Polish public and private kindergartens are fiercely competing for children as birth numbers drop to 272,000 in 2023.
Declining Birth Rates
According to GUS data for 2023, 272,000 children were born in Poland, which is 30,000 less than the previous year. This demographic trend is shaping the current kindergarten recruitment landscape.
Municipality Support Withdrawal
Municipalities are withdrawing support from private kindergartens that previously participated in universal recruitment and received 100% subsidies for helping provide places for all children.
Intense Competition
This year’s demographic decline has caused fierce competition between public and private institutions for every child, as both sectors battle to fill available spots in their facilities.
