Childcare in Flemish municipalities (2024)
Discover which Flemish municipalities have the most childcare places per 100 children (aged 0-3). The higher the figure, the more childcare is available.
105.3
places / 100 children
91.7
places / 100 children
87.5
places / 100 children
84.3
places / 100 children
79.6
places / 100 children
79.2
places / 100 children
76.1
places / 100 children
75.5
places / 100 children
71
places / 100 children
69.2
places / 100 children
68.3
places / 100 children
68.3
places / 100 children
68.2
places / 100 children
67.4
places / 100 children
66.2
places / 100 children
65.1
places / 100 children
65
places / 100 children
64.7
places / 100 children
64.7
places / 100 children
63.8
places / 100 children
63.7
places / 100 children
61.8
places / 100 children
60.9
places / 100 children
60.9
places / 100 children
60.6
places / 100 children
284 municipalities shown
Source: Dataloep (Vlaams Min. van Onderwijs) + Opgroeien, 2024. Number of licensed childcare places per 100 children aged 0 to 3. #1 = most places.
Comparing childcare per municipality
The number of childcare places per 100 children (aged 0-3) shows how well the supply in a municipality matches demand. The Flemish target is 33 places per 100 children, but many municipalities score well above or below this.
Municipalities with a high number of places per 100 children generally offer more choice and shorter waiting lists. With a low number, it can be difficult to find a suitable childcare place.
Frequently asked questions
What does “places per 100 children” mean?
This figure divides the total number of licensed childcare places in a municipality by the number of children aged 0 to 3 living there, multiplied by 100. A score of 50 means that on average there is 1 childcare place for every 2 children.
Where do the figures come from?
The childcare figures come from Opgroeien (Flemish agency) via its Cijfers op Maat tool. They cover licensed childcare places for babies and toddlers.
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