The children in our care think of our after-school care as a fun and safe space to socialize and unwind after a busy day. And even though they attend different schools, they connect with each other through shared interests and extracurricular activities. They feel right at home at our bright and spacious center and enthusiastically take part in the activities we offer every day, which may range from playing outdoors to cooking meals to building huts.
Playing together, or just relaxing
We encourage children in the after-school-care age range to interact and form friendships with each other by having them actively work together on projects and promoting social interaction this way. Older children who feel the need to chill out are welcome to use the space we set up specifically for this purpose.
School vacations
During school vacations, we have a different activity on the program every day. We also organize field trips, and children have the option to express their creativity through art or do experiments in our lab. We often mark the end of summer vacation with a full week of parties and other fun events, including activities for larger groups of children such as karaoke afternoons or offsite workshops.
Our after school care is centrally located in Almere’s Europakwartier district, across from the Albert Heijn supermarket within walking distance of the Almere Poort railway station.
We collect children from the following schools:
- De Droomspiegel
- De Expeditie
- Columbus 1
- Columbus 2
- Sterrenschool De Ruimte
- De Kleine Wereld
- De Notelaar
The schools where we collect can change. Collection days and times may vary depending on the school.
Hi, I'm Roos van 't Lam, location manager of Kindergarden Zwitserlandstraat Almere. Would you like to come and take a look at our childcare location?
Explore the unique childcare at Kindergarden Zwitserlandstraat
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Creative studioWe often split the toddler and preschool groups into smaller groups so we can carry out an activity with more focus and attention. For example, in our workshop, we offer different craft materials than in the group, such as magic sand.
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Daily movementToddlers love to move every day. This is how they playfully discover their bodies. We do this daily, either outside or in our gymnasium during bad weather, so everyone can always expend their energy.
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Kids’ kitchenWe have a real Kids’ kitchen that’s been adapted for a child’s height. The children learn chopping, kneading, baking, and working together here. We teach them all about healthy ingredients, working independently and following recipes.
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Relaxation CornerOur facility has a warm and homely atmosphere. In the living area, children can relax nicely after a busy day at school. They can enjoy chilling on the couch or in the bean bags with a good book.
Groups on our after-school care location
These are our groups.
Childcare rates 2027
Rate per hour: € 11,99
Pick up from school
Depending on distance from school with BSO bus, cargo bike or on foot.
Outings
External outings during the holiday period (under supervision).
Lunch
On Fridays and during holidays
Calculate your net cost for childcare using our cost calculator
Cost calculator childcareLRK number: 828285226
Inspection report GGD:
Additional information about safety can be found in the inspection report from the GGD.
Opening hours
The start time of our after-school care aligns with the dismissal times of the partner schools. The after-school care programme is open daily until 6:30 PM.
During school closure days and holidays: 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM.
What I love most about my work is the bond I have with the children and the fact that I can create activities that make every day enjoyable for them. In doing so, we also contribute to their development—you can see them grow, both literally and figuratively. When the children are happy to come to the after‑school care and excited to see me, my day is complete. And knowing that parents trust us with their most precious gift is the greatest compliment of all.
I truly enjoy working at Kindergarden at our beautiful location in Almere! As a team, our goal is to create a safe environment for the children, to support their development, and to make sure they leave the centre with a smile every day.
Kindergarden offers wonderful opportunities to keep learning, allowing me to perform my role in the best possible way. I gain a lot of fulfilment from my work and deeply enjoy all the moments of interaction with the children—the cuddles and the happy, smiling faces!
Frequently asked questions about our childcare
An after-school care contract relates to care after school hours. Children are collected from the school by a member of our childcare staff when the school finishes. During school vacation periods and/or study days, children are welcome at the after-school care the whole day. The same times apply here as for the daycare center: 7.30 am - 6.30 pm. This only applies to your contracted days. Should a study day fall outside your contracted days, you can consult the location manager to see whether you can request this extra day.
We offer healthy, sustainable and pure food. Snacks include cucumber, bell pepper and carrots. We also serve sandwiches, nuts, yogurt with muesli, and crackers with healthy toppings. Water and lukewarm tea are always available.
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Yes! On the days your child is registered, we’re open all day during holidays. We organize a fun and varied holiday programme with workshops, outdoor activities, and sometimes even outings.
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Hi, I'm Roos van 't Lam, location manager of Kindergarden Zwitserlandstraat Almere.
Did you know that everything in a child's surrounding can affect them? For that reason, we’ve carefully considered everything we do. Absolutely everything. That’s the secret of Kindergarden. Curious? Feel free to come and take a look at our childcare location!