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100% agree with this! I live in Norway and we also get very affordable government subsidized daycare, which most children attending full time at age 1 (after both parents’ paid leave is over). My girls (ages 1 and 5) love it, we get to work full time, and their lives are getting so enriched socially, creatively, etc. I want this option so badly for all families!

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Thank you! It’s so valuable to hear your experience.

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Every family does deserve this! (And they do get it in every other wealthy nation--oy)

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Absolutely! My understanding is that in France, preschool is part of the public education system. Kids are required to enroll at age 3. https://www.education.gouv.fr/l-ecole-maternelle-11534

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Yes! I read "Bringing up Bebe" with deep jealousy. The dream!

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