Loofles

What Loofles does

Loofles is a Dutch childcare and youth care provider headquartered in Kootwijkerbroek, Gelderland, operating across central Netherlands under three integrated service lines. The first line, Kinderopvang, delivers regular childcare across Kinderdagverblijf (ages 0-4), Peuteropvang (ages 2-4), and Buitenschoolse opvang (BSO, ages 4-12). The second line, Kinderopvang Plus, provides specialized care for children with developmental needs such as autism, ADHD, and attachment disorders through Kinderdagverblijf Plus (KDV+) and BSO+, with a 1-on-4 staff-to-child ratio and groups capped at four children. The third line, Specialistische Begeleiding, offers home- and school-based family support services — including Ambulante Gezinsbegeleiding, Intensieve Ambulante Gezinsbehandeling, Begeleiding op school, Begeleide omgang, and Verklarende analyse — funded through the Dutch Youth Act (Jeugdwet). All services are built around Loofles's proprietary 'Dynamische Driehoek' (Dynamic Triangle) pedagogical framework and supported by a third-party parent portal (Konnect / kidskonnect.cloud).

Loofles operates from approximately 17-20 locations spanning Gelderland (Apeldoorn, Arnhem, Ede, Harderwijk, Kootwijkerbroek, Nijkerk, Nunspeet, Oosterbeek, Veenendaal, Wageningen, Duiven) and Utrecht, making it a mid-sized regional operator rather than a national chain. The company runs two legal entities — Loofles Kinderopvang BV and Loofles Specialistisch BV — segregating regulated childcare operations from specialist family guidance. It employs 61 staff including HBO-level pedagogues, therapists, a behavioral scientist, personal coaches, and an HR and administrative function. The organization is founder-owned and led by Rina Liefting (Founder / Director of Youth Care) and Gerco Liefting (General Director / Co-owner); there is no evidence of external institutional investment.

Go-to-market is sales-led and hybrid: regular childcare enrollments are driven via the Konnect-powered web enrollment form, telephone intake, and free introductory meetings at each location; Plus and specialist services flow predominantly through referrals from municipal social teams (wijkteams), youth consultants (jeugdconsulenten), and GPs using the Gelders Aanmeldformulier Jeugdhulp, plus coordination with primary schools. Revenue streams include parental fees partially offset by Dutch kinderopvangtoeslag (childcare allowance from the Belastingdienst) for standard services, plus Jeugdwet-funded municipal beschikkingen for Plus and specialist services. Observed hourly rates cluster at €10.57-€12.27 across locations, with bedding-and-feeding inclusive KDV pricing and unit-priced peuteropvang morning sessions.

Name

Loofles

Legal name

Loofles Kinderopvang BV en Loofles Specialistisch BV

Website

https://loofles.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Loofles is a Dutch regional childcare and youth-care provider operating approximately 17-20 locations across Gelderland and Utrecht, offering regular childcare (KDV, peuteropvang, BSO), specialized Plus care for children with developmental needs, and Jeugdwet-funded family guidance services to families of children aged 0-12.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Childcare Services

NAICS

Child Care Services (62441), Child and Youth Services (62411), Individual and Family Services (6241)

SIC

Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Therapy-Integrated Childcare Support (coordination with OT/PT/SLP/ABA) (HSAAAIAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Autism (ASD) Support Childcare (HSAAAIAA), Family Resource Centers & Wraparound Support Services (EDACALAH)

Keywords

• Childcare services
• Child day care
• After-school care
• Youth care services
• Specialist family support

