Childcare in canton AR
All childcare options in canton AR
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| Type of care | Costs (without subsidies) | Costs (with subsidies) |
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| Daycare, full day | CHF 90–120 per day | Income-dependent depending on municipality |
| Playgroup, half day | CHF 12–20 per half day | Rarely subsidised |
| Day mother (via association) | CHF 5–9 per hour | Income-dependent |
Childcare in Canton Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Canton Appenzell Ausserrhoden has a growing childcare offering, particularly in Herisau and Teufen. The offering in smaller municipalities is more limited. The canton actively supports the expansion of childcare.
Subsidies & discounts
In Canton Appenzell Ausserrhoden, the municipalities are responsible for subsidies.
- Individual municipalities offer income-dependent contributions
- Check with your municipality of residence about the current arrangements
Legal framework
Licensing requirements:
- Daycare centres require a cantonal operating licence
- Responsible authority: Department of Education and Culture
Tax deduction in Canton AR
For tax period 2026, the following caps apply per child in Canton AR:
| Direct federal tax | Cantonal tax AR | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum per child/year | CHF 25'800 | CHF 25'000 |
| 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: Ausserrhoder Steuergesetz · Rules checked on 14.07.2026