childcare center Natur(t)raum Ochtrup
A place in the countryside

Our childcare center is located on the outskirts of Ochtrup and offers plenty of time and space to discover and experience nature, both in our spacious outdoor area and on walks through the woods and meadows.

In two bright and friendly group rooms in the lower area and functional rooms in the upper area, the children have space to play and feel at home.

Address

Witthagen 2 a
48607 Ochtrup

childcare center 's "Naturtraum" in Ochtrup: Hours of Operation

Opening hours

07.00 - 17.00
 

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childcare center 's "Naturtraum" in Ochtrup: Closing Times

Closing times

We close on 15 days during the summer vacation, on the days between Christmas and New Year and on public holidays in NRW.

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childcare center 's "Naturtraum" Open House Days in Ochtrup

Taster days

You are welcome to arrange a trial appointment with the childcare center to get to know the facility.

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Questions about our childcare center and the allocation of places will be answered by our team!

Groups and Size at " childcare center " Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Groups & Size

We currently look after 72 children aged 1 to 6 years in four groups. They have the opportunity to experience learning adventures together and explore their environment.

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childcare center 's Flexible Childcare Models at Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Flexible childcare models

We offer flexible booking models of 25, 35 and 45 hours, which are based on the needs of the families. The childcare times can be changed each year. 

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Registration Process for " childcare center " Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Application procedure

Registrations are possible via the online system "Kreis-STEP".

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Collaboration with Families at the " childcare center " Nature Retreat in Ochtrup

Cooperation with families

Working in partnership with families is very important to us. We see ourselves as an institution that complements the family, which is why parental involvement and
participation are very important to us.

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Pikler Pedagogy at the " childcare center " Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Pikler/Hengstenberg pedagogy

Autonomous movement development, free play in functional rooms and relational care are basic themes of the Pikler/Hengstenberg pedagogy and characterize our pedagogical work.

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Collaborative Work at " childcare center " Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Networked working

The networked work promotes independence, initiative, self-organization, self-efficacy and communication skills in the children. This allows them to pursue their individual interests.

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Groups and Size at " childcare center " Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Groups & Size

We currently look after 72 children aged 1 to 6 years in four groups. They have the opportunity to experience learning adventures together and explore their environment.

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childcare center 's Flexible Childcare Models at Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Care models

We offer flexible booking models of 25, 35 and 45 hours, which are based on the needs of the families. The childcare times can be changed each year. 

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Registration Process for " childcare center " Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Application procedure

Registrations are possible via the online system "Kreis-STEP".

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Collaboration with Families at the " childcare center " Nature Retreat in Ochtrup

Cooperation with families

Working in partnership with families is very important to us. We see ourselves as an institution that complements the family, which is why parental involvement and
participation are very important to us.

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Pikler Pedagogy at the " childcare center " Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Pikler/Hengstenberg pedagogy

Autonomous movement development, free play in functional rooms and relational care are basic themes of the Pikler/Hengstenberg pedagogy and characterize our pedagogical work.

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Collaborative Work at " childcare center " Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Networked working

The networked work promotes independence, initiative, self-organization, self-efficacy and communication skills in the children. This allows them to pursue their individual interests.

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What is close to our hearts

Welcome to the childcare center Naturtraum - a place where children can experience nature up close and develop their creativity freely. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have about our facility or our conceptual focus: 
Sophie Kopper Facility management
childcare center 's Nature-Inspired Outdoor Area: A Natural Paradise in Ochtrup

Outdoor area close to nature 

Behind it is a large play area that was planned by the garden and landscape architecture firm NaturLeben in collaboration with the childcare center. 

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Healthy Eating at the " childcare center " Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Wholesome and healthy nutrition

Regional, seasonal, balanced and varied dishes are prepared daily in our fresh kitchen. Our "all-inclusive meal package" consists of breakfast, lunch and a snack.

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Inclusion and Diversity at the " childcare center " Nature Retreat in Ochtrup

Inclusion and diversity

Inclusive education means the pedagogy of diversity. Every person is unique and has their own abilities and skills. We focus on these skills, strengths and needs.

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Child Protection at the " childcare center " Nature Retreat in Ochtrup

Child protection is a matter close to our hearts

With our protection concept, we take into account the child's right to a non-violent upbringing in the family and in the childcare center . We want to make children aware of their rights and empower them to stand up for themselves.

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Animal-Assisted Education at the " childcare center " Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Animal education in our childcare center

By caring for and looking after animals, the children learn a sense of responsibility as well as a feeling for the environment. They also learn about what animals need for a good life.

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Media Education at the " childcare center " Nature Retreat in Ochtrup

Media education right from the start

We give children a secure foundation for self-determined, competent and creative use of digital media. We use them for designing, documenting, researching, observing, presenting and reflecting.

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childcare center 's Nature-Inspired Outdoor Area: A Natural Paradise in Ochtrup

Outdoor area close to nature 

Behind it is a large play area that was planned by the garden and landscape architecture firm NaturLeben in collaboration with the childcare center. 

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Healthy Eating at the " childcare center " Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Wholesome and healthy nutrition

Regional, seasonal, balanced and varied dishes are prepared daily in our fresh kitchen. Our "all-inclusive meal package" consists of breakfast, lunch and a snack.

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Inclusion and Diversity at the " childcare center " Nature Retreat in Ochtrup

Inclusion and diversity

Inclusive education means the pedagogy of diversity. Every person is unique and has their own abilities and skills. We focus on these skills, strengths and needs.

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Child Protection at the " childcare center " Nature Retreat in Ochtrup

Child protection is a matter close to our hearts

With our protection concept, we take into account the child's right to a non-violent upbringing in the family and in the childcare center . We want to make children aware of their rights and empower them to stand up for themselves.

Example link
Animal-Assisted Education at the " childcare center " Naturtraum in Ochtrup

Animal education in our childcare center

By caring for and looking after animals, the children learn a sense of responsibility as well as a feeling for the environment. They also learn about what animals need for a good life.

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Media Education at the " childcare center " Nature Retreat in Ochtrup

Media education right from the start

We give children a secure foundation for self-determined, competent and creative use of digital media. We use them for designing, documenting, researching, observing, presenting and reflecting.

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We ensure the quality of the educational concept through a variety of measures.

Wide range of benefits

Wide range of benefits 

Highlights: Use of pme Familienservice services, free lunch, iPad also for private use, pension allowance, sabbatical, travel allowance, budget for pme clothing.

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Further development

Further development 

We support your personal and professional development through an extensive range of further training courses at the pme Academy - from media education and Pikler pedagogy to communication with parents.

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Colorful teams

Colorful teams

Diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives enrich our everyday life. We foster an appreciative atmosphere in which everyone can contribute their strengths and at the same time value neutrality.

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Participation and freedom

Participation and freedom

With us, your ideas are in demand and many paths are open to you. You can design your own projects right from the start, set priorities and actively contribute your interests to childcare center. 
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Flexibility

Flexibility 

Full-time or part-time - with us, the choice is yours. You decide the working hours that suit your work-life balance so that you can achieve the best possible work-life balance.

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Work and family audit certificate
Kiwa Seal for certification under the DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 quality management standard
National Top Employer Award
SKIC Data Protection Seal: Verified
"Family as a Key to Success" Seal of Recognition for a Family-Friendly Human Resources Policy
kununu's "Top Company" designation as a mark of quality for a valuable corporate culture