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After the private care support, the client fee is a maximum of 490 € / month, depending on the care times and the child’s age.
Inquire about sister discount from the daycare manager. We also have free 4-hour early childhood education for 5-year-olds.
Please fill Pilke’s daycare application form.
You can apply at any time, and you can get started quickly!
Fill in and submit the application form. No attachments are required and the application is not yet binding. You can also queue your application for a day care.
You will be contacted within 2 working days and we will agree on how to proceed.
Daisy is our communication and information channel between home and daycare. We use Daisy to communicate, for example, about events and news from the daycare.
Families use Daisy to send us information such as childcare bookings and absence notifications.
At Home in Nature – Daycare near Vanhankaupunginkoski
The small and homelike Mörrintupa daycare is located in a historic setting by Vanhankaupunginkoski, close to the site where the city of Helsinki was originally founded.
Daycare activities have taken place in this atmospheric log villa since 2008. Today, Mörrintupa is a close-knit community of 28 children and their families, four educators, and a daycare assistant. Cooperation with parents is an integral part of the pedagogy and is based on trust and openness.
Mutual trust among the adults caring for the children is a key factor in supporting growth, development, and well-being, as well as in creating a sense of safety. Excursions, celebrations, and events are organized together.
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As part of our At Home in Nature activities, we promise to:
- spend unhurried time outdoors, come rain or shine,
- engage in outdoor activities several hours a day,
- make trips to close by nature at least three times a week,
- use primarily natural playthings,
- enable long-term play and versatile exercise for the children every day,
- ensure that an adult is always available and that everyone is appreciated as a unique individual,
- cherish the values of a sustainable lifestyle.
A Warm Welcome to Mörrintupa!
Outdoor life all year round
“At home in nature” means outdoor life in all kinds of weather, throughout the year. Outdoor living includes spending time, playing, and moving in nature as well as in the daycare’s own yard.
On Mondays and Tuesdays, we head to the Pornaistenniemi nature trail near Vanhankaupunginlahti. In spring, we get to walk along a fairytale-like path draped in a “green veil,” listening to the spring songs of nightingales and many other birds. In the middle of the beautiful reed beds, at the end of the boardwalk, there is also an exciting hidden shelter where children can peek in and observe the activities of water birds.
On Wednesdays and Thursdays, our excursions take us to Kalliometsä, where we can enjoy the warmth of “Sun Rock,” play with flowing water at the “Waterworks,” and engage in many other diverse forms of play.
Every other week, the 5–6-year-olds go on a slightly longer adventure beyond familiar surroundings and spend the whole day on an excursion. These so-called “long trips” are made on foot, by bicycle, or in winter by skiing. Packed lunches prepared at home in the children’s own backpacks are an essential part of these days.
On Fridays, we enjoy a “home day” and spend time outdoors in our own yard.
Our own vegetable garden, planting boxes, and willow hut
Our yard is designed to be as natural as possible. A sandbox, vegetable garden, planting boxes, a woodworking area, a willow hut, and play equipment such as pots, ladles, and frying pans give children many opportunities for imaginative play. The picnic tables in the yard also allow us to eat lunch and snacks outdoors and to do various crafts.
A laavu as a home base
At Mörrintupa, we are one big family where children of different ages spend time together. The youngest learn from the older ones through imitation, while the older children help the younger ones with everyday tasks. During transitions, mealtimes, artistic activities, and baking, we divide into age-appropriate small groups in familiar “home bases.” One of these home bases is a laavu (traditional shelter) located in the yard.
The rhythm of the year shapes everyday life
The cycle of the year and its related celebrations give rhythm to our lives—we live, in a way, “from one celebration to the next.” First preparing and anticipating, then celebrating, and finally winding down. Our daily life is also structured by a regular weekly and daily rhythm, which brings predictability and a sense of security for the children. Every day, we gather together in the fireplace room for a shared story circle, listening to a story told by an adult.
Every daycare day is unique
Educators journey alongside the children, striving for genuine encounters with each child, supporting their curiosity, sharing in their experiences, and engaging in attentive, listening interaction every day.
