Gwanak-gu Accepts Pre-Applications for Infant and Toddler Childcare Services

As of March 1, new or changing infant and toddler childcare service users can apply by visiting the local community center or through the Bokjiro website and mobile app until the 26th

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Gwanak-gu (Mayor Park Junhee) anticipates an increase in applications for infant and toddler childcare services with the new school term in March and is accepting pre-applications until the 26th for the convenience of parents of young children.

The types of childcare service support include ▲‘Childcare Allowance’ for children under 86 months being raised at home ▲‘Childcare Fees’ for children aged 0-5 using daycare centers ▲‘Preschool Tuition’ for children aged 3-5 attending kindergartens.

Applicants are children who will newly use or need to change their infant and toddler childcare services as of March 1. Applications can be submitted in person at the local community service center of the jurisdiction or online via the Bokjiro website or mobile app (Bokjiro).

The pre-application period is until the 26th. After the pre-application period ends, the start date will be determined based on the service application date, and retroactive support is not possible.

Major cases for changing childcare service applications include situations where a child previously receiving the childcare allowance starts attending a daycare center or kindergarten, or a child previously receiving childcare fees changes from daycare to kindergarten, resulting in a change of support type.

Also, applications are required when changing from basic childcare to extended childcare at daycare centers for children aged 0-2.

Mayor Park Junhee stated, “We are guiding pre-applications so residents can apply for infant and toddler childcare services in advance for the new school term. We hope they apply within the period to receive the benefits of childcare services.” He added, “We will do our best to expand various supports and childcare infrastructure for young children to create ‘a happy city for children and parents, Gwanak.’”

For more detailed information regarding pre-application for infant and toddler childcare services, please contact the local community service center or the Women and Family Division of the district office.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.