Childcare in canton SG
All childcare options in canton SG
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| Type of care | Costs (without subsidies) | Costs (with subsidies) |
|---|---|---|
| Daycare, full day | CHF 90–120 per day | Income-dependent |
| Playgroup, half day | CHF 14–22 per half day | Partially subsidised |
| Day mother (via association) | CHF 5–10 per hour | Income-dependent |
Childcare in Canton St. Gallen
Canton St. Gallen enacted a new Childcare Act (KiBG) in 2019, which obliges municipalities to ensure an adequate childcare offering and to introduce income-dependent parental contributions. This has led to a significant expansion of the offering.
Subsidies & discounts
Canton St. Gallen created a framework with the Childcare Act (KiBG) of 2019:
- Municipalities must ensure an adequate childcare offering
- Parental contributions must be income-dependent
- The canton contributes with payments to the municipalities
- The City of St. Gallen offers comprehensive income-dependent rates
Check with your municipality of residence about the specific subsidy model.
Legal framework
Licensing requirements in Canton St. Gallen:
- Daycare centres require a cantonal operating licence
- Responsible authority: Office for Social Affairs
Tax deduction in Canton St. Gallen
In Canton St. Gallen, you can deduct childcare costs as follows:
| Federal tax | Cantonal tax SG | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum amount per child/year | CHF 10'100 | CHF 10'100 |
| Age limit | Under 14 years | Under 14 years |
| Requirement | Employment of both parents | Employment of both parents |
Office for Social Affairs Canton St. Gallen https://www.sg.ch/gesundheit-soziales/soziales/kinder-und-jugendliche/kindertagesbetreuung.html
kibesuisse https://www.kibesuisse.ch/