Studentenwerk Dresden

What makes Miniforscher special:

Every child is welcome here. Our facility is open to all families, regardless of whether they are affiliated with the university.

Diversity is part of our everyday life. We value the cultural backgrounds of our children and families and see them as a valuable asset. We also treat different family structures with openness and respect.

A special feature of the crèche Miniforscher is that the Studentenwerk Dresden can deploy additional staff from its own resources in the event of unplanned staff shortages. This allows us to keep day-to-day operations stable and avoid short-term restrictions as much as possible.

Care & settling in

• Full-day care for children from 9 weeks of age to 3.5 years of age
• Small facility with individualized care
• Care in fixed support groups
• Individualized and flexible settling-in period
• Follow-up care at the Spielwerk daycare center

Education & pedagogy

• Early childhood education
• Promoting independence
• Institutional child protection program provides security for all involved
• Weekly workshop day, with cooking, exercise, excursions, etc.

Pedagogical quality

• Continuous development of pedagogical quality and practice through four team training days per year
• Pedagogical conception as the foundation of our work

Spaces & environment

• Outdoor areas with natural areas
• Rooms specifically for toddlers with educational and play areas
• Age-appropriate and rooms designed with care
• Play corridors

Collaboration, diversity & community

• Close and trusting cooperation with families and the parents council
• Festivals & events (e.g. summer festival, children's day, fall festival, Christmas party)

Meals

• Full board with breakfast, a fruit snack, lunch, snacks, and beverages
• Balanced and healthy nutrition
• Consideration of allergies, intolerances, and religious or culturally determined eating habits

Current projects

• Individual educators are currently training to become nutrition ambassadors, sun protection coaches, and experts in the social-emotional development of children under three years of age
• Our outdoor area received a new sound wall, a race track for Bobby Cars and other toys, and a mud track in spring/summer 2025.