Child care at Ghent University
Options for children aged 0 to 3
Ghent University organises its own high-quality childcare for children from students and staff: day care centres (‘kinderdagverblijf’) or baby minders (‘onthaalouders’). Both options are specifically for children aged 0 to 3 and offer childcare during the day (i.e. office hours).
Application compulsory
There is a specific procedure to apply for a place. Plan ahead: due to high demand, applications should be made at least one year in advance.
Acceptance policy
Applying offers no guarantee of acceptance. All applications have to go through a screening process and places are granted, taking into account priorities and availability.
Rules and obligations
To make sure we, you and your child all benefit from a stay at the UGent nurseries some ground rules are necessary: