Large preschool groups in Dalarna despite declining child numbers

Despite declining child numbers in Dalarna, preschool groups are often larger than recommended. Fresh figures from Skolverket, presented by Sveriges Lärare, show that 48 percent of age-segregated groups in the county exceed the guidelines. Ludvika stands out with particularly large groups.

Preschool groups in Dalarna's preschools are often larger than guidelines allow, despite falling child numbers. Fresh figures from Skolverket, presented by Sveriges Lärare, indicate that 48 percent of age-segregated groups in the county have more children than recommended.

Ludvika is one of the municipalities standing out with particularly large groups. This occurs amid declining child cohorts in the region.

The figures highlight challenges in Dalarna's preschool operations, where group sizes have not adjusted to the lower child numbers.

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Region Dalarna allocates up to 30 million SEK to child psychiatry for 2026

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Region Dalarna's regional council has decided to allocate up to 30 million kronor extra to the care choice for child and youth psychiatry (BUP) in 2026. The investment aims to retain care providers. The opposition warns that the funds will not solve the root problems.

Due to a declining number of children, preschools in Örebro municipality are emptying, with eight units closing completely this autumn. Leases are being terminated, and efforts are underway to find alternative uses for the premises. Possible activities include daily operations and group housing.

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The share of children and youth in Uppsala has increased most in the municipality's weakest and strongest residential areas between 2017 and 2024, while decreasing in middle areas. The change is most pronounced among primary school children. Over 60 percent of areas have seen a decline in child share since 2017.

Despite recent candidate shortages in some municipalities, 491 candidates from twelve parties have been nominated for Dalarna's regional council election this autumn—115 more than in 2022. The Green Party and Liberals, which faced list gaps in several areas, are aiming for a comeback after losing seats in 2022. Nearly all are on locked lists.

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Borlänge municipality is laying off 17 employees in care services, while hiring new staff monthly. The care sector faces heavy pressure, high sick leave, and reduced continuity for the elderly.

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Borlänge municipality has received extensive criticism from the Health and Social Care Inspectorate (IVO) for shortcomings in child and youth services. The child and family unit is now being reinforced with nine new positions.

 

 

 

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