How do daycare centers work?

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In Luxembourg, daycare centers play a crucial role in the care and education of children. These structures, set up in collaboration with municipal administrations and the Ministry of National Education, are designed to provide a quality educational environment for children aged 3 months to 12 years. In this article, we will explore in detail what daycare centers are, how they work, the services they offer, as well as their central role in the field of Early Childhood.

What is a daycare center?

Daycare centers are establishments designed to accommodate children outside school hours and during school holidays. They are managed in collaboration with the municipal administration and aim to provide a secure and stimulating environment for children. Their main goal is to support working parents by providing them with a reliable childcare solution.

Daycare centers are located in the heart of many communities, offering easy access for families. They allow children to flourish in a natural and structured setting while being supervised by a professional team. Their main missions are to:

  • ensure social inclusion,
  • fight against precariousness,
  • facilitate the integration of all.

The daycare centers also welcome DPI (Applicants for International Protection) and BPI (Beneficiaries of International Protection) children.

How does a daycare center work?

These structures are managed by a team of qualified parental assistants and educational assistants. This approach allows continuity with the fundamental education received by children at school, thus promoting their daily development.

The daycare centers offer educational support adapted to the age and needs of each child, promoting their personal and social development.

The educational team is trained to implement educational activities that stimulate children's curiosity, develop their cognitive and social skills, and encourage their creativity. Activities are designed to be both fun and educational, providing an environment conducive to learning.

What services are offered?

Daycare centers do not just offer a simple reception service. They also offer a varied range of educational and recreational activities, aimed at stimulating the cognitive, social and physical development of children. In addition, they take care of meals, thus guaranteeing a balanced diet.

The prices for a place in a daycare center are adapted to the family situation as well as the family's income, thus ensuring accessibility to all for this type of structure.

Among the services offered, we can find homework supervision, sports and artistic activities and educational outings depending on the structure. Children thus have the opportunity to explore different areas in a fun and educational way. In addition, contact with other children promotes the development of social skills and the appreciation of other cultures.

The objectives of daycare centers

Daycare centers do not just provide childcare. They also aim to contribute to the overall development of young people. This includes promoting education, physical and mental well-being, as well as strengthening social skills.

Daycare centers: great support for certain families

Daycare centers play an essential role in the lives of certain families. They provide an educational, family and secure environment for all children. These structures promote the development of young people while strengthening the feeling of community within different municipalities across the country.

The opening of daycare centers during school holidays is a major advantage for parents. It allows them to reconcile their professional life with their family responsibilities. In addition, these structures strive to offer flexible hours to adapt to the needs of parents, generally from 7 a.m. to 19 p.m.

KidsCare : caring childcare facilities

KidsCare brings together several day centers and nurseries in Luxembourg. We welcome children from 3 months to 4 years old in daycare, then from 4 to 12 years old in day care.

  • A unique educational project: we advocate the promotion of children's skills through educational approaches such as Maria's pedagogy Montessori and Emmi's approach Pikler.
  • Multilingual teaching: our international teams introduce children to French, Luxembourgish and English, in a natural and fun way.
  • A team of dedicated professionals: our teams of qualified professionals respect the rhythm of each child and support them in their awakening and development without hindering their freedom.
  • A dedicated environment: our structures have perfectly designed interior and exterior spaces so that children can play in complete safety.
  • The little + KidsCare : we have minibuses to travel with children as well as a dedicated application to strengthen the family bond - team of professionals.

Find a structure near you now among a large selection of reception establishments on KidsCare. Would you like to visit one of our structures before making your choice? Come and meet us during the open days of our nurseries.

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