Better Evening Childcare and Safer Facilities

Stockholm is revising its guidelines for out-of-hours childcare, effective August 17, 2026. These changes include extended operating hours from 5:30 PM to 7:30 AM, and a stricter approach to in-home care to prioritize safer environments in dedicated facilities. Additionally, a clearer child perspective with guidance for children needing extra support will be emphasized, and private providers will no longer offer this service as the municipality believes its own operations can meet the demand.