Headquarters

HQ city

Apeldoorn

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Kinderopvang (Childcare) Services: Loofles generates revenue through childcare services including Kinderdagverblijf (child day care, 0-4 years), Peuteropvang (toddler care, 2-4 years), and Buitenschoolse opvang (BSO, after-school care, 4-12 years). Parents pay hourly rates; childcare allowance (kinderopvangtoeslag) from the Dutch Tax Authority (Belastingdienst) partially offsets costs based on income.
2. Kinderopvang Plus Services: Kinderopvang Plus (KDV+ and BSO+) provides enhanced childcare for children with developmental needs (autism, ADHD, attachment issues). Revenue comprises two parts: regular childcare hours funded via childcare allowance, plus additional support hours funded through the Jeugdwet (Youth Act) with a municipal decision (beschikking).
3. Specialistische Begeleiding (Specialist Guidance): Specialist guidance services including Ambulante Gezinsbegeleiding (AG), Intensieve Ambulante Gezinsbehandeling (IAG), Begeleiding op school (school support), Begeleide omgang (supervised contact), and Verklarende analyse (explanatory analysis). Funded via the Jeugdwet with a municipal beschikking.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Loofles provides integrated childcare and youth care services across central Netherlands, including regular childcare (Kinderdagverblijf for ages 0-4, Peuteropvang for ages 2-4, Buitenschoolse opvang for ages 4-12), enhanced Plus childcare for children with developmental needs such as autism, ADHD, and attachment issues (KDV+ and BSO+), and specialist family guidance services (family support, intensive family treatment, school support, supervised contact, and explanatory analysis). All services are unified under the proprietary 'Dynamische Driehoek' (Dynamic Triangle) pedagogical framework, with revenue coming from parental fees plus the Dutch childcare allowance (kinderopvangtoeslag) and Jeugdwet municipal funding.

Product overview

Loofles is a Dutch childcare and youth care provider offering a unified portfolio of three interconnected service lines: (1) Kinderopvang — regular childcare comprising Kinderdagverblijf (day care, ages 0–4), Peuteropvang (preschool care, ages 2–4), and Buitenschoolse opvang (BSO, after-school care); (2) Kinderopvang Plus — enhanced versions of day care (KDV+) and BSO (BSO+) providing specialized, low-stimulus care for children with developmental needs (autism, ADHD, attachment issues) with a 1-on-4 staff ratio and HBO-trained professionals; and (3) Specialistische begeleiding — specialized family and child support including Ambulante Gezinsbegeleiding (AG), Intensieve Ambulante Gezinsbehandeling (IAG), Begeleiding op school, Begeleide omgang, and Verklarende analyse. All services are grounded in Loofles's proprietary 'Dynamische Driehoek' (Dynamic Triangle) pedagogical framework, emphasizing equal partnership between parent, professional, and child. A Konnect parent portal supplements all services with daily communication. Loofles operates approximately 20 locations across mid-Netherlands (Apeldoorn, Arnhem, Ede, Harderwijk, Kootwijkerbroek, Nijkerk, Nunspeet, Oosterbeek, Veenendaal, Wageningen, Utrecht, Duiven), serving children aged 0–12 years.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kinderdagverblijf (KDV) Full-day child day care for children aged 0-4 years, offering care, sleep, and developmental activities in small groups. Targets working parents seeking small-scale, warm-day care for infants and toddlers.
• Peuteropvang Part-day preschool care for children aged 2-4 years, focused on play and school preparation in small groups. Fixed half-day sessions support early childhood education and smooth transition to primary school.
• Buitenschoolse opvang (BSO) After-school care for school-age children aged 4-12 years, including holiday and study-day care, with activities and developmental support. Targets working parents needing supervised care during school terms and full-day care during holidays and study days.
• Buitenschoolse opvang Plus (BSO+) Specialized after-school care for children aged 4-12 with developmental needs (e.g., autism, ADHD, attachment issues), offering 1-on-4 ratio care, structured daily programs, and low-stimulus environment in small groups of up to 4 children. Targets families of children with developmental difficulties.
• Kinderdagverblijf Plus (KDV+) Specialized day care for children aged 2-5 (sometimes younger) with developmental needs, providing a safe, low-stimulus environment with a 1-on-4 staff-to-child ratio, personalized support plans, and developmental activities led by HBO-trained professionals. Targets families of children with developmental difficulties. Advertsies no waiting list.
• Ambulante Gezinsbegeleiding (AG) Low-threshold family support provided at the family's home, addressing practical parenting questions around structure, communication, and child behavior; includes 'opvoedparty' group sessions. Targets families experiencing parenting difficulties. Funded via Jeugdwet with municipal beschikking.
• Intensieve Ambulante Gezinsbehandeling (IAG) Intensive, long-term home-based family treatment for complex parenting challenges, involving more frequent sessions, deeper systemic analysis, and coordination with multiple professionals (school, youth care). Targets families with complex, multi-faceted problems. Funded via Jeugdwet with municipal beschikking.
• Begeleiding op school Temporary in-school support for children aged 4-12 with developmental needs (ADHD, ASS), providing individualized skill-building in or outside the classroom, coordinated with teachers and parents. Targets children experiencing developmental issues affecting school functioning. Funded via Jeugdwet with municipal beschikking.
• Begeleide omgang Professionally supervised contact between parent and child for families where the relationship is difficult or vulnerable, aimed at safely building or restoring emotional connection and trust. Targets families with prior separation, custody complications, or out-of-home placement. Funded via Jeugdwet with municipal beschikking.
• Verklarende analyse Explanatory analysis for families seeking help but unsure of the exact need, conducted in 4-5 sessions to map the situation, identify underlying factors, and recommend appropriate support. Targets families seeking help but uncertain of the appropriate service. Funded via Jeugdwet with municipal beschikking.

