What is the difference between Kita and kindergarten?
What is the difference between Kita and kindergarten?
Kita is an abbreviation of Kindertagesstätte which roughly translates to 'day-care centre' and is often used interchangeably with Kindergarten although is not technically the same thing. A Kita houses both Kindergarten children (3-6) and Krippe children (1-3) offering the option of half and full-day care for all ages.9 Sept 2018
How much does Kita cost in Germany?
Attending Kita is free, but food, special activities and language lessons can cost extra. The food usually costs 23€ per month1, 2. The cost of activities can cost 60 to 90€ per month, depending on the Kita.4 Nov 2021
What is the Kita?
The Kita or Kindertagesstätte is a type of preschool or daycare centre for children who are under 6 years old. Every child in Germany is entitled to a place in a Kita, but finding one can be extremely difficult.12 Sept 2018
How does kindergarten work in Germany?
In Germany, every child has a legal right to attend kindergarten between the ages of three and six. Compulsory education then begins at age six. Some kindergartens also accept children under the age of three in toddler groups.23 Nov 2021
What is preschool like in Germany?
The term 'kita' is short for kindertagesstätte. It's a German preschool daycare service for children between three and five/six. Depending on their birthday, children move onto full-time primary school education while they're six-years-old. Sessions are supervised by qualified Erzieher/innen (educators).23 Nov 2021