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As a preschool operator, how do I manage the incidental charges before 1 May 2025?
The expansion of CDA usage to cover more incidental charges incurred at Baby Bonus approved preschools is effective from 1 May 2025.
The current approved uses of CDA remain unchanged until the revised CDA uses take effect on 1 May 2025. Please see summary table for the full list of incidental charges:
S/N | Incidental Charges | Approved Charges that can be paid using CDA | |
Before 1 May 2025 | From 1 May 2025 | ||
1 | Uniforms and attire | Yes | Yes |
2 | Insurance coverage | Yes | Yes |
3 | Transport to and from school | Yes | Yes |
4 | Field trips and excursions | Yes | Yes |
5 | School concerts | No | Yes |
6 | Photographs and videos take of school events and kids | No | Yes |
7 | Maintenance of parent-school online communication tools | Yes | Yes |
8 | Enrichment classes | No | Yes |
9 | E-learning materials | Yes | Yes |
10 | Academic materials and books | Yes | Yes |
11 | Meals during programme time | Yes | Yes |
12 | Bedding materials | Yes | Yes |
13 | Consumables for infants (e.g. diapers, milk powder) | No | Yes |
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Where can I find more information on the expansion of the Child Development Account (CDA) usage to cover more incidental charges at Baby Bonus approved preschool?
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