How to start a preschool in Denmark

Establishing a

Regulations

Health safety: While the provided source primarily focuses on physical space and pedagogical

Licensing overview: To open a private childcare institution in Denmark, you must

Licensing authority: Pladsanvisningen, Københavns Kommune

Staff qualifications: The source material does not explicitly detail specific

Facility requirements: Private childcare institutions in Denmark must adhere to specific

Curriculum requirements: Private childcare institutions are mandated to meet both national

Startup costs

Startup costs for a private childcare institution in Denmark can vary significantly. A smaller

Timeline

1. Application Submission and Initial Deposit (Variable, depending on preparation): The first step involves preparing and submitting your application to Pladsanvisningen

2. Approval and Operating Permit (Variable): Once your application, including the operating permit from Center for Byggeri,

3. Ongoing Operations and Subsidy Management (Ongoing): After approval and opening, the institution will receive monthly subsidies

4. Meeting Pedagogical Requirements (Ongoing): Throughout operation, the institution must continuously demonstrate

5. Compliance with Danish Language and Values (Ongoing): The institution must maintain Danish as the main language, supporting Danish

6. Managing Closing Days and Alternative Care (Annual planning): Institutions can plan closing days, but exceeding 9 days annually will affect

Next steps: explore the IPC curriculum, read about preschool enrollment, or browse all start-a-preschool guides.

Frequently asked questions

What are the primary physical requirements for a private childcare institution in Denmark?

Institutions must provide 3 m" per nursery child and 2 m" per kindergarten

What pedagogical and linguistic requirements must private childcare institutions meet?

Institutions must satisfy both national and municipal objectives for daycare and prepare

How are subsidies calculated for private childcare institutions in Copenhagen?

Subsidies are granted per child based on their age and consist of an operating subsidy,

What is the process for applying to open a private childcare institution?

To apply, you must submit an application to Pladsanvisningen and concurrently pay a deposit

Can I operate a private childcare institution with a language other than Danish as the main language?

While Danish is generally required as the main language to support integration into Danish

What are the requirements regarding opening hours and closing days for private institutions?

To receive the full subsidy, institutions must be open for a minimum of 48 hours per week