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At Pilke, we are driven by heart. Discover our values!
We believe that being driven by the heart is a force that can change the world. That’s why we approach every situation with a warm heart, creating a safe and welcoming environment around us.
We live the Heart Culture in our relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. We are pioneers in our field and continuously develop early childhood education & care and our own ways of working.
We create an environment of playfulness. We have fun and laugh together. We find moments of joy in the smallest things, and we have a twinkle in our eye because we know play is good for everyone.
We are lifelong learners and dare to dream big. We are driven, embrace collaboration, and uplift one another in every situation as we move toward our shared goals.
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Visit our day-care centre to learn more!
Please contact and visit us to take a peek at the facilities and see the daily routine and activities at the day-care centre; We will get to know each other, answer your questions, and explain how to apply for and start day-care.
Or you can always send the Pilke application form. We will get back to you in 2 days, and arrange a tour!
Care and education, hand in hand
At Pilke, we understand that for children to enjoy learning, it has to become a part of life.
We are driven by heart. We want to see children develop their knowledge and skills, but most importantly, they develop into empathetic people with a heart for the world.
Please find for more information about our daycare centres and early childhood education and care!
FAQ
You can apply for a place at Pilke daycare any time!
Typically, families start looking for and applying to daycare about 4–10 months before the planned start of early childhood education.
However, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible. This helps us to ensure your child gets a place at your chosen daycare center and is able to start at a time that suits your family.
- You can contact the manager of your nearest or preferred Pilke daycare directly. You’ll find introductions and contact details for our daycare centers using the Pilke daycare map search.
- Submitting a daycare application is quick and easy, and it’s non-binding: Apply for early childhood education at a Pilke daycare here!
Your child can start at one of our daycare centers at the desired time, depending on availability. If there is availability, your child can start as soon as the next weekday.
If your preferred daycare doesn’t currently have available spots, you can join the waiting list. Availability can change quickly, and when it does, we offer the newly available spots to families on the list.
You apply by filling in a form, please fill in and send us the application form here.
Every Pilke daycare centre has its own page. There you will find more detailed information on how to apply.
You can fill in the application form quickly and easily online in just a few minutes. No attachments are required! Let us know:
- information about the child
- contact details
- names and contact details of the guardian(s)
- care needs (full-time, part-time, pre-school, other)
- preferred starting date
- additional information (allergies and other additional wishes and concerns).
You will receive an email confirmation after sending your application. The manager will contact you within 2 working days.
Sending your application is not binding. If you decide to accept our offer, we will provide a separate daycare service contract.
Read for more:
- Before you decide to apply, you can find out more about Pilke daycares in your area and their activities by using the map search on our website.
- Contact us, ask for more, book a personal visit.
- Tips for families when applying for daycare place first time.
Yes, in Finland families can choose which daycare center they primarily want to apply to for their child.
When you choose private early childhood education such as Pilke, you will receive support for daycare fees. Depending on your municipality, you may receive either a service voucher or private day care allowance from Kela.
You can apply to a Pilke daycare at any time: How to apply for a daycare spot
- We recommend submitting your application as soon as you know you’ll need a spot. Sending the application is non-binding.
- If there is space available, we will confirm your child’s place for the desired start date as soon as possible.
- If your preferred daycare doesn’t currently have available spots, you can join the waiting list. Availability can change quickly, and when it does, we offer the newly available spots to families on the list.
When it’s time to apply for daycare, we recommend exploring the daycare centers in your area and getting to know their activities. You are always welcome to visit at Pilke daycare centre near you, book a visit here!
Yes, you can apply to both. Submitting a Pilke daycare application is non-binding, an official service agreement will be made separately later.
Applying to Pilke daycare centre is possible anytime during the year. We will promptly confirm the chosen daycare center for your child, and the starting date that suits your family. That's easy and smooth start for kindergarten, and there's no need to wait other decisions.
It’s a good idea to visit a few daycare centers before making your final decision.
