The Local Switzerland https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Switzerland in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Five things to consider when organising childcare in Switzerland Switzerland's childcare costs are among the world's highest, although there are some ways to save. Originally from the United States but now raising children in Zug, writer Ashley Franzen takes you through some of the most important things you need to consider when finding childcare in Switzerland. https://www.thelocal.ch/20220805/five-things-to-consider-when-organising-childcare-in-switzerland Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:27:58 +0200 five-things-to-consider-when-organising-childcare-in-switzerland What alternative childcare options do I have in Zurich? From nurseries to private nannies, there are more than a dozen options for childcare in Zurich. https://www.thelocal.ch/20210802/what-childcare-options-do-i-have-in-zurich Mon, 02 Aug 2021 16:02:09 +0200 what-childcare-options-do-i-have-in-zurich How to save money on childcare in Zurich Zurich is Switzerland's most populous canton and one of the most expensive. Here's how to save a little on childcare. https://www.thelocal.ch/20210806/how-to-save-money-on-childcare-in-zurich Fri, 06 Aug 2021 12:23:53 +0200 how-to-save-money-on-childcare-in-zurich How to save money on childcare in Switzerland Childcare is a huge expense in Switzerland. Here’s how to reduce your costs. https://www.thelocal.ch/20210727/how-to-find-affordable-childcare-in-switzerland Tue, 27 Jul 2021 17:40:22 +0200 how-to-find-affordable-childcare-in-switzerland What is emergency childcare in Switzerland and how do I access it? If for some reason you need someone to take care of your kids at short notice in Switzerland, one option is emergency care. Here's what you need to know. https://www.thelocal.ch/20210804/what-is-emergency-childcare-in-switzerland-and-how-do-i-access-it Wed, 04 Aug 2021 14:50:06 +0200 what-is-emergency-childcare-in-switzerland-and-how-do-i-access-it How Switzerland is assisting parents hit by the coronavirus crisis Parents required to miss work while taking care of their kids due to the coronavirus crisis can apply for compensation from the Swiss government. Here’s how. https://www.thelocal.ch/20200408/coronavirus-how-parents-in-switzerland-can-apply-for-lost-income Wed, 08 Apr 2020 12:51:28 +0200 coronavirus-how-parents-in-switzerland-can-apply-for-lost-income How Switzerland plans to keep struggling childcare centres open during the coronavirus pandemic Childcare centres, forced to remain open during the spread of the coronavirus pandemic despite lower enrolment numbers, are facing rising debts. https://www.thelocal.ch/20200401/how-the-swiss-government-will-keep-struggling-childcare-centres-open-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic Wed, 01 Apr 2020 13:53:38 +0200 how-the-swiss-government-will-keep-struggling-childcare-centres-open-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic EU migration to affordable housing: All you need to know about Switzerland's crucial spring referendums From limiting migration to changes in childcare tax allowances, the newly-announced referendums contain several important proposals. Here’s what you need to know. https://www.thelocal.ch/20200122/childcare-and-migration-what-you-need-to-know-about-switzerlands-newly-announced-referendums Wed, 22 Jan 2020 18:47:03 +0100 childcare-and-migration-what-you-need-to-know-about-switzerlands-newly-announced-referendums Have your say: How can you save money on raising children in Switzerland? Raising children in Switzerland is incredibly expensive - with estimates that it costs up to half a million francs to raise two kids. We’re asking readers if it's possible to cut costs when raising children in Switzerland - and how to do it. https://www.thelocal.ch/20191114/have-your-say-how-to-save-money-on-raising-children-in-switzerland Thu, 14 Nov 2019 01:04:15 +0100 have-your-say-how-to-save-money-on-raising-children-in-switzerland Geneva mums 'rush to give birth' in race for nursery spots A day can make a big difference for families in Geneva hoping to get their hands on a spot at one of the city's creches for their newborn baby. https://www.thelocal.ch/20190823/geneva-mums-rush-to-give-birth-to-get-hands-on-nursery-spot Fri, 23 Aug 2019 15:16:10 +0200 geneva-mums-rush-to-give-birth-to-get-hands-on-nursery-spot Study: shortage of daycare still a problem in Switzerland Demand for childcare places in Switzerland continues to outstrip supply, despite efforts by the government to remedy the situation. https://www.thelocal.ch/20171215/study-shortage-of-daycare-still-a-problem-in-switzerland Fri, 15 Dec 2017 10:19:45 +0100 study-shortage-of-daycare-still-a-problem-in-switzerland Federal fund aims to reduce childcare costs The federal government wants to pledge 100 million francs over five years to ease the burden of childcare for working parents and encourage women back to work. https://www.thelocal.ch/20160630/federal-fund-aims-to-reduce-childcare-costs Thu, 30 Jun 2016 13:58:56 +0200 federal-fund-aims-to-reduce-childcare-costs Where are Switzerland's priciest babysitters? Parents living in Switzerland pay more for their babysitters than anyone else in Europe a new study shows, but which Swiss cantons are the most expensive? Read on to find out. https://www.thelocal.ch/20150826/swiss-baby-sitters-europes-most-expensive Wed, 26 Aug 2015 17:26:46 +0200 swiss-baby-sitters-europes-most-expensive Bilingual babysitters: Caring for your children when you can't Need a break from the kids? Whether you simply fancy a night out or are looking for short or long-term childcare solutions, care 4 kids provides babysitters and nannies with various language skills for families in Switzerland. https://www.thelocal.ch/20130808/bilingual-babysitters-caring-for-your-kids-when-you-cant Thu, 08 Aug 2013 14:00:00 +0200 bilingual-babysitters-caring-for-your-kids-when-you-cant