A private nursery in Cluj-Napoca (ages 0–3) costs, indicatively, from ~1,500 lei/month at the more affordable options up to over 6,000 lei/month at the international ones, with most networks in the ~2,500–3,800 lei/month range. The monthly fee is often topped up by meals (billed separately) and an enrollment fee. The prices below are indicative — confirm the exact amount with each unit.
Below you’ll find a table by price band, with example networks and neighbourhoods, plus the hidden costs to check.
Indicative price table (ages 0–3)
| Range (lei/month) | Profile | Example networks | Neighbourhoods |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1,500–2,500 | Affordable / faith-based | Kinderland, faith-based nurseries (Csemete, János Zsigmond, Szent Imre, Reformed College), Prichiland (Florești), Daniela nursery (Florești) | Gheorgheni, Centru, Florești |
| ~2,500–3,800 | Mid-range | Ary, Camigo, Helen, Kiddo, Teddy Bear, La Ursuleți, Magic Land One, Patricia/TEI, Playful Learning, BioBee | Mărăști, Grigorescu, Zorilor, Bună Ziua, Iris |
| ~3,500–5,500 | Premium / Montessori | Fundația Montessori Cluj, Montessori Transilvania, Hand in Hand, ImagiNation, Rainbow, Maple Bear | Centru, Andrei Mureșanu, Dâmbul Rotund |
| ~6,000–9,000 | International | Colina International School, Researchers Schoolhouse | Centru, Borhanci |
| ~30,000–45,000/year | International (annual fee) | Transylvania College – Cambridge | Gheorgheni |
These are indicative ranges from our directory; the real fee depends on the programme, services and year. Confirm with each nursery.
What hidden costs to check
Besides the monthly fee, ask each unit about:
- A one-time enrollment fee — often ~500–1,000 lei.
- Meals, sometimes billed separately — from ~15 to ~50 lei/day.
- Optional extras (foreign languages, activities, transport) — ~100–500 lei/month.
- The payment policy for months with absences/holidays.
Why the prices vary so much
- The pedagogical programme — Montessori, Cambridge or international nurseries cost more (materials, educator/child ratio, language).
- The language — fully English-language programmes tend to be more expensive.
- The services — cooked meals, generous spaces, included activities.
- The neighbourhood — central and newer areas (Bună Ziua, Borhanci) are usually more expensive.
How to reduce the real cost
- Nursery vouchers from the employer (740 lei/month from April 2026) — see nursery vouchers.
- The tax deduction — see the tax deduction.
- Comparison with the state — a state nursery only charges the food contribution; see state nursery fee exemptions and public or private nursery.
- For the big picture (nanny vs. nursery vs. grandparents), see the cost comparison.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private nursery cost in Cluj in 2026? Indicatively from ~1,500 lei/month at the affordable options up to over 6,000 lei/month at the international ones, with most in the ~2,500–3,800 lei range. Confirm with each unit.
Which neighbourhoods are more expensive? Usually the central and newer areas (Centru, Bună Ziua, Borhanci); Florești tends to have more affordable options.
Are meals included in the fee? Not always — many nurseries bill meals separately (~15–50 lei/day). Ask explicitly.
Is there an enrollment fee too? Often, yes — a one-time fee of ~500–1,000 lei. Check with each unit.
How do I reduce the cost? With nursery vouchers (740 lei/month), the tax deduction and, if it’s an option, the state nursery (only the food contribution).
Sources
- The piticluj.ro directory — indicative prices collected for each private nursery
- The institutions’ pages (their own websites) for current fees
- Law no. 165/2018 (nursery vouchers); Government Decision no. 566/2022 (state nursery)
See all our sources on the data sources page.
Conclusion
Private nursery prices in Cluj run from ~1,500 lei to over 6,000 lei/month, with most around ~2,500–3,800 lei — plus meals and enrollment. Confirm the exact amount with each unit and compare on the interactive piticluj.ro map, where you’ll see every nursery in Cluj-Napoca.