Childcare in canton TG
All childcare options in canton TG
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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 5–10 per hour | Income-dependent |
Childcare in Canton Thurgau
Canton Thurgau offers a growing childcare network with a focus on Frauenfeld, Kreuzlingen and Weinfelden. The municipalities are responsible for ensuring the offering. The canton actively supports expansion.
Subsidies & discounts
In Canton Thurgau, the municipalities are responsible for subsidies.
- Larger municipalities offer income-dependent rates
- Check with your municipality of residence about subsidies
Legal framework
Licensing requirements in Canton Thurgau:
- Daycare centres require a cantonal operating licence
- Responsible authority: Office for Health
Tax deduction in Canton TG
For tax period 2026, the following caps apply per child in Canton TG:
| Direct federal tax | Cantonal tax TG | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum per child/year | CHF 25'800 | CHF 10'100 |
| 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.
Cantonal special rule: Without proof of the pure care component, 75% of the invoiced amount is normally used. The deduction is also capped by the lower employment income after professional expenses.
Official source: Thurgauer Steuerpraxis: Drittbetreuungskosten · Rules checked on 14.07.2026