Short-term care in the Campusnest

Campusnest offers short-term childcare for children aged 9 weeks to 3 years - right on the campus of TU Dresden. Students and university staff from all Dresden universities (which are assigned to the Studentenwerk Dresden) can have their children looked after by the hour, for example to attend lectures, study, work, or manage private appointments.

What makes our Campusnest special:

  • Hourly childcare close to campus
  • Individual care provided by qualified educational staff
  • Personalized & flexible settling-in process
  • Close and cooperative collaboration with families
  • Flexible relief in everyday university or work life
  • Child-friendly play areas & outdoor spaces
  • Child protection policy in place
  • Educational concept
  • Fixed bookings - care for the entire semester
  • Flexible bookings - short-term care
  • On-site workspaces

General information

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Address Hochschulstraße 50/0105A, 01069 Dresden (International Guest House)
Opening­hours Monday - Friday, 9:05 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Hours may be adjusted according to demand (earlier closing times possible)
Closing­days

During semester breaks, Campusnest is usually closed. However, short-term childcare may still be arranged upon request.

  • 02.01.2026 - closing day
  • 09.02. - 20.03.2026 - Winter closure during semester breaks
  • 23.03.2026 - First opening day of the 2026 summer semester
  • 15.05.2026 - closing day (bridge day)
  • 20.07. - 25.09.2026 - Summer closure during semester breaks
  • 28.09.2026 - First opening day of the 2026/2027 winter semester
Telephone +49 351 4519193 or +49 175 8069906
E-Mail campusnest@studentenwerk-dresden.de
Contact person Susanne Kammel

Short-term care made easy - flexible or fixed, depending on what you need!

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Short-term childcare at Campusnest is organized in blocks of two hours each. A maximum of two blocks (four hours) per day and up to seven blocks (14 hours) per week can be booked.

There are two booking options available:

o With a fixed booking, 1 to 7 childcare blocks per week (maximum of 2 blocks per day) are reserved for the entire semester. This option offers reliable and cost-effective childcare. Fixed bookings can be made in person, via email at campusnest@studentenwerk-dresden.de, or by phone at +49 351 4519193. If your preferred time slot is unavailable, we will work with you to find an alternative. The fee for a fixed booking is paid in full for the entire semester via direct debit. A payment receipt will be provided. A booking form must be completed for fixed bookings.

Booking form as PDF file Childcare contract as PDF file

Flexible booking allows for short-term childcare, which can be reserved online or directly at Campusnest. Registration should take place as early as possible, but at least 48 hours before the start of care. FLEX blocks are based on availability. To ensure a smooth and supportive experience, an individual settling-in period with a parent should also be planned.

After receiving a booking confirmation, the childcare fee must be paid at the cashier of the International Guest House before the childcare session begins. The payment receipt serves as proof of booking. The childcare contract can be completed either in advance or directly at the start of the first session.

For FLEX blocks, it is recommended to arrive at Campusnest approximately 20 minutes before the session begins in order to complete the necessary formalities such as payment and contract signing. Due to insurance regulations, children can only be cared for after all formalities have been completed.

Booking form as PDF file Childcare contract as PDF file

A combination of fixed and flexible bookings is possible, allowing you to adapt childcare to your changing needs throughout the semester.


Childcare fees

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Childcare costs Fixed booking Flexible booking
Students € 6.00 per block € 8.00 per block
Staff members € 12.00 per block € 18.00 per block

Get started at Campusnest, so parents can get through their day relaxed and stress-free!

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Before your child can be cared for at Campusnest, a childcare contract must be signed. Please fill out the childcare contract (2 copies) and either submit both forms in person at Campusnest or send them by mail or email to campusnest@studentenwerk-dresden.de.

Before the first childcare session, we ask parents to create an information card about their child (DIN A5 format) including the following details:

  • Page 1: A photo of the child, as well as their name and date of birth
  • Page 2 with the following information:
    • Food: What? When?
    • Sleeping: Where/how preferably? Soother/cuddly toy?
    • Stroller: Color? Brand?
    • Favorite activities:
    • Emergency telephone numbers:
Childcare contract as PDF file

Workplaces for parents in the International Guest House

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While the children are being cared for at Campusnest, parents can retreat to the lounge area of the International Guest House. In a relaxed atmosphere, they have the opportunity to prepare for lectures, work on term papers, or simply take a break.

Even during the settling-in period, the lounge is available to parents, allowing them to stay close to their children.

The lounge offers comfortable seating, a terrace with outdoor seating, and a coffee machine.


Virtual tour of Campusnest

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Discover Campusnest comfortably from home. Our virtual tour gives you a first impression of our facilities.

Virtuelle Tour durch das Campusnest
Virtual tour of Campusnest
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Contact person of Campusnest

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Manager

Susanne Kammel
Tel.: +49 351 4519193

campusnest@studentenwerk-dresden.de

Map of the Campusnest

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Links & documents

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