Kiem Onderwijs En Opvang

What Kiem Onderwijs En Opvang does

Kiem Onderwijs en Opvang is a Dutch non-profit educational foundation operating 13 integrated child centers (kindcentra) in the Maashorst municipality, primarily in Uden, serving children from ages 0 to 13. The organization combines primary education (basisonderwijs, including one special primary education school, SBO De Tandem) with childcare services: Kinderdagverblijf (KDV) for ages 0-2, Peuteropvang (POV) for ages 2-4 with VVE early education using the Piramide method, and Buitenschoolse Opvang (BSO) for ages 4-13. The integrated model unifies education and care under shared pedagogy (including Emmi Pikler care principles and Piramide VVE), with continuous professional relationships for children across developmental stages. Supporting platforms include Kiem Academie (online professional development), Kiem Connect (knowledge-sharing and commercial platform), and the June 2026 launched Het Grote IKC Formatie Spel, a EUR 79.95 board game commercializing Kiem's staffing-planning methodology for sale to other Dutch schools.

Revenue mechanics blend Dutch government primary education funding (per-student allocation, approximately EUR 7,170 per student per Formatiespel scenarios), parent-paid childcare fees at EUR 9.98-EUR 12.81 per hour depending on contract type (52, 48, or 40 weeks), municipal subsidies from Maashorst for VVE and NT2 programs, and ancillary product sales. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via online registration through a third-party Novict portal, supported by a self-serve rate calculator and 13 physical kindcentra locations. The workforce is approximately 450-650 staff, supplemented by a 2013-vintage MBO student BBL training pipeline with Koning Willem 1 College, expanded in 2025 with Fioretti College and Elde College pilots for MBO-1 and MBO-2 group-helper placements. The organization operates under the Kiemkracht ("sprout power") philosophy of integrated education and childcare, follows the Code Goed Bestuur (PO Raad), complies with AVG/GDPR, and holds Landelijk Register Kinderopvang registrations across all nine childcare locations.

Name

Kiem Onderwijs En Opvang

Legal name

Kiem Onderwijs en Opvang

Website

https://www.kiemuden.nl

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Kiem Onderwijs en Opvang is a Dutch non-profit foundation operating 13 integrated child centers in Maashorst municipality (primarily Uden), combining primary education and childcare for children ages 0-13, funded by government allocations, parent fees, and municipal subsidies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Integrated Childcare and Primary Education

NAICS

Child Care Services (62441), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Child Care Services (624410)

SIC

Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Inclusive Early Intervention & Transition-to-Preschool Services (EDACAFAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Inclusive Infant & Toddler Care (Special Needs / IFSP-Aligned) (EDACAGAI), Virtual Special Education & Related Services (IEP Delivery Online) (EDAJADAG)

Keywords

• Integrated child centers
• Primary education services
• Childcare and daycare
• Out-of-school care
• Special primary education

Headquarters

HQ city

Uden

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices14 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government-Funded Primary Education: Core funding from Dutch government for primary education services provided at 13 kindcentra. Part of regional school partnership SWV PO 30 06 for inclusive education.
2. Childcare Fees: Parent-paid fees for daycare (KDV), toddler playgroup (POV/VVE), and out-of-school care (BSO). Rates vary by contract type (52, 48, or 40 weeks/year). Parents may receive Dutch childcare allowance (kinderopvangtoeslag) to offset costs.
3. Municipal Subsidies: Subsidies from Maashorst municipality for specific programs including VVE (early childhood education), subsidies for parents without childcare allowance eligibility (8 hours), and NT2 language programs.
4. IKC Formatiespel Product Sales: Sale of Het Grote IKC Formatiespel board game at €79.95 per unit (€66.07 ex VAT) plus €10 shipping. Target customers are other schools and kindcentra seeking to improve workforce planning processes.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Kiem Onderwijs en Opvang operates 13 integrated child centers (kindcentra) in the Maashorst municipality, combining regular and special primary education with childcare services (daycare, toddler care, and out-of-school care) for children aged 0-13. The organization delivers unified education and childcare under one roof using the Piramide VVE early education method and Emmi Pikler pedagogy. It also commercializes the proprietary Het Grote IKC Formatie Spel board game and offers the Kiem Academie and Kiem Connect professional development and knowledge-sharing platforms.

