Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen
Daycare in The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands
At a glance
- Type: Daycare
- Ages: 0–12
- Curriculum: activity-based, educational, Play-based, personal development
- Languages: Dutch, English
- Address: Scheveningseweg 46, The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands
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- Website: https://bigbenkids.com/childcare-location/the-hague-scheveningen/
Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen is a daycare and after school care location in Scheveningen, The Hague, in South Holland, Netherlands. It serves children from 0 to 12 years old. The school’s message is to “playfully prepare for bigger things to come,” and the tone described on the source page is warm, friendly, and personal. The location is housed in a large, elegant building at Scheveningseweg 46, built in 1899, and the childcare team says it thinks of the setting as “one big family.”
The daycare programme is described as playful and educational, with children prepared for primary school in a gentle way. Babies receive one-on-one attention, with practitioners working with a small number of babies so they can respond quickly to each child’s needs. Mornings include a structured pre-school programme, while the afternoon has less organised activities. Children learn about time, days of the week, colours, and other early concepts. The curriculum tags listed for the school include activity-based, educational, play-based, and personal development. The languages noted are Dutch and English.
Daily life includes purpose-designed rooms for each age group, and the building is described as light and bright. Outdoor space is part of the setting, with a beautiful garden for play, a sensory balcony for babies, and the Scheveningse Bosjes park and beaches close by. Activities mentioned include music and swimming lessons. The after school care programme for children aged 4 to 12 offers physical, musical, general interest, and creative activities. It also includes swimming, sporting activities, outdoor pursuits in The Hague and surrounding areas, music-based activities and workshops, and creative options such as fun with food, arts and crafts, baking, cooking, and learning about healthy eating. The centre is open 52 weeks a year, Monday to Friday, closing only on Dutch bank holidays.
What stands out most is the combination of a personal family-style atmosphere, a central location in an elegant historic building, and a broad age range from babies through to older primary school children. The school may be a good fit for families looking for childcare that feels warm and close-knit, with a structured yet playful approach, and for parents needing both daycare and after school care in one place. It also supports busy families through after school pickup from several schools, including Lycee Francais, European School, HSV van Nijenrodestraat, Annie M.G. Schmidtschool van Hoornbeekstraat, Annie MG Schmidt Jacob de Graefflaan, and CBS De Spiegel school.
Frequently asked questions about Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen
Where is Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen located?
Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen is located at Scheveningseweg 46, The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands, at coordinates 52.0963542, 4.2851862. You can view the exact position on the map on this page and open it in your preferred maps app for directions.
What type of school is Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen?
Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen is listed in the IPC Education directory as a daycare serving families in The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands, with a curriculum described as activity-based, educational, Play-based, personal development.
What ages does Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen accept?
This listing shows ages 0–12. Entry points and class groupings can change from year to year, so confirm current intake ages with the school before applying.
What curriculum and languages are used?
Curriculum information on record: activity-based, educational, Play-based, personal development. Languages of instruction listed: Dutch, English.
What are the opening hours at Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen?
Published hours for this listing: [object Object]. Holiday periods, half days and any extended care sessions can differ, so confirm the current timetable with the school.
How do I apply or arrange a visit to Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen?
Start by using the Request Information button on this page or by contacting the school directly. Most schools ask for a visit first, then an application form, a copy of the child's birth record and immunisation record, and a registration fee. Confirm the exact steps and deadlines with the school, as requirements differ across The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands.
Is Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen an IPC Verified school?
Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen is not currently listed as an IPC Verified school and is not authorised to display the IPC Verified badge.
How do I contact Big Ben Kids The Hague/Scheveningen?
Website: bigbenkids.com · Address: Scheveningseweg 46, The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands
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