Childcare in canton SO
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Cities
| Type of care | Costs (without subsidies) | Costs (with subsidies) |
|---|---|---|
| Daycare, full day | CHF 95–125 per day | Income-dependent (varies by municipality) |
| Playgroup, half day | CHF 12–20 per half day | Rarely subsidised |
| Day mother (via association) | CHF 5–10 per hour | Income-dependent |
Childcare in Canton Solothurn
Canton Solothurn offers a solid range of daycare centres, playgroups and day families. The largest selection is in the cities of Solothurn and Olten. The canton has a childcare act that obliges municipalities to provide services.
Subsidies & discounts
In Canton Solothurn, the municipalities are responsible for subsidies.
- Many municipalities offer income-dependent rates
- The cantonal Social Welfare Act obliges municipalities to ensure an adequate offering
- Check with your municipality of residence about subsidies
Legal framework
Licensing requirements in Canton Solothurn:
- Daycare centres require a cantonal operating licence
- Responsible authority: Office for Social Security
Tax deduction in Canton SO
For tax period 2026, the following caps apply per child in Canton SO:
| Direct federal tax | Cantonal tax SO | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum per child/year | CHF 25'800 | CHF 25'800 |
| 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: Kanton Solothurn: Kinderangaben 2026 · Rules checked on 14.07.2026