Vertical group

The benefits of growing up together

The vertical childcare group (mixed-ages)

At Basker International Childcare, formerly Zein International Childcare, we provide a space that feels safe and familiar for every child. Within our mixed-age groups, we listen to what your child needs, support them, and give them the confidence to try something new each day. Spending time with children of different ages also creates many natural opportunities to learn from the other children.

Children share bike at Basker International Childcare

Learning from each other

In a vertical (mixed-age) group, your child plays and interacts with children of different ages, from babies to four-year-olds. It feels like being part of a big family. The youngest children watch the older ones and learn by mimicking them, while the oldest help the younger ones, learning to be gentle and patient in the process. In this way, children learn to play together and care for one another.

What’s special about a mixed-age group

In this group, your child plays alongside children of different ages. They learn from the older ones, while the younger children learn from them. Children discover how to interact, cooperate, and consider one another’s needs.
Because there are children of varying ages, your child experiences a wide range of activities and games. There is always something suited to their stage of development, or something new to challenge them.
Being in a mixed-age group also gives children the chance to help those who are younger than they are. The group feels a bit like a family, with older and younger children playing and learning together. Your child will often see the same pedagogic professionals and play with familiar friends over the years, creating a stable and comforting environment.
Sometimes lifelong friendships begin here. When a brother or sister is part of the group too, it can feel just like home.

Visit us

At Basker International Childcare, you are always welcome to visit us and experience the group setting for yourself. A personal visit is a good opportunity to see how children play, discover and learn together, explore our facilities, meet our team, and find out what we can offer your child.

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