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Preschool Populierenlaan
2.5 to 4 years
Preschool Populierenlaan is a VE-plus location, which means that it provides early-school education intended for toddlers who could use a little extra help to thrive. This location combines the benefits of preschool education (Dutch: VE) with smaller groups and more structure. This extra encouragement provides the children with a solid basis to move on to (regular) primary education.
Our toddlers are given space at the location; literally and figuratively! The group room is large and bright, with calming colours and a pleasant atmosphere. The VE-plus group has up to 10 children, who are looked after by 2 experienced educational staff members. This ensures plenty of personal attention and gives each child space to develop at their own pace. We also maintain quick and easy communication with external parties who can help.
Play and fun come first and foremost, which is why we take the children out on explorations every day. We look for tickle bugs in the nature garden, make musical instruments out of cups and rice or play with family photos to learn about all things to do with family. In this way, through fun and play, your toddler will naturally develop his or her motor skills, language, social-emotional skills and personality.
There is no online registration option for this location. Toddlers transfer to this location from our regular VE groups. If you have any questions about VE-plus, please call or email our Child Planning Department: 020 – 426 08 66 or kindplanning@kinderrijk.nl.
At this location
- Preschool with a VE-plus programme
- Adventurous nature garden
- Music, dance and movement
- Theme and play corners
- Uk & Puk method
- Focus on language development with Logo 3000
- Opening hours between 8 a.m. and 12 noon
- Care during 40 school weeks
What does a day at our preschool look like?
We have a daily rhythm at our preschool. Structure and regularity ensure peace and quiet, which allows your toddler plenty of room to develop naturally.
08.00
Your child is welcomed between 8.00 and 8.30 a.m. and we will discuss how you all are doing. Parents can stay for a while during the drop-off time to read a book, do a puzzle or play a game with their child. 09.00
Having said goodbye, we start the day in the circle. We sing songs, name the days of the week, the colours, the weather and talk to the children about what all they have been up to. 09.30
We play outside or choose an indoor movement activity, such as yoga. We might also go dancing together! 10.00
It’s time for some fruit at the table. 10.45
There is room for free play and activities focused on your toddler’s development. These activities take place in small groups. 11.45
You can come and pick up your child between 11.45 a.m. and 12 noon. You will have the handover with the educational staff member, who takes you through the morning. The educational staff member will especially focus on your child’s growth during the day. 
Practical information
Settling in at preschool
During the settling-in period, we take the time to get to know your child and you, and to let you get used to the new situation. Settling in an individual process suited to the developmental stage of children and to the specific needs and habits of the children and the parents.
Division into groups
Preschool Populierenlaan has 1 VE-plus group for children aged 2.5 to 4. The group accommodates up to 10 children (looked after by 2 educational staff members).
Parent committee
You can reach the parent committee of preschool Populierenlaan at ocpopop@kinderrijk.nl.
How much are the costs of childcare?
Would you like to know the costs of child care? Use our handy calculator tool to quickly work out your monthly childcare costs.
Registration – how does it work?
There is no online registration option for this location. Toddlers transfer to this location from our regular VE groups. If you have any questions about VE-plus, please call or email our Child Planning Department: 020 – 426 08 66 or kindplanning@kinderrijk.nl.
Area Health Authority Report (GGD) & LRK-number
Read the Area Health Authority Report of Preschool Populierenlaan.
LRK-number: 202481293.
Educational method
In the Educational method, you can find more information about the daily routine at the location. The Educational method can be viewed in the parent app or requested at the location.
Health & safety method
The Health and safety method contains all the details on how the safety policy is implemented at the location. The Health and safety method can be viewed in the parent app or requested from the location manager.
Transitioning to after-school care
Good to know: if your child attends a daycare or preschool at KinderRijk, you will get priority for a place in our after-school care.
Our location manager
Michelly Richardson
Hello, my name is Michelly. After my educational studies, I started to work in childcare. I have been working in this sector for over 13 years, of which 8 years as a manager. My aim is to inspire others in a positive way. My passion is to help others grow and bring out the best in themselves.
“By recognising the children’s individuality, our team creates structure and a suitable range of activities. This results in a sense of security for the children, allowing them to develop to their full potential.”
Contact
Populierenlaan 333
1185 SN Amstelveen
1185 SN Amstelveen
Questions about VE-plus?
Feel free to contact our Child Planning Department.
T 020 – 426 08 66
E kindplanning@kinderrijk.nl