Childcare in canton OW
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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 Obwalden
Canton Obwalden is a small Central Swiss canton with a manageable but solid childcare offering. In Sarnen and the surrounding municipalities there are daycare centres, playgroups and day families. The range of services is being continuously expanded.
Subsidies & discounts
In Canton Obwalden, 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 in Canton Obwalden:
- Daycare centres require a cantonal operating licence
- Responsible authority: Social Services Office Canton Obwalden
Tax deduction in Canton OW
For tax period 2026, the following caps apply per child in Canton OW:
| Direct federal tax | Cantonal tax OW | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum per child/year | CHF 25'800 | CHF 10'000 |
| 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: Obwaldner Steuergesetz, aktuelle Fassung · Rules checked on 14.07.2026