After School & Holiday Care for ISH students
Day Care
Pre-School After School Care
Setting the Standard
Holiday Camps
The #1 childcare choice for internationally minded families in The Hague
The Oaks Where the fun begins... The Oaks is located in the new Die Haghe clubhouse on the sports fields immediately behind the International School of The Hague (ISH). The majority of the ground floor is reserved for the exclusive use of Zein Out of School Care. The homely interior dÊcor with chunky wooden furnishings is complemented by the brand new natural playground, featuring a wide range of wooden play equipment. The opening times of this location are tailored to the specific opening times and term dates of the ISH. We also cover early closure and teacher admin days, ensuring that we are always able to provide care for your child when you need it. The Oaks Features: Purpose-built facilities located on the sports fields right behind the school Second late pick-up from school, allowing children the chance to participate in ISH’s co-curricular clubs Natural playground featuring exciting wooden play equipment for a range of ages Freshly prepared organic and nutritious snacks One location for ages 4-12 years so that siblings can be together Rustic wooden furnishings with age appropriate furniture and equipment
Zein at The Oaks The International School
The Oaks: Wijndaelerweg 9, 2554 BZ The Hague
We recognise the need of each child to relax, refresh and play at the end of a formal school day. We provide a welcoming and homelike environment where we motivate and engage children in a fun range of creative activities, offering Themes and Topics aimed at meeting the interests of the children in our care. This fits alongside a sporting and recreational programme that encourages children to exercise and explore the outdoors. Older children are also supported through the provision of quiet homework time and appropriate resources. We provide children with the opportunity to collaborate on a focused project for an extended period of time (6-10 weeks). These projects are designed to tap into the children’s interests and to encourage teamwork.
During school holidays, our After School Care locations become day long hubs of fun and activity as they play host to our Holiday Camp programme. During the shorter mid-term breaks, Multi-Activity Camps are the order of the day, but the longer holidays offer the chance for activities to be organised around different themes. From Surfing to Performing Arts and Tennis to Circus Skills there is a great range of fun filled days to choose from. Every weekly activity programme is also complemented by two exciting field trips. Whether you’re looking for something fun to keep your child occupied, or you need full time care while you’re at work, Zein has the answer!
• Sports & games: tennis, basketball, football, hockey etc. • Art: such as painting, drawing, modelling & collages • Music: signing & playing musical instruments • Theatre: movement and dance, dress-up and plays • Cooking: cake baking & decorating, making pizza etc.
Themes like: • Multi-Activity • Multi-Sport • Art • Circus • Performing Arts • Construction • Tennis • Adventure, Tech • Surfing • Tennis • Football and so much more.... Field trips such as animal parks, museums, skiing, survival parks, rock climbing etc.
Professional and caring teachers Zein teachers are caring role models with an international background – trained and experienced professionals who truly love working with children. They are there to nurture, guide and support the children to be the best they can be, in all areas of development. We believe in investing in the development of our staff for the benefit of the children in our care. The Zein Academy was set up to provide professional tailor-made training for all staff with a unique focus on the international and multilingual child.
With over 100 staff representing 39 nationalities, Zein really is ‘Setting the Standard’ in the international make up of its workforce.
Setting the Standard in International Childcare
Setting the Standard
Zein has been providing international childcare to families in The Hague for over a decade. We understand the unique needs and expectations of internationally diverse families; the way no other childcare provider does. It is this empathic child and family oriented approach that ensures Zein is the first choice for internationally minded parents looking for high quality care for their children. Across our The Hague locations, we work both independently and in partnership with key international schools, delivering a specially designed award-winning approach that focusses on the uniqueness of growing up in an internationally oriented environment.
3 months to 4 years old
2½ to 4 years old
With a high staff:child ratio of three carers per group, our day care offers a loving, safe and home-like environment for your child. We consider ourselves partners in the care of every child and pay particular attention to socioemotional growth – a critical area for all children, but even more so for transient Third Culture Kids (TCKs). We provide a nurturing but stimulating programme to help develop your child’s individuality and self-confidence to the fullest.
Our pre-school provides the ideal option if you want your child to socialise, develop and learn – but do not need full-time care. Our tailored pre-school curriculum ensures positive and observable development – it builds independence and confidence, ensuring an easy transition into junior or primary school when your child is ready. Both morning and afternoon* sessions are available with attendance patterns ranging from one to five days per week.
Available at 3 locations in The Hague Year round, only closed on public holidays Full Day Sessions 08:00 - 18:30
Available at 2 locations in The Hague Follows relevant international school holidays * Afternoon sessions subject to demand
To reserve a place or for more information visit www.zeinchildcare.nl or contact our friendly team via info@zeinchildcare.nl or +31 (0)70 3268 263 The Dutch Childcare Allowance Because Zein is a registered and fully licensed childcare provider the Dutch government reimburses a substantial portion of the childcare costs to all families where both parents (or a single parent) are working or studying – irrespective of nationality or length of stay. Visit zeinchildcare.nl to find out how much you will get back or ask our registration office for (free) support with your application.