The Student Care Fee Assistance (SCFA) subsidy in Singapore aims to provide additional financial support to lower- and middle-income families to help offset the costs of student care services for their primary school-going children. Eligibility for the SCFA subsidy is based on several criteria:
Eligibility Criteria:
- Household Income:
- Families with a gross monthly household income not exceeding a certain threshold are eligible. The income criteria vary based on the number of family members.
- Working Status of Parents:
- At least one parent or guardian must be employed for a minimum number of hours per month (e.g., 56 hours) or be self-employed.
- Parents in approved training or education programs may also meet the eligibility criteria.
- Child’s Age and Schooling:
- Typically, the SCFA subsidy is available for primary school-going children aged between 7 and 14 years old, attending primary school or Special Education (SPED) schools.
- Enrollment in Approved Student Care Centers:
- The child should be enrolled in an approved student care center that participates in the SCFA subsidy scheme.
Subsidy Amounts and Components:
- The SCFA subsidy provides financial assistance to eligible families, helping to offset the costs of student care services.
- The subsidy amount depends on the household income level and is designed to cover a percentage of the student care fees.
Application Process:
- Families interested in applying for the SCFA subsidy should contact the respective student care center to submit the necessary documents and information required for the application.
- The approval of subsidies is subject to verification of eligibility criteria and available funds allocated for subsidies by the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF).
Considerations:
- The SCFA subsidy aims to support families facing financial challenges in accessing student care services. However, specific eligibility criteria, subsidy amounts, and guidelines may be subject to updates or changes by the MSF.
- Families seeking the SCFA subsidy should regularly check for the latest information and guidelines provided by the government authorities or the respective student care centers to ensure accurate and updated details regarding eligibility and application procedures.