Childcare in canton AI
All childcare options in canton AI
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| Type of care | Costs (without subsidies) | Costs (with subsidies) |
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| Daycare, full day | CHF 85–115 per day | Depending on municipality |
| Playgroup, half day | CHF 12–18 per half day | Rarely subsidised |
| Day mother (via association) | CHF 5–9 per hour | Income-dependent |
Childcare in Canton Appenzell Innerrhoden
Canton Appenzell Innerrhoden is the smallest canton in Switzerland. The childcare offering is limited but is being steadily expanded. In Appenzell and the surrounding districts there are individual daycare centres and playgroups.
Subsidies & discounts
In Canton Appenzell Innerrhoden there is currently no uniform subsidy system.
- Individual districts and municipalities support families with contributions
- Check directly with your district chancellery
Legal framework
Licensing requirements:
- Daycare centres require a cantonal licence
- Responsible authority: Department of Education
Tax deduction in Canton AI
For tax period 2026, the following caps apply per child in Canton AI:
| Direct federal tax | Cantonal tax AI | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum per child/year | CHF 25'800 | CHF 18'000 |
| Age limit | The child has not yet reached age 14 | The child has not yet reached age 14 |
Eligibility: Proven net costs borne by the family; the child lives in the same household. The care must be directly related to employment, education, or inability to work or provide care. For parents living together, both must be prevented from providing care for one of those reasons.
Official source: Innerrhoder Steuergesetz · Rules checked on 14.07.2026