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In brief
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Duration: The demand is to be anticipated; the time limit for allocation depends on the municipality and the places available.
Cost: Depending on the structure and resources; help Caf/CMG possible depending on the mode of custody and your situation.
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Who this guide is for

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  • Active parents of children from about 2 months to 3 years
  • Families preparing for return to work after parental leave
  • Parents in need of childcare assistance (CMG)

To be prepared in advance

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  • Resource rationale (home income)
  • Proof of activity of at least one parent (work, study or job search)
  • Age of the child and desired date of beginning of custody

Step-by-step procedure

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  1. 1Contact your town hall or structure for registration rules, local calendar and waiting list.
  2. 2File the file and supporting documents requested by the municipality or crèche. Parts and deadlines vary locally.
  3. 3Ask what method of pricing applies. The crèches financed according to the national scale calculate the rate according to the resources and composition of the home; other structures set their own rates.
  4. 4Check with the Caf to see if you can benefit from the CMG for the chosen host mode. Conditions differ depending on the type of custody.
  5. 5If there is no room available, compare a family nursery, a micro-crèche, a registered kindergarten assistant or a home care worker.
  6. 6When a seat is offered, read the contract and confirm the hours, absences, leave and the amount to be paid.
  7. 7Refresh the file if your address, schedule or family situation changes.

Common mistakes

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  • Drop it too late and hope that a place will be released quickly.
  • Do not apply for the CMG from the first month of custody.
  • Watch only the nursery while the kindergarten assistant or the micro-crèche can be more realistic.

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Important remark

Family benefits and school rules depend on resources, the composition of the household and the department. This information is general; check your rights with the CAF, the town hall and the school.

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