Play, discover and grow naturally.
Childcare centre
De Postboot
Lrk nr: 2498842023, GGD Inspection Report
Tholen, 4691 RH Postweg 4

Open every working day from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Location Manager:
Annet de Graaff
Telephone:
0166-748002
Parents' Committee:
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Types of care available at this location:
Childcare centre
Location details

Espira Childcare centre De Postboot

KDV De Postboot is located in the heart of Tholen, a quiet town in Zeeland surrounded by water and nature. You will find us in a child-friendly residential area, within walking distance of the historic center. In our small-scale childcare center, babies, toddlers, and preschoolers (0-4 years) grow up in a warm, homely atmosphere. 

Inside, we have three cozy group rooms, each decorated like a warm living room where children immediately feel at home. In our relaxation room, children can relax and unwind with a light/water unit with fish, a light projector, soft mattresses, pillows, and soothing music. 

Outside, children can play to their heart's content and explore our own garden.

 

Bijzonder aan Espira ‘De Postboot’

What makes this location special?

  • Small-scale daycare center with familiar faces
  • Warm, homely interior with natural materials and soft colors
  • Extra small baby group with lots of personal attention and a maximum of 6 babies
  • Unique relaxation room for rest and relaxation
  • Breakfast together until 8:00 a.m.
  • Green outdoor space where children play and explore every day
  • Healthy childcare environment with daily outdoor play, exercise, and healthy eating
Our Child care centre

"I am the proud location manager of two small-scale, homely childcare locations run by Espira. What makes my work so enjoyable? Seeing the smiling faces of the children every day. Knowing that they feel safe and secure with us, knowing that we are there for them and that they can grow in their own personal way. I am fortunate to be able to work at two beautiful, small-scale, homely, and welcoming locations where the child is central. Walking into De Postboot feels like coming home.""

Annet de Graaff
Care groups at the location

Care groups at the location

Espira Daycare Center De Postboot works with three horizontal childcare groups, in which children are divided based on their age and development:

  1. The Sailors – baby group (0-11 months, max. 6 children)
    Our smallest group, where babies receive plenty of rest and personal attention. Specially trained baby specialists provide lots of warmth and closeness.
     
  2. The Admirals – toddler group (12-27 months, max. 12 children)
    There is plenty of room for crawling, taking first steps, and playing together. We follow the children's pace with fixed rituals that provide structure.
     
  3. The Captains – toddler group (30-48 months, max. 16 children)
    Toddlers are ready for more challenges! We prepare them for primary school in a playful way with activities that match their development.
A day at the daycare centre

This is what a day at looks Espira ‘De Postboot’ like

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Good morning & bring

Good morning! Just a quick hug for mom or dad and a chat. Then we'll start the day together. 

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Day start in the circle

The group starts together in a circle. We go over what the day will bring, sing a song, or read a book—a cheerful start to the day. 

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Fruit moment

Then your child eats fresh fruit at the table—a pleasant moment to laugh, talk, and enjoy each other's company. Some babies take a nap after this. 

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Playing outside and exploring

In the morning, the children spend as much time as possible outside. They ride their bikes, build sandcastles, look for leaves, or discover all there is to see. Being outside is part of every day at Espira—with plenty of room for free play and their own discoveries.

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Lunch

Around noon, the children eat a sandwich lunch and drink water or milk. It is a quiet and pleasant moment where they pay attention to each other. 

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Rest period / sleep

After lunch, it's time to rest. Some children sleep, others listen to a story or look at a book. No obligations, just relaxation. 

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Drink and healthy snack break (after rest)

When the children wake up, they eat fresh vegetable snacks and have something to drink together. This way, the afternoon starts quietly, with renewed energy. 

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Afternoon activities

In the afternoon, there is time for a group activity—such as making music, building, or crafting—and for free play. Your child plays alone or with others, often outdoors. This way, play naturally turns into learning. 

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Drink and healthy snack break (afternoon)

After all the playing and fun, we have a drink together and eat a healthy snack. 

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Rest period and closing together

At the end of the afternoon, we take a break and sit down together at the table to enjoyably conclude the day. After that, we can play freely for a while, either outside or inside, or quietly read a book together. 

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Pick up

After a brief, warm handover, it's time to go home again—with a smile and a head full of stories. 

How children grow at Espira

Play, discover, and grow naturally

At Espira, children can be themselves in a safe and loving environment. We go outside every day—rain or shine—because nature is our second home, where children can discover the world with all their senses. We lay a solid foundation with healthy food, plenty of exercise, and sufficient rest. Our educational professionals see learning opportunities in everything and give children the confidence to fall, get up, and try again. This helps children grow up with self-confidence, a sense of responsibility, and a love for the world around them.

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Which childcare suits you best?

