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Kindergarten enrolment

Children are usually enrolled directly with the chosen kindergarten. Check local enrolment periods, admission priorities and available places; mid-year enrolment may be possible.

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Official sourceeUprava
Content reviewedSeptember 21, 2026
At a glance

Children are usually enrolled directly with the chosen kindergarten. Check local enrolment periods, admission priorities and available places; mid-year enrolment may be possible.

Key information

Where to applyApply to your chosen kindergarten. Obtain the form and instructions there; electronic application is available in some municipalities.
When to applyAdmission may be possible during the year if places are available. Kindergartens publish an annual admissions call for the next school year.
Minimum ageA child may enter kindergarten from at least 11 months of age, provided the parents are no longer using parental leave in the form of full absence from work.
Application formThere is no single standard form for every municipality; follow the instructions of the chosen kindergarten or local authority.

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1
    Choose a kindergarten and read its admission instructions.

    Parents are not limited to kindergartens in their own municipality. Check the admissions call, available places and the application method at the kindergarten you are considering.

  2. 2
    Obtain the correct application form.

    The kindergarten normally provides the form. If a municipality offers a shared or online application, follow the municipality's instructions or use the official online service.

  3. 3
    Apply within the admissions period, or promptly for mid-year admission.

    Observe the published deadline for the new school year. Admission during the year is possible where places are still available.

  4. 4
    Complete the admission arrangements after acceptance.

    The kindergarten informs you of the start date and conditions. On admission, you must also provide a paediatrician's certificate concerning the child's health.

Before submitting, check

  • the exact public admissions deadline for the chosen kindergarten or municipality
  • the selection criteria if there are more applications than available places
  • whether the municipality offers a joint or online application
  • the date on which the child meets the minimum age requirement
Deadlines and conditions can change. If our summary differs from the latest official notice, the responsible institution’s official information prevails.

Frequently asked questions

Where should I submit the kindergarten application?

Normally, directly to your chosen kindergarten, which also provides the form. Some municipalities offer a joint or online process, so check the kindergarten's or municipality's instructions.

Can I enrol a child during the school year?

Yes, if the kindergarten has an available place. Kindergartens also publish a public admissions call for new children at least once a year for the following school year.

Must I choose a kindergarten in my home municipality?

No. Parents may choose a kindergarten in another municipality, although local admissions criteria may affect priority when applications exceed capacity.

When can a child start kindergarten?

Once the child is at least 11 months old and the parents are no longer taking parental leave in the form of full absence from work.

Administrative steps after a child’s birthSome information is registered automatically, while some benefits require an application. Check child benefits, parental entitlements and insurance.Applying for child benefitCheck eligibility, when an application is required and which social work centre decides the claim.Applying for parental leaveThe type of entitlement, leave period and timely arrangements with the competent social work centre are important.Applying for paternity leaveCheck the current duration, claim deadlines and application method with the competent social work centre.