Fees and payments
We are committed to maintaining affordable child care for UBC families. Find information below about how to pay, when to pay and our current fees.
How to pay
All payments are made through automatic, monthly Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT).
When to pay
Fees are due on the first of each month (e.g. September 1).
Current fees
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Quick facts
Fees for group child care
From birth to school age (Kindergarten)
All settings, except for Heron’s Landing
Enrolment | Monthly fee | Fee type |
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Full day | $200 | $10 a day |
Heron’s Landing
Age group | Enrolment | UBC students (Monthly fee) | UBC employees (Monthly fee) |
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Under 3 years old | Full day | $895 | $1,020 |
2.5 years old to school age | Full day | $775 | $850 |
Fees for before-and-after-school care
Kindergarten and up
Professional development (Pro-D) days are included in the monthly fee (no additional cost for these days). During Winter and Spring break closures, additional costs apply.
Age group | Enrolment | UBC students and employees (Monthly fee) | Non-UBC affiliated (Monthly fee) |
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Kindergarten | Before-and-after-school | $221 | $271 |
Kindergarten | After school only | $308 | $358 |
Grades 1–3 | Before-and-after-school | $426 | $476 |
Grades 1–3 | After school only | $411 | $461 |
Grade 4 and up | Before-and-after-school | $415 | $465 |
Grade 4 and up | After school only | $400 | $450 |
Fees for Summer program
Kindergarten and up
Professional development (Pro-D) days are included in the monthly fee (no additional cost for these days). During Winter and Spring break closures, additional costs apply.
Age Group | Weekly fee |
---|---|
Kindergarten | $178 |
Grade 1 to 7 | $229 |
FAQs
What is the deposit when I accept my offer?
A $200 deposit is required to officially accept a child care offer. Information about how to pay your deposit will be provided at the time of the offer.
What happens if I have unpaid fees?
Please note that failure to pay any outstanding fees charged to you will result in the following:
When do I receive my tax receipt?
Child care fees are tax deductible when you file your annual income taxes. Receipts for income tax purposes are available each year at the end of February—for the previous year. For example, your receipt for fees paid in 2023 will be available by the end of February 2024.
Learn more about personal income tax in Canada.