Which childcare package suits you best?

With our childcare packages, you can easily choose the childcare that best suits your situation. With our 52-week childcare package, your child is welcome on all childcare days throughout the year. Don't want childcare during the school vacation weeks? Then choose the 40-week package. 


For both packages, childcare is provided on a full-day basis.

 

  • 52-week package ǀ childcare throughout the year
  • 40-week package ǀ childcare during school weeks (not during school holidays)
Rates

2026

  • €11.90 per hour (gross) ǀ 52-week package 
  • €13.09 per hour (gross) ǀ 40-week package


Our daycare rates include diapers, fresh fruit, bread meals, drinks/bottle feeding, organized activities, outings, and transportation.  Please bring any special or alternative (diet) food yourself.

For an overview, see our childcare centre rates page or after-school care rates page. Or use our handy Net cost Calculator to calculate the net cost of childcare for you.

You are most welcome!

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Accessibility of the location

Espira Daycare Center De Postboot is easily accessible by car, bicycle, and public transportation. Free parking is available on the street or in the immediate vicinity. We are also conveniently located near the N659 and N286 highways.

Want to know more?

Do you have a question about our childcare at the location? Feel free to ask our staff or location manager. For other questions, please visit the contact page.
 

You may also find your answer in the frequently asked questions and answers. Or take a look at our page on practical matters.

Discover Espira for yourself during a no-obligation tour. Do you have any questions or can we help you? We are here for you! 

 

 

 

 

Superb childcare! The staff are very committed and approachable. They do lots of fun things with the children and are always coming up with original themes to work with. It's a place where we feel comfortable leaving our child. Our daughter had a great time.
Fleur Fase
Our 14-month-old son enjoys going to nursery. The teachers are kind, clear and committed. We often receive nice updates and can see that he feels at home there. A safe and warm place!
Laura van Damme
A warm, familiar place with many familiar faces. From an early age, they are encouraged to discover things in a playful way. A great place for our children! They also regularly go on outings in the surrounding area, so that they learn about everyday things.
Chantal Brooijmans
Nice childcare centre, our daughter enjoys going there.
Nathalie Lips
Reliability and professionalism.
Mandy Kruf-van der Zande
Very nice childcare for my little one and flexible.
Jamila Mahamed
Our daughter receives excellent care at KDV De Postboot. The teachers are very kind and always give her a warm welcome! From cuddling, reading books, and crafting to highly educational activities. We are kept informed about everything that happens during her time there via the parent app, which is really great. We feel confident leaving our daughter at this fantastic nursery!
Fabienne Ruinard
We always feel comfortable leaving our little one at KDV De Postboot. Our son feels completely at home and at ease here. The teachers are incredibly kind, involved and really think along with you. We receive regular updates and photos via the handy app, which is great! Lots of fun activities are organised and even the little ones learn a lot through play. We are extremely satisfied with this warm, pleasant place for our little one!
Manuela Westdorp-Groffen
We are extremely pleased with this wonderful childcare centre. It has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and our daughter always enjoys going there. Each season has new themes that are explored in depth, and she learns so much from them. Her language skills and social interactions are improving by leaps and bounds, which is wonderful to see. Keep up the good work, dear teachers at KDV De Postboot!
Anique van Oeveren
KDV De Postboot is a really nice nursery! Our daughter loves going there. We always get a report about her day and often some nice photos! I would highly recommend De Postboot; the staff are all very kind and committed!
Jaya Blom
KDV De Postboot is a wonderful nursery with a warm and homely atmosphere. I bring my son here with complete confidence and he learns a lot through play. He feels very much at home here, and so do we. The team is professional and always has your child's best interests at heart. I highly recommend it!
Sharmaine Hoetelmans
KDV De Postboot is our first experience with childcare, and we are delighted with it. Kind and knowledgeable teachers who think along with us. Even though we no longer live in the village, we continue to bring our little one here.
Jack
Growing up resilient
Growing up resilient
Learning through play – indoors and outdoors
Learning through play – indoors and outdoors
Healthy foundation
Healthy foundation
Personal attention and professional guidance
Personal attention and professional guidance
Self-confidence and responsibility
Self-confidence and responsibility

How do I request a tour?

You can easily schedule a tour via our website. During your visit to our child daycare or after-school care, you will meet our educational professionals. You can get a feel for the atmosphere, see the rooms and ask any questions you may have. You can also register your child first. We will then send you an invitation for a tour.

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How do I register my child for Espira childcare?

You register your child online via our website. 

What happens next?

  • Within a few days, you will hear whether there is a place available.
  • You will receive a placement agreement.
  • You sign this online within 7 days.
  • The placement is then finalised.

Register your child

When will I receive confirmation of my registration?

After registering, you will receive confirmation by e-mail.

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