support team is here for you at Call us at 800-246-2154.

*Eligibility may vary by location. No retroactive discounts will be applied. Discounts may not be combined with other available tuition discounts; however, families may select the most favorable option. Families receiving government-subsidized care may apply the discount only to the parent-paid portion in accordance with agency rules. Subject to space availability.