Product overview

Kiem Onderwijs En Opvang operates an integrated child center (kindcentrum) model combining childcare (kinderopvang) and primary education (basisonderwijs) for children aged 0-13. The organization offers three main childcare services: Kinderdagverblijf (KDV) for ages 0-2, Peuteropvang (POV) for ages 2-4 with VVE early education using the Piramide method, and Buitenschoolse Opvang (BSO) for ages 4-13. Primary education is provided through regular and special (SBO) schools across 13 kindcentra. Supporting products include the Kiem Academie (online professional development platform), Kiem Connect (knowledge-sharing platform), and Het Grote IKC Formatie Spel (a commercial board game for staffing planning sold to other organizations). The organization emphasizes 'Kiemkracht' (Kiem-power) as their collaborative approach, integrating education and childcare into seamless child centers with unified pedagogy based on Emmi Pikler's principles for young children.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kindcentrum Den Dijk: Child center operated by Kiem in Uden
• Kindcentrum Het Speleon
• Kindcentrum Vindingrijk
• Speelleercentrum De Wijde Wereld
• Kindcentrum Florent
• Kindcentrum Marimba
• 't Mulderke
• De Palster
• 't Centrum
• Kindcentrum Raam
• De Vlonder
• SBO De Tandem
• De Vlieger
• Kiem Connect
• Kiem Academie
• Manos
• Het Grote IKC Formatie Spel

Products and services

• Kinderdagverblijf (KDV) 0-2 jaar Daycare services for babies and toddlers from 0-2 years, with extensive care including feeding, diaper changes, and sleep in their own cribs. Operates Monday to Friday from 8-18 hours, with extension possible from 7 hours until 18.30.
• Peuteropvang (POV) 2-4 jaar Toddler care for 2-4 year olds focused on playing, learning and discovering with peers. VVE (early education) is offered at six of seven locations using the Piramide method, providing extra support for language development through playful activities.
• Buitenschoolse Opvang (BSO) 4-13 jaar Before and after school care for 4-13 year olds focused on free time activities. Works with Doenkids activity database for daily planning across categories including sports, cooking, technology, arts, nature, and creative expression.
• Basisonderwijs Primary education including regular primary school and special primary education (SBO), offered through 13 kindcentra. Focus on inclusive education and 'passend onderwijs' (tailored education) for children with various support needs.
• Het Grote IKC Formatie Spel A proprietary board game for teams to collaboratively design a successful staffing plan for their school or child center. Players learn to reframe and make out-of-the-box choices, suitable for leveraging opportunities of collaboration in an integral child center. Sold to other schools and kindcentra at €79.95.
• Kiem Academie An integral online platform where Kiem employees can continuously develop, utilize and share qualities, collaborate and connect. Combines live meetings with online learning in a structural format.
• Kiem Connect Platform for organizing encounters, connecting and learning together. Enables cross-connection through and beyond the organization to increase professionalization. Also offers Het Grote IKC Formatiespel for sale and facilitation services.

Quantifiable outcome

• 70%+ of children in Jonge Kindgroep programs successfully transition to regular primary education
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and flagship.

• OptimusminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partnership with Optimus for Jonge Kindgroep pilot program starting January 2026, providing additional developmental support for young children needing extra time before transitioning to regular primary education.
• Fioretti CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership for MBO-1 and MBO-2 student work placement pilot (Leerwerkplek Groepshulp). Young people gain practical experience in kindcentra, learning to work with children, facilitate play, prepare food, and collaborate in teams.
• Elde CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership for group helper training pilot alongside Fioretti College, providing practical workplace experience for MBO students in childcare settings.
• SBB (Samenwerkingsorganisatie Beroepsonderwijs Bedrijfsleven)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025SBB is the national organization connecting vocational education and business. Recognized Kiem as nominee for Beste Leerbedrijf 2026. SBB oversees recognition of 250,000+ learning companies and 385,000+ practical trainers in the Netherlands.
• Manos (School & Omgeving Program)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Manos is a free after-school activities program for all primary school children in Maashorst municipality, initiated through the School & Omgeving program of the Ministry of OCW. Aims to provide equal opportunities and discover children's interests and talents.
• Koning Willem 1 CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013Long-standing partnership since 2013 for MBO student BBL (workplace learning) training programs. Students from the college complete practical training at Kiem kindcentra for Pedagogisch professional kinderopvang and onderwijsassistent qualifications.
• SAAM ScholencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with SAAM educational foundation for joint primary/secondary education (PO/VO) research group. Professionals from different educational foundations collaborate on continuous learning lines from ages 0-18, working to de-silo the current education system.
• SWV PO 30 06coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKiem participates in school partnership (Samenwerkingsverband) for inclusive education. Agreements made on basic quality and support structure. Jointly developed document 'Een sterke basis op elke school' (A strong foundation at every school) defining baseline support.
• Stichting Schoolsport UdenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to enable all children to participate in the avondvierdaagse (evening walking event), one of the largest in the Netherlands. Made participation voluntary contribution to ensure children from financially vulnerable families can join.
• Maashorst Handen IneenflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerBroad community partnership in Maashorst municipality involving education, care, municipality and partners. Focused on early intervention, community care for children, and building strong social foundation. Includes NT2 language network and various joint initiatives.
• SBO Het Baken (Oss)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSecond location for Jonge Kindgroep pilot in Oss, developed in partnership with Samenwerkingsverband PO 30 06.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Partou: Partou is one of the largest national childcare operators in the Netherlands, providing KDV, POV, and BSO services across hundreds of locations. While not specific to the integrated education-plus-childcare IKC model like Kiem, it competes for the same Dutch parent-customer base and government-subsidized childcare funding.
• Smallsteps: Smallsteps is a Dutch national daycare provider operating KDV and BSO services across many locations in the Netherlands. It competes with Kiem on childcare contracts (with kinderopvangtoeslag eligibility) within Kiem's Maashorst catchment and surrounding regions.
• Humankind: Humankind is a large national Dutch childcare and education organization operating both kinderapvang and integrated IKC-style services at scale. Compared to Kiem, it operates with much broader geographic coverage and centralized infrastructure, making it a broader incumbent in the same space.

Direct peers

• Blosse: Blosse is a Dutch integrated child center (IKC) organization combining primary education and childcare across multiple sites in the West-Friesland region. It is structurally similar to Kiem in operating both basisonderwijs and kinderapvang under a unified model with shared pedagogy across locations.
• Kind & Co: Kind & Co is a Dutch IKC provider offering combined childcare (KDV, POV, BSO) and primary education under an integrated model. Direct overlap with Kiem in services offered, target ages (0-13), and integrated child center philosophy.
• Eigen & Wijzer: Eigen & Wijzer is a Dutch IKC-style operator running integrated education and childcare sites serving 0-13 year olds. Like Kiem, it emphasizes continuous developmental lines, teacher-child continuity, and combined basisonderwijs/kinderopvang service delivery.
• Tangenborgh: Tangenborgh is an IKC organization in the Emmen region combining primary education, childcare, and youth services across multiple locations under one foundation governance. Comparable to Kiem in serving as a regional multi-site IKC operator with both KDV/BSO and basisonderwijs.

Regional players

• Optimus Onderwijs: Optimus is a regional Dutch primary education organization that is a named Jonge Kindgroep partner with Kiem. Operates within SWV PO 30 06 in the same region, providing a directly adjacent education footprint that overlaps Kiem's primary education catchment without competing directly inside Kiem's 13 sites.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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