Amt der Salzburger Landesregierung, Abteilung 2: Kultur, Bildung, Gesellschaft und Sport; Referat 2/01 - Elementarbildung und Kinderbetreuung

The Division 2/01 of Department 2 in the Office of the Salzburg State Government is responsible for the planning, management, and promotion of early childhood education and childcare in the state of Salzburg. It develops legal frameworks, contributes to quality assurance in institutional and family-supported care services, and coordinates funding programs for kindergartens, day parents, and parental education. Furthermore, the division supports municipalities and private providers in expanding childcare places, organizes training for educational professionals, and offers information and advisory services for families.

Our mission is to ensure that all children in Salzburg have equal and high-quality access to early childhood education and care. We promote inclusive, intercultural, and child-centered concepts, support providers and professionals in the continuous development of their services, and offer comprehensive advice to parents on all matters related to early childhood education. Through efficient funding structures and close cooperation with municipalities, educational institutions, and social partners, we create a reliable care network for families.

The funding program is aimed at providers and operators of childcare facilities (kindergartens, crèches, after-school care), childminders, pedagogical professionals in early childhood education, municipalities and political decision-makers, as well as parents and legal guardians seeking childcare places or wishing to establish their own childcare facilities. Furthermore, we support organizations and initiatives for parent and family education. The target group includes children from birth until school entry, their families, and all professionals involved in early childhood education and care.