Educational Vision — KDV 't Huisje

Learning Through Play

At KDV 't Huisje, we believe that play is the most natural and effective way for young children to learn. Through play, children explore, discover, develop problem-solving skills, and build confidence in their abilities.

Our educational approach is based on contemporary child development research and emphasizes:

Play-based learning activities
Freedom to explore and experiment
Social and emotional development
Physical development and motor skills
Language and cognitive development

Key Principles

Child-Led: We follow the child's interests and pace.
Safe & Secure: A secure base for exploration.
Holistic: We support all aspects of development.
Responsive: We respond to individual needs.

Daily Routine & Activities

Morning (7:30-9:30)

Arrival, breakfast, free play, and settling into the day together.

Mid-Morning (9:30-11:30)

Structured activities, creative play, music, outdoor play.

Lunch (11:30-12:30)

Home-cooked meal, eating together, social interaction.

Afternoon (12:30-18:00)

Quiet time/naps, snack, free play, pickup.

Child Development Focus Areas

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Cognitive

Problem-solving, memory, attention span, language development through exploration and conversation.

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Emotional & Social

Expressing feelings, managing emotions, building friendships, learning cooperation and empathy.

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Physical

Gross motor skills through outdoor play, fine motor skills through creative activities.

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Creative

Artistic expression, music, imaginative play, and freedom to be creative without judgment.