Family & children A2

Organize daycare space

How to compare childcare offers and secure a place early.

kita kinderbetreuung familie

What is that?

Daycare centers and day care support families in caring for children before school age.

Where do I do that?

Municipal daycare portals, youth welfare offices, independent providers and direct facilities.

Required documents

  • Proof of birth of the child
  • Registration address
  • Proof of employment (depending on the municipality)

Typical costs

Fee models differ depending on city, income and care time.

Note: Costs may vary by state or city.

Progress

  1. 1 Inform early
  2. 2 Request multiple facilities
  3. 3 Prepare documents
  4. 4 Compare commitments and scope of care

Important German words & sentences

die Kita - Kindertageseinrichtung
Der Betreuungsplatz - zugesicherter Platz
Das Jugendamt - kommunale Behörde für Kinder und Familie
Gibt es freie Plätze ab September?
Welche Betreuungszeiten bieten Sie an?

Common mistakes

  • • Anmeldung (official residence registration) that is too late greatly reduces the selection.

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