For parents
Frequently asked questions
Answers to parents' questions about admissions, fees, meals, settling in and opening hours.
Questions and answers
How do I apply?
Contact us first, by form, email or phone. Then fill in the application: download the application card and deliver it to the centre by email or in person. After we review the application, we contact you by phone or email.
Do I have to pay the registration fee to reserve a place?
Yes. The registration fee of 400 zł reserves a place on the list of children admitted to the centre. The fee is the same at the nursery and at the kindergarten.
In what order are children admitted?
Children are admitted in the order in which applications are received. This means places go to the children whose applications came in first. The rule applies to both the nursery and the kindergarten.
Who is the nursery for?
Magiczna Kraina nursery takes children aged 1 to 3. It is in Poznań (Podolany), in the same building as the kindergarten, so children can get to know the kindergarten space before they start there. Children are admitted in the order in which applications are received.
What do the registration fee and tuition cover?
The registration fee of 400 zł reserves a place on the list of admitted children. It covers accident insurance, occasional gifts and teaching aids. Tuition covers extra activities, including English and rhythm.
How much are meals, and when are they paid?
Meals cost 18 zł per day. They are paid in arrears, by the 5th day of each month. You only pay for days your child attends, and a day of absence reported in advance is not charged.
Is the nursery co-funded by MALUCH+?
Yes. Places at the nursery were created with funds from the MALUCH+ 2022–2029 programme. The funding covers 40 childcare places for children under 3, for 36 months. Details are on the MALUCH+ funding page.
What are the opening hours?
The nursery is open Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 17:00. The daily plan shows what the day looks like. Questions about your child's stay can be sent by phone or email, using the contact details on the website.
Who is the kindergarten for?
Magiczna Kraina private kindergarten takes children aged 2.5 to 6. It is in Poznań (Podolany), in the same building as the nursery, and has operated since 1 September 2011. Children are admitted in the order in which applications are received.
How much does the kindergarten cost?
The registration fee is 400 zł. Tuition is a fixed 850 zł a month, paid in advance by the 5th day of each month. Meals cost 18 zł per day, paid in arrears. The sibling discount is 200 zł and applies to the older child.
What does tuition cover at the kindergarten?
Tuition covers daily English, rhythm, individual speech therapy, corrective gymnastics and theatre activities, plus monthly theatre visits. Activities are led by qualified staff.
Is there a sibling discount?
Yes. The sibling discount is 200 zł and applies to the older child. Full fee details are on the kindergarten fees page.
What is adaptation like at the kindergarten?
The registration fee includes a week of adaptation activities. Adaptation to the kindergarten is gradual. Questions about adaptation can be sent by phone or email.
How do meals and allergies work?
Meals cost 18 zł per day and are paid in arrears. A day of absence reported in advance is not charged. The menu shows allergen codes, and the full legend is on the meals page.
What are the opening hours?
The kindergarten is open Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 17:00. The daily plan shows what a day looks like. Questions about your child's stay can be sent by phone or email, using the contact details on the website.
How do I get in touch?
Call or email us. We are happy to answer your questions and arrange a visit.