Mauritius Creches and Nurseries Reopen This Friday 16 October
Childcare centres in Mauritius are set to reopen on Friday 16 October after a period of closure linked to recent civil unrest.
Creches and nurseries across Mauritius are scheduled to reopen this Friday, 16 October, according to an announcement reported by Le Defi Media. The reopening marks a return to normal operations for childcare facilities that had been closed in the wake of the civil unrest and curfew measures that gripped parts of the island in recent days.
The closures had left working parents scrambling to make alternative arrangements for young children, with many families unable to return to full work routines while childcare remained unavailable. The resumption of services on Friday is expected to bring significant relief to thousands of households across the country.
Mauritius imposed a curfew following a wave of riots and public disorder that broke out in mid-October 2025. As part of the emergency measures, a number of public services and institutions were either suspended or operating on reduced capacity. Schools, businesses, and community facilities faced disruptions during this period.
Creches and garderies β the French terms commonly used in Mauritius for registered childcare centres and nurseries serving infants and toddlers β fall under the oversight of the Ministry of Social Integration and Economic Empowerment. They provide essential early childhood care and education for children typically below school age, and their closure has a direct knock-on effect on parents' ability to work.
What this means: For working families in Mauritius, the reopening of creches and nurseries on Friday 16 October signals that daily life is beginning to normalise following days of curfew and unrest. Parents who depend on these facilities to manage childcare while at work can now plan their return to full working schedules. However, parents are advised to confirm reopening arrangements directly with their individual childcare provider, as conditions on the ground may vary.
The government has urged the public to remain calm and comply with any remaining restrictions as authorities continue to monitor the security situation island-wide.
Source: Le Defi Media
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Frequently Asked Questions
When are creches and nurseries reopening in Mauritius?β
Creches and nurseries in Mauritius are scheduled to reopen on Friday, 16 October 2025, following their closure during the curfew and civil unrest period.
Why were Mauritius creches and nurseries closed?β
Childcare centres were closed as part of broader disruptions caused by civil unrest and curfew measures imposed across Mauritius in mid-October 2025.
Who oversees creches and nurseries in Mauritius?β
Registered creches and garderies in Mauritius fall under the supervision of the Ministry of Social Integration and Economic Empowerment, which sets standards for early childhood care facilities on the island.
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