Nursery World - Germany's largest childcare provider expands into UK

Kinderzimmer, has expanded to the UK, opening its first setting in North London.

Kinderzimmer has opened its first setting in the UK in North London, PHOTO: Kinderzimmer

Kinderzimmer, which runs more than 35 settings in Germany, opened its first UK nursery in Muswell Hill last month. The Muswell Hill nursery provides care for 53 children and employs 12 staff.

It is to open a further two sites in Berkhamsted and Walton-on-Thames in the Autumn.

Kinderzimmer was established in Germany in 2011 and operates more than 35 settings across Hamburg and Munich.

In 2021, the co-founders of the nursery group Karina Kruse and Melf Kruse, sold a majority stake of the business to private equity firm – Franz Haniel & Cie.

The food served at the settings will be supplied by caterer Nursery Kitchen.

Register now to continue reading

Thank you for visiting Nursery World and making use of our archive of more than 35,000 expert features, subject guides, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:

What's included