Living in Denmark

Denmark

Situated at the southern edge of Scandinavia, Denmark serves as Europe's gateway to the Nordic region. 

Its status as a safe and secure nation is reinforced by an impressively low crime rate, coupled with minimal corruption, positioning Denmark as one of the world's least corrupt countries

The prevailing high levels of social trust foster a sense of community and civic responsibility, underpinning the success of Denmark's social welfare model.

Cost of living

While the cost of living in Denmark, including accommodation, food, and transport, may be relatively high compared to other countries, it is offset by correspondingly robust salaries and the provision of free medical services. This ensures a high standard of living and contributes to Denmark's strong economic performance, consistently surpassing the European average.

Family

Children 

Children in Denmark are embraced within a family-oriented and child-friendly society that prioritizes the well-being of families and working parents from pregnancy until the child reaches 18. Danish society warmly welcomes children, allowing parents to take them along almost everywhere. Restaurants typically offer children's menus, while museums and other attractions cater to and engage children just as effectively as they do adults.

Childcare 

Childcare facilities are readily available, reflecting the fact that both parents typically work. Children can be enrolled in public childcare institutions from as early as six months, although most start between 9-12 months of age. Public childcare is universally accessible in Denmark, with the vast majority of children aged 3-5 attending daycare facilities from Monday to Friday. These options include day nurseries for ages 0-3, kindergartens for ages 3-6, and before- and after-school centers for ages 6-10. Municipal authorities are responsible for providing daycare facilities, and the offerings may vary from one authority to another.

Education 

Public education is also free of charge in Denmark, and it is compulsory for children between the ages of 6-7 and 16. Families have the freedom to choose whether their child attends a public school, a private school, or home schooling as long as the educational standards are met. In essence, it is the education itself, rather than attendance at a specific school, that is compulsory. The majority of Danish children up to the age of 16 receive their education through the Danish folkeskole, which encompasses the municipal primary and lower secondary school system.