In Cyprus, there is a big problem. There are not enough nurseries for babies.
Parents must book a place very early. Some parents book a place more than one year before their baby is born. This is because many nurseries are full.
One mother will have her baby in 2026. She booked a nursery place in 2025. She says she is lucky.
Private nurseries are leaving a government plan. This makes childcare more expensive for families.
The government has a new plan for four-year-old children. But this does not help babies now. Families need more nurseries.