Quantifiable outcome

• Small groups: max 4 children per Plus group
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles8 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Gelderse Jeugdhulp (Gelderland Youth Care) referral systemcoreOthersLoofles participates in the Gelderland regional youth care referral system, using the standardized Gelders Aanmeldformulier Jeugdhulp (two-part form: part 1 for consultation/expert team discussion, parts 1+2 for formal youth care application). This is the mandatory intake pathway for all referring professionals seeking Loofles services.
• GGD (Dutch Municipal Health Service)coreOthersAll Loofles locations comply with GGD inspection standards and are subject to annual GGD safety, hygiene, and quality inspections. GGD inspection reports are publicly accessible via the Landelijk Register Kinderopvang (LRK).
• Gemeenten (Municipalities) in mid-NetherlandscoreOthersLoofles works with municipalities for funding of Plus services and specialist guidance via the Jeugdwet (Youth Act). Families receive a municipal beschikking (decision) that enables funding for KDV+, BSO+, and specialist services. Loofles supports families in the application process.
• Basisscholen (Primary schools) in mid-NetherlandscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLoofles coordinates with primary schools for school-based support (Begeleiding op school), BSO pickup/dropoff logistics, and shared-care planning for children with developmental needs. Collaboration includes shared goals, communication, and consistent approaches between school and Loofles.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Koninklijke Kentalis: Dutch specialist organization providing care, education, and support for children and adults with hearing, communication, and developmental needs. Comparable to Loofles's Plus services for children with developmental needs, though more clinically focused.
• Yes We Can Youthcare: Dutch specialist youth care provider for children with behavioral and developmental needs, including Jeugdwet-funded treatment and guidance. Operates in an adjacent niche to Loofles's Plus services with similar developmental-focused positioning.

Direct peers

• KidsFoundation: Dutch childcare chain operating KDV, peuteropvang, and BSO with a focus on quality and developmental programming. Comparable mid-sized multi-location operator with similar pedagogical positioning.
• SmallSteps: Mid-sized Dutch childcare chain operating KDV, peuteropvang, and BSO across multiple regions. Comparable to Loofles in scale, multi-location footprint, and family-oriented service positioning.
• Humankind: One of the largest Dutch childcare and youth care providers, combining regular childcare with specialist youth care and family support services under an integrated umbrella. Closest analog to Loofles's multi-service model and regional coverage in the Netherlands.
• Kivik Kinderopvang: Mid-sized Dutch childcare chain with KDV, peuteropvang, and BSO locations, focused on personal attention and small-scale settings. Comparable peer in operating philosophy and scale.
• NIVO Kinderopvang: Regional Dutch childcare provider offering KDV, BSO, and peuteropvang with multiple locations. Comparable mid-sized operator in the same sector and typical Dutch regional childcare model.
• Timon: Dutch youth care and family support organization offering Ambulant Gezinsbegeleiding, school support, and supervised contact services funded via Jeugdwet. Direct overlap with Loofles's Specialistische Begeleiding service line.

Broad incumbents

• Kidercado: Major Dutch childcare chain with nationwide KDV and BSO locations. Broad incumbent in regular childcare; positioned as a national-scale alternative to regional operators like Loofles.
• Partou: One of the largest national childcare chains in the Netherlands, offering KDV, BSO, and peuteropvang at broad scale. A broad incumbent in regular childcare rather than specialist Plus services, but competes for the same parent base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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