Daycare center

Early childhood education in Kihniö

Early childhood education refers to a planned and goal-oriented whole of child upbringing, teaching and care, with a particular emphasis on pedagogy. The aim of early childhood education is to support a child's growth, development and learning and to promote well-being.

Early childhood education is a partner in the home on the path of a child's growth - together we create a safe, warm and learning-supportive everyday life, where every child can shine as their own person.

The values ​​of Kihniö Early Childhood Education inform how we do our work and who we exist for. We live our values ​​every day through play, learning, putting on our sweatpants and finding lost diapers, without forgetting a warm embrace.

  • Gentle We treat everyone with kindness.
  • Curious We are lifelong learners.
  • Playful Play is good for everyone.
  • Determined We dare to dream big.
  • Encouraging We support each other's strengths.
  • Involved We do our work with all our heart.

Kettukallio kindergarten

Kettukalliontie 5, 39820 Kihniö (see on the map)

Kettukallio Daycare Center is located in the center of Kihniö, in the same building as Kihniö Comprehensive School. The surrounding area of ​​the daycare center, with its forests and fields, offers children a diverse learning environment. The location next to the Comprehensive School allows for the use of the school's facilities, such as the gym, workshop, and sports hall. 

The daycare center has three groups: Pöllönpirtti, Ketunkolo and Peiponpesä. The daycare center is open all year round, depending on the children's care needs. Shift and weekend care is also available at the daycare center.

The daycare center is accessible with assistance.