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Allowances and law

Compulsory pre-primary education, allowances and parents’ entitlements.

Allowances and law

Childcare allowance in Slovakia 2026: what you can claim for a private kindergarten

When you go back to work and your child starts kindergarten, the Slovak state may cover part of the monthly fee. We explain who can get the childcare allowance, how much it is and how to apply, including what expat families should check. 27. 10. 2026 Allowances and law

School readiness and deferring school entry in Slovakia: how to decide

Today, a “deferral” in Slovakia means continuing compulsory pre-primary education, and the kindergarten head teacher decides on it with the consent of a counselling centre and your paediatrician. We explain the process and how readiness is assessed. 23. 10. 2026 Allowances and law

Compulsory pre-primary education in Slovakia: what parents need to know and what changes from 2027

Today every child who turns 5 by 31 August has compulsory pre-primary education. From September 2027 it extends to 4-year-olds and from 2028 to 3-year-olds. What it means for your family. 23. 10. 2026 Allowances and law

No place in a state kindergarten? What you are entitled to and what to do

A child aged 3 or over has a right to a kindergarten place in their district. If your child is not admitted, short deadlines decide: the appeal, the municipality’s notice, a new application and the claim for the extended parental allowance. 23. 10. 2026