New after-school care center in Heddernheim: Creative play paradise for primary school students!

New after-school care center in Heddernheim: Creative play paradise for primary school students!

A new after-school care center is opening in Heddernheim, which is intended to cover the afternoon needs of many families. The Hort Schumann campus at Aßlarer Straße 21 has opened its doors and offers space for up to 42 primary school children. The first 20 children are already enjoying the new rooms, which were specially designed for the needs of the students at the Robert Schumann School and the Heinrich Kromer School. According to the education and construction department, the need for additional after-school care centers in the region is emphasized, as the supply of childcare places in Heddernheim is less than 50 percent.

The opening not only offers new childcare places, but also a wealth of creative opportunities for the children. With more than 50 drawers in the active workshop, the little ones can tinker and be creative to their heart's content. A kiln in the basement opens up exciting prospects for clay work. An exercise room with a bouldering wall, table football and many other play options ensures that the children stay active.

Art and movement combined

A special highlight of the after-school care center is the educational kitchen, where the children can cook together. Lunch is delivered by a caterer who ensures that the little ones also enjoy healthy food. The entire Schumann campus is designed to be barrier-free and thus promotes inclusive coexistence.

There is also a homework room for parents where children can study and work in a quiet atmosphere. Regular offers to promote reading and a constantly expanding range of books round off the educational offerings. A relaxation room with dimmed lighting ensures that the children can relax from time to time, and positive feedback from parents confirms the high demand for the new childcare offerings.

Looking into the future

The Hort Schumann campus is expected to be expanded by an extension at Aßlarer Straße 17 by the end of 2026. After this expansion, care for a total of 82 children should be possible. Further childcare offerings for primary schools in the area are also planned in the future. For this purpose, a legal right to full-day care for first grades will be gradually introduced from 2026, as the education server explains. This means that not only immediate needs are covered, but a long-term solution for the care situation in Heddernheim is also sought.

Overall, the new creative after-school care center is a place that not only offers space for care, but also for personal development and creative education. The exciting design, the diverse offerings and the positive feedback from the first parents show that a good hand has been used to create a piece of quality of life for the Heddernheim families. For further information about the new offerings on the Schumann Campus, visit fr.de, heddernheim.de and bildungsserver.de.