You’re always welcome to visit us! Just contact us to book a visit or contact the daycare manager directly to arrange a tour for you and your child.
If there is availability, your child can start at any time you wish – even as soon as the next working day.
- You can also contact the manager of your nearest or preferred Pilke daycare directly. You’ll find introductions and contact details for our daycare centers using the Pilke daycare map search.
- Submitting a daycare application is quick and easy, and it’s non-binding: Apply for early childhood education at a Pilke daycare here!
If your preferred daycare doesn’t currently have available spots, you can join the waiting list. Availability can change quickly, and when it does, we offer the newly available spots to families on the list.
We are often asked at what age a child can start daycare, whether a one-year-old can manage in daycare, or if a baby can adapt to daycare, and so on.
Research shows that high-quality early childhood education is beneficial for children. The youngest children in daycare are around 9 months old. Early childhood education can continue until the child starts preschool at about age 6.
Every child is unique, and family situations vary. That’s why there is no single correct answer to the question of when a child can start daycare.
However, many parents wonder when their child could start daycare at the earliest. If you’d like to discuss the right age for your child to start daycare or have any related questions, you can contact the manager of your local Pilke daycare center.
We’re happy to talk with you—parents’ questions or concerns about starting daycare are very familiar to us!
In our experience, yes.
Every child is unique, and their way of adapting to daycare varies. Most children do adapt well to daycare routines, but the pace and process can differ from one child to another.
At Pilke, we support each child individually during the transition. We work closely with families to ensure that the start of daycare is as smooth and reassuring as possible. Familiarization visits, gentle starts, and open communication between parents and staff help children feel safe and gradually get used to the new environment.
We know that starting daycare is something many families think about. Based on our experience, there are many ways to make the start of daycare easier for both the child and the family. We’ve gathered helpful information and tips for families on this page about starting daycare.
Here are a few practical tips to help make your child’s transition into early childhood education as smooth and positive as possible:
- Keep early childhood education hours regular.
- Maintain a clear daily routine.
- Say goodbye briefly and clearly when dropping your child off.
- Approach daycare with a positive attitude as a family.
- Curiosity and questions are always welcome—feel free to contact us directly to your chosen daycare or send us a message!
At the daycare, breakfast, lunch, and a snack are offered. At Pilke daycares, we provide children with domestic, healthy, and tasty food that is diverse and easy to eat, designed specifically with children’s tastes and textures in mind.
Each of our daycares has a daycare assistant responsible for warming the food and serving other items according to the menu.
During holiday periods, there are fewer children in daycare, as many families are on vacation and children stay at home. For this reason, some of our daycare centers are closed while others remain open.
The open daycare centers operate as on-duty centers, providing care for all children from Pilke daycare centers in the area who need early childhood education.
These on-duty centers are staffed by Pilke’s own early childhood educators from various daycare centers in the same region.
We inform families well in advance about holiday opening hours and which Pilke daycare centers in the area will be open.
Example of the daily routine at daycare
6–7
Daycare centre doors open. Welcome! We start the day with a hug and have a chat. Then we gradually start to play.
8–8.30
Breakfast
8.30–11
Small group activities indoors and outdoors.
n. 11.15
Lunch, followed by a rest. Some of the children sleep or rest while the others go outside. After the rest, it’s time for quiet play and activities.
n. 14.00
Snack
14.30
Play, small group activities and outdoor activities.
17–18
The daycare centre doors close. Thank you for today and see you tomorrow!
Welcome to our daycare center!
You can fill out a daycare application at any time. The application is not binding. We will contact you within 2 working days.
Apply for Pilke daycare!Would you like to apply for a daycare place?
You can fill out an application quickly and easily online, and applications are not binding. You can also apply to be put on a waiting list for a daycare centre. We will contact you within 2 working days and agree on what to do next.
Manager Jessika Sirjala
I will be happy to answer any questions regarding our day-care centre; introduction visits, availability, applications, customer agreements and their amendments, invoicing, customer feedback, and so on.
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