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Nature-oriented daycare centre Pilke Kielo
A positive attitude towards nature and a sustainable lifestyle!
Groups
Ketut (3-5y.)
tel. 040 4589328
Siilit (under 3y.)
tel. 040 4589329
Fees
The daycare fee is at its highest the same as in the municipal daycare. Service voucher and daycare hours may affect to the fee.
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 6:30–17 (as necessary)
Applying
Apply for a service voucher daycare place on the website of the City of Vantaa and fill Pilke’s Daycare application form.
Pilke Kielo is a small and homelike nature-oriented daycare centre for 30 children in Simonkylä, Vantaa.
Daycare centre Kielo is located within a walking distance from forests, parks and beautiful landscapes around three small lakes. In the wintertime, the surroundings offer excellent opportunities for sled sliding, skiing and skating. At the nature-oriented daycare centre, the children learn a positive attitude towards nature, outdoor activities and a sustainable lifestyle.
Kielo provides high-quality child-centred early childhood education and care in a welcoming atmosphere. We encounter each child genuinely, taking account of their individual needs. Our operation is characterised by an unhurried atmosphere, the joy of active life and good humour. The operation is based on play, common activities and paying attention to the children’s ideas. Everyday phenomena experienced and perceived by the children form the cornerstone of learning. Imagination, recycling, regular nature trips and the use of nature’s gifts as part of play and learning are an integral part of the everyday life at Kielo.
Focus
Nature
Location
Contact information
Manager
Johanna Huiko
Tel. 040 458 9330
johanna.huiko@pilkepaivakodit.fi
Daycare tel. 040 458 9328
Sananjalantie 6
01350 Vantaa
Frequently asked questions
According to the children under our care:
It is when you get hugs and play with your friends.
It is when you're on a trip or doing something exciting.
It is when you get to sleep a good nap.
It is when you can be yourself.
It is when someone comforts you when you feel bad.
It's when you learn some new play that you can play at home with your family.
The most important goal of Pilke playschools is: to provide the child with a good day to learn - every day.
The playschool is opened as usual in June and in August. July is the holiday season, but care is provided when necessary. Ask the manager of the playschool for details on July opening hours.
Sleeping is not obligatory, but we encourage everybody to rest after lunch and listen to the stories or peaceful music.
Before the start of early childhood education, a common meeting will be arranged to discuss the service contract and the start of early childhood education. Everydayfeedback when dropping off and picking up the child are an important part of catching up and discuss the child’s progress and any concern the guardians may have. Other forms of contact are phones, text messages and emails. All playschools also have notice boards which are worth checking. The playschools also arrange regular parents' evenings and other events, not to forget the annual early childhood education conferences (known as “vasu”).
In Pilke playschools, the breakfast and snack menu has been designed by a nutritionist, which meets the new 2018 early childhood education recommendation. The list includes a versatile selection of Finnish berries, root vegetables and vegetables and whole grain products. We make a conscious effort to cut off sugar-impregnated yoghurts, quarks and sausages. The amount of additives has also been reduced. A warm lunch is provided by our external partner. We also consider special diets. Ask more details from our early childhood educators. For children under 12 months of age, we provide infant formula if needed.
A Typical Day
The daily routines at the daycare center always depend on the size of the unit and its goals, so this timetable is just a general guideline. The actual timetable for a typical day can be seen on each group's notice board.
| 7:30 | Welcome! Playschool doors open. We start our day playing and having fun with friends. |
| 7:45-8:15 | Breakfast time (Served until 8:00) |
| 9:00-10:30 | Outdoor play and exploration |
| 10:30 | Morning circle - songs, stories and discussion |
| 10:45–12:00 | Centre time (inside or outside) – this can be art and crafts, music, drama, science, language, sport… |
| 12:00 | Lunch, healthy habits and good manners |
| After lunch time, the children are read a story and have a relaxation time with music or stories. | |
| 13:30 | For children who are not sleeping, quiet focused activity with their early childhood educator. |
| 14:00 | Wake up time and free play |
| 14:30 | Afternoon snack |
| 15:00 | Story time |
| 15:30–17:15 | Outdoor play and exploration |
| 17:30 | Playschool closes and we say “see you tomorrow!” |