childcare center in Bochum will open in January 2027
(Bochum, July 22, 2026) The new childcare center will open its doors in January 2027. It will have capacity for 114 children, including both public and corporate spots for companies and partner organizations. The facility will be operated by Global Education gGmbH as part of the pme Familienservice and is the childcare center 21st childcare center in North Rhine-Westphalia.
The construction of the childcare center in Bochum is being carried out in close collaboration with dekon Bau- & Immobilien-Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH.
A place for diversity, community, and personal growth
Under the open-concept approach, up to 115 children ranging in age from 4 months to school age will be cared for in the future. For children under 2 years old, there is a “nest” group; for 2- to 3-year-olds, there is a quiet area that offers them a sense of security.
Susanna Paßlick, Facility Director:
"The childcare center is a place that celebrates diversity, community, and individual growth. At our inclusive center, we create a space where all children can discover, learn, and thrive together."
For children under 3, the facility follows Emmi Pikler’s educational approach, which emphasizes respectful care and the development of motor skills. The childcare center is complemented by animal-assisted education, playful STEM exploration, and the following areas of focus:
- Inclusion: Accessible facilities, a variety of therapy options available right on-site, and a well-trained, diverse educational team help ease the burden on families’ daily lives.
- Media Education: Children are given an age-appropriate foundation for using digital media such as iPads in a self-directed, competent, and creative way—for creating, exploring, and reflecting.
- Child Protection: A binding, comprehensive child protection plan safeguards children’s right to a violence-free upbringing and strengthens their rights and sense of self.
- Nutritious Meals: The meal plan is based on the DGE recommendations and offers varied, healthy meals.
Would you like to find out about available places or vacancies?
Susanna Paßlick, Regional Director
Email: childcare centerfamilienservice
childcare center
Dannenbaumstraße 21
44803 Bochum
Key facts about childcare center in Bochum:
- Expected opening: January 2027
- Estimated hours of operation: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Closed: 15 days per year
- Spots: 114 spots for children from 4 months old until they start school
- Trial Days: You are welcome to schedule a trial visit with the childcare center.
More information about childcare center in Bochum.
The pme Familienservice learning worlds
With over 90 childcare and educational facilities nationwide, pme Familienservice is one of the largest private providers of such services. pme Familienservice views providing working parents with childcare close to their workplace Familienservice a genuine commitment by companies to work-life balance. At the heart of its educational philosophy are flexible care hours, healthy nutrition, and, above all, high-quality education.
About the pme Familienservice - work-life pioneer since 1991
For over 30 years, the pme Familienservice has been Germany’s leading provider of Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and family support services. With more than 2,000 employees, the company supports employers and their employees in all aspects of life—from child care and elder care to mental health and work-life balance.
Press contact
Ifenna Ekezie-Gellersen
Press and Public Relations
pme Familienservice
Flottwellstraße 4-5
10785 Berlin
Phone: 030 263935622
Cell: 0151 68940705
Email:familienservice
