Norlandia Daycare ASH

Daycare in Wassenaar, Netherlands

Norlandia Daycare ASH is an English-speaking daycare in Wassenaar, located in the Early Childhood Center of the American School of The Hague. It welcomes children from 0 to 4 years old and is open for 37 weeks each year, with care days that follow the school’s holidays and days off. Because the daycare is based at the school, the setting can feel familiar and steady for young children, especially when they move on toward school age. The atmosphere is described as one where children can explore, play, and settle into routines in a trusted environment.

The approach is play-based and encourages children to discover things for themselves. Norlandia says children are given space to do things on their own when they are ready, from spreading butter on their bread to making independent choices in their activities. The daycare also places emphasis on sustainability education, outdoor activities, and curiosity through play. English is the language used in the group. The staff team is international, like the American School of The Hague, and some pedagogical staff are trained as baby specialists. All staff hold a pediatric first aid certificate according to the standard of Het Oranje Kruis.

Daily life includes plenty of opportunities to be outdoors, especially when the weather is good. The daycare has its own garden, where children can play and make friends. The youngest children explore the grass, toddlers learn to balance, and older children can ride around on tricycles. The wider school environment also supports active and creative experiences, with outdoor and creative spaces such as a gym, athletics tracks, the wooden Tractor Play Area, and the large slide designed for Wassenaar’s hilly landscape. In the vegetable garden, children learn about nature and gardening. Parents can also receive information through the Konnect parent app, which shares updates about what a child experiences during the day.

What makes Norlandia Daycare ASH distinctive is its combination of a small-age range, a stable and international staff team, and its setting inside the Early Childhood Center at ASH. Children have one group with space for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, and each child has a dedicated mentor who follows their development and well-being throughout the year. The site’s long connection to the school environment may be especially reassuring for families who value a smooth transition toward school. It may be a good fit for families looking for English-language childcare in Wassenaar, with a strong outdoor focus, a play-based approach, and a practical connection to the surrounding school community.

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