Expanded Childcare Portfolio: Weissenbach an der Triesting Opens Doors to New Kindergarten Wing
Adding a Third Group and Structural Improvements
Weissenbach an der Triesting now boasts an expanded childcare offering thanks to the opening of a third kindergarten group at Hollergasse, marking a significant step forward for families in the area. This expansion project, made possible through the Lower Austrian children’s education and care offensive, also saw the existing building wing undergo a significant thermal renovation, ensuring a comfortable and contemporary learning environment.
State and Municipal Partnership Drives Significant Investments
“Thank you to Mayor Johann Miedl and his team from politics and administration for investing in the market town as a strong partner of the state of Lower Austria in the expansion of child care and thus actively supporting the parents in Weissenbach an der Triesting in balancing family and work,” said Family regional councilor Christiane Teschl-Hofmeister at the official opening. “You are setting an example for the whole of Lower Austria.
Through this public investment, lower Austria aims to ensure that a skilled and ample workforce is available to support Lower Austria’s children’s and families. This nurturing environment encourages and supports families in choices they make for their children, while also reducing financial burdens for families.
New Funding Models Support Construction and Operations
Effective January 1, 2023, the funding rate for municipalities undertaking childcare construction projects surged from 27% to almost 50%, provided by the municipality and the State of Lower
Austria.
“The expansion of childcare is part of the ‘blue-yellow childcare offensive’ – a major collaborative effort with support from the federal government, the state of Lower Austria, and the municipalities. It’s incredibly encouraging to have strong partners at our side in forwarding capable childcare options for our children and families,” stated Teschl-Hofmeister, “we are committed to making the自治体the best possible options vik.”
A Statewide Push for Quality Childcare Access
Since January 1st, 2023, the ‘blue-yellow care offensive’ by the Lower Austrian School and Kindergarten Fund has approved funding for 418 kindergarten group expansions for a project volume of around 246 million euros. The state of Lower Austria has dedicated over 120 million euros in interest subsidies to support these specialized projects in Lower Austria.
These projects – encompassing new construction, renovations, and modernization of existing facilities – are paving the way for the creation of 615 new kindergarten groups and 250 new daycare facility groups by 2027. The total investment by the State and municipalities is a significant 750 million euros – a testament to the commitment towards statewide access to quality educational and childcare facilities. City councilor Teschl-Hofmeister finished by stating: ‘Inimportant to note that, compartibility work for families city municipalities in Lower Austria are diligently putting in place the construction of day care facilities.”
The ‘blue-yellow childcare offensive’ is already showing positive results.
As of
September 2022, 249 new kindergarten groups and 32 daycare facility groups have opened across Lower Austria. Nearly 93% of municipalities now provide childcare places
for two-year-olds, although
This ambitious project is
scheduled
for completion by the end of 2027.
How is the expansion of childcare in Weissenbach an der Triesting being funded?
## Expanded Childcare: A Win for Weissenbach Families
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Today we’re talking about the exciting expansion of childcare options in Weissenbach an der Triesting. Joining me is Family Regional Councilor Christiane Teschl-Hofmeister who attended the official opening of the new kindergarten wing at Holllergasse.
**Councilor Teschl-Hofmeister:** Thank you for having me. It was a truly exciting day celebrating this significant step forward for families in Weissenbach.
**Host**: Absolutely! Tell us more about this expansion.
**Councilor Teschl-Hofmeister:** Weissenbach now offers a third kindergarten group at the Hollergasse location, which means more families have access to quality childcare. Importantly, the existing building wing also underwent a thermal renovation, creating a comfortable and modern learning environment for the children.
**Host:** What prompted this expansion?
**Councilor Teschl-Hofmeister:** This project is part of Lower Austria’s broader “blue-yellow childcare offensive,” which aims to support families by expanding childcare access across the region. We recognize the critical role childcare plays in supporting a skilled workforce and fostering thriving families.
**Host:** How is this expansion being funded?
**Councilor Teschl-Hofmeister:** We’ve implemented a new funding model that significantly increases support for municipalities undertaking childcare construction projects. Since January 2023, the funding rate has jumped from 27% to almost 50%, shared between the municipality and the State of Lower Austria. This demonstrates our commitment to making quality childcare accessible and affordable.
**Host:** It sounds like a win-win situation for both families and the community.
**Councilor Teschl-Hofmeister:** Absolutely! We are committed to creating a nurturing environment where families feel supported in their choices for their children while easing financial burdens. This expansion in Weissenbach is a testament to that commitment and a model for the rest of Lower Austria.
**Host:** Thank you so much for joining us, Councilor Teschl-Hofmeister. This expanded childcare offering is truly great news for Weissenbach families.
**Councilor Teschl-Hofmeister:** My pleasure.
