Daycare for expat children

For families with young children, finding a daycare or nursery is key. Colombia has public and private options and early-childhood care programmes.

Types of centres

Private nurseries, some bilingual.
Community homes and child development centres from public programmes.
Private carers or nannies.

What to evaluate

Visit the place and review safety, cleanliness, adult-to-child ratio, activities and communication with parents. Ask about permits, trained staff and health protocols.

Language and settling in

Ask whether the centre supports children who do not speak Spanish and how the settling-in period works.

Documents

They usually ask for birth certificate or passport, vaccination card and emergency contacts.

Costs and hours

Compare enrolment, monthly fees and hours. Some centres offer full-day or half-day schedules.

Frequently asked questions

What ages do they admit?

It depends on the centre; some take babies and others from two or three years.

Is vaccination required?

They normally ask for an up-to-date card.

Are there bilingual nurseries?

Yes, especially in large cities.

Related guides

General information based on current rules and practice; it may change. Confirm your case with the official source or an authorized professional. Not legal, tax or medical advice.