Government plans to improve after-school care as new school year starts

Danish schools reopen this Monday for a new school year. Thousands of children will return to class. After school, many kids head to local after-school programs. In Denmark, these programs are called SFO or leisure homes.

• Schools across Denmark start the new academic year on Monday.
• Children attend SFO programs after school ends each afternoon.
• The government aims to raise the quality of leisure care programs.
• Municipalities handle SFO registration and fees for local residents.

The Danish government wants to improve these afternoon programs. Ministers say children need better offerings during after-school hours. The government plans to boost the quality of leisure care across Denmark.

For international families in Copenhagen, SFO care is vital. Public primary schools offer these services for young students. Children play and socialize until parents finish work. Parents sign up through their local municipal portal online.