All children from age 1 have the right to municipal daycare. The monthly fee is income-based with a cap around 295 euros for the first child (2024 figures), less for additional children.
All children from age 1 have the right to municipal daycare. The monthly fee is income-based with a cap around 295 euros for the first child (2024 figures), less for additional children. The third child onwards is free. Many municipalities offer private daycare vouchers as an alternative. Apply for daycare at your city's early childhood education office well in advance - waiting lists exist especially in cities. Children attend on average 8 hours per day.
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