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Daycare Subsidy for Working Families in Nahariya

Subsidized daycare (ages 3 months – 3 years) for families where both parents work. Amount calibrated by combined income.

About Nahariya

Nahariya, a scenic northern coastal city, hosts a small Israeli-Ethiopian community. Nahariya's real-estate market offers a variety of properties along and near the sea, at prices considered accessible relative to the northern region.

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Eligibility

  • Both partners work at least 30 weekly hours (one at 24+)
  • Family gross income below the annual ceiling (varies — check yearly)
  • Child aged 3 months – 3 years
  • Daycare recognized by the Ministry of Economy

Subsidy levels

  • Tier 1: up to 75% off the daycare price
  • Tiers 2–7: graduated discount by income
  • Tier 8+: no subsidy

How to apply

  1. Login to the Ministry of Economy portal — personal account
  2. Submit digital application with income proof (3 recent payslips per parent)
  3. Choose a recognized daycare from the list
  4. Receive your tier within 14 days

🔗 Ministry of Economy — Daycare: gov.il

Eligibility check

Are you eligible?

A few quick questions. Your answers are not sent anywhere — the check runs locally in your browser.

Are both partners employed?

Does one partner work 30+ weekly hours and the other 24+?

Is the child between 3 months and 3 years old?

Is the daycare recognized by the Ministry of Economy?

Ethiopian community in Nahariya

Community population
~1,500
Share of city
~4%
Main neighbourhoods
שכ' ג', מרכז
Community services
ENP

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FAQ — Nahariya

How many Ethiopian-Israelis live in Nahariya?
The Ethiopian-Israeli community in Nahariya numbers approximately ~1,500 residents — around ~4% of the city's population. Main neighbourhoods: שכ' ג', מרכז.
How do I claim Daycare Subsidy for Working Families in Nahariya?
Contact the Nahariya municipal welfare department — they are required to respond within 30 days. For support: ENP.
What community support is available in Nahariya for this right?
In Nahariya, the following organisations can assist with paperwork, translation and entitlement: ENP.