State nurseries in Cluj usually close for a period in August, for cleaning and staff holidays. If you work, you have a few alternatives: a private nursery open in summer, a nanny, grandparents, a temporary transfer or one parent’s leave. Below you’ll find each option and what to check early.

Why the state nursery closes

The nursery methodology (Government Decision 566/2022) allows a closure period per year (up to 30 days), and in Cluj all municipal nurseries closed in August 2026, with a summer programme in July. Details in our guide to nurseries closed in summer in Cluj. A temporary transfer to another state nursery during the closure is not guaranteed.

Your alternatives

1. A private nursery open in summer

Many private nurseries stay open in August (sometimes on a reduced schedule). It’s the most direct alternative, if the budget allows. See what’s open and what to ask in our guide to private nurseries and kindergartens open in summer, and for costs, how much a private nursery costs in Cluj.

2. A nanny

A nanny for a few weeks can cover the closure period. See the legal framework and indicative rates in nanny, nursery or grandparents.

3. Grandparents

If you have grandparents available, it’s the “free” option (with an opportunity cost). Useful especially for short periods.

4. A temporary transfer

You can try a temporary place at a (private) nursery that stays open. At a state nursery, a summer transfer isn’t guaranteed — see the transfer procedure.

5. One parent’s leave

Many parents plan part of their annual leave in August to cover the closure. Coordinate with your employer early.

What to check early

  • The exact closure period of your nursery (announced by the unit).
  • Availability at private nurseries for August — they fill up fast.
  • The budget for a few weeks of an alternative.
  • Planning your leave early.

Frequently asked questions

Why does the state nursery close in summer? For cleaning and staff holidays; the methodology allows a closure of up to 30 days a year. In Cluj, the municipal nurseries closed in August 2026.

What do I do if I work in August? Choose a private nursery that’s open, a nanny, grandparents, a temporary place, or plan your leave.

Do private nurseries stay open? Many do, sometimes on a reduced schedule in August. Check early, because places fill up fast.

Can I temporarily transfer my child to another state nursery? It’s not guaranteed during the summer. The realistic option is an open private nursery.

How much does a private alternative cost? Indicatively, a private nursery is ~1,500–6,000+ lei/month; a full-time nanny ~3,500–6,000 lei/month. See our cost guides.

Sources

  • Government Decision no. 566/2022 — nursery methodology (the closure period)
  • Creșa pentru Educație Timpurie Cluj-Napoca (summer announcements)
  • The piticluj.ro directory — private nurseries and indicative costs

See all our sources on the data sources page.

Conclusion

When the state nursery closes in August, you have a private nursery, a nanny, grandparents, a temporary transfer or leave. Check the closure period and private availability early, then find every nursery in Cluj-Napoca on the interactive piticluj.ro map.