Ski Resort Childcare in Andorra: Ages, Resorts and Booking Tips

Quick comparison of nurseries and snow gardens in Andorra

Ages and conditions are those published by the resorts for 2026–27. Availability depends on the date and must be confirmed during the booking process.

Grandvalira: which sectors have a nursery

Grau Roig: nursery for children aged 1–3

The official nursery of Grau Roig welcomes children from 1 to 3 years old. It is open from 09:30 to 16:30 and does not include meals or ski lessons. Parents should bring comfortable clothing, nappies and a change of clothes where needed.

Canillo, El Tarter and Soldeu: nursery for ages 2–5

The nurseries in these three sectors welcome children aged 2 to 5. Access is by gondola, so factor both the journey from your accommodation and the access rules into your plans. Proof of age is required.

Pas de la Casa, Encamp and Peretol: no nursery

The official information is clear: these sectors do not have nursery facilities. There may be ski school, snow garden or children’s programmes, but none replace the care of a one- or two-year-old child.

Pal Arinsal: nurseries in two sectors and a snow garden

The official Pal Arinsal children’s school operates nurseries in Pal and Arinsal for children aged 1 to 3 years. The nursery is open from 09:30 to 16:30, offers three- or six-hour sessions and does not include food or ski lessons.

The snow garden is a different service, for children aged 3 to 5, in Caubella de Pal and in Comallemple, Arinsal. It provides a progressive introduction to skiing; the lift pass, food and equipment are not included.

Ordino Arcalís: nursery and snow garden

In Ordino Arcalís, the official nursery welcomes children aged 1 to 3 who can already walk unaided, from 9:00 to 17:00. The service does not include food or ski lessons.

For children aged 3 to 6, the snow garden provides an introduction to skiing with instructors. Equipment and a lift pass are mandatory and booked separately. Keep this distinction in mind when comparing the total price.

Nursery, snow garden and ski school: the differences

Nursery

A warm, sheltered indoor space where children can play, rest and eat if the service permits. Does not include learning to ski nor does it require ski equipment.

Snow garden

First contact with snow and skis, in an adapted area. It is intended for older children and requires appropriate clothing and equipment and normally requires a lift pass.

Ski school or children’s programme

Classes and activities on the slopes, organised by age and level. It is neither suitable for a child below the minimum age nor a substitute for a full day of childcare.

How to choose where to stay with young children

First choose a nursery that accepts children of your child’s age, then look for accommodation. Check the door-to-door journey, including parking, gondola, queues and equipment transport. Staying in the same sector makes the morning routine much easier.

• 1 to 2 years: compare Grau Roig, Pal Arinsal and Ordino Arcalís; confirm the exact age and, in Ordino, whether the child can already walk unaided.
• 2 to 3 years: Canillo, El Tarter and Soldeu also become options.
• 3 to 5 years: you can choose between a nursery and a snow garden depending on what you need.
• If you stay in Pas de la Casa, Encamp or Peretol: allow time for daily travel if you need childcare.

What to confirm before paying

• Minimum and maximum age on date of service, with proof of age.
• Drop-off and pick-up times, the exact length of a half-day session and the policy on late collection.
• Food, allergies, medication and whether food may be brought in.
• Lift pass required for adults, children or gondola access.
• Sickness, cancellation and refund policy.
• Clothes, nappies, spare clothes, bottle, sun cream and ski equipment.

Book through the resort’s official channel and save the confirmation. Over Christmas and New Year, Carnival and Easter, do not count on last-minute availability.