Kita Chamäleon

At Kita Chamäleon, located in the green district of Sentrup, children have plenty of space to play and learn in a building measuring around 1000 square meters. A nutrition expert prepares fresh, balanced meals every day and provides teachers and parents with valuable advice on healthy eating for children.

Kita Chamäleon in Münster

Pedagogical orientation

The educational work at Kita Chamäleon is based on the situational approach. This approach focuses on the child, who is viewed holistically in the context of the reality of his or her life.

Children's health

Our daycare center attaches particular importance to the health of the children and has developed its own nutritional concept, which aims to provide a balanced and healthy diet. In addition, our daycare center has been awarded the “SunPass” and “Kita mit Biss” certificates. “SunPass” stands for conscious protection against harmful UV radiation, while “Kita mit Biss” stands for the promotion of a healthy diet and regular dental care.

Movement incentives

Both in the building and in the spacious outdoor area, there are a variety of exercise stimuli that contribute to the children’s physical development.

Space available

The Kita Chamäleon offers childcare places in 5 groups:

  • 3 places
    For children from 1 to 3 years with 35 hours/week
    (block opening, Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
  • 27 places
    For children from 1 to 3 years with 45 hours/week
    (flexitime, Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm)
  • 40 places
    For children aged 3 to 6 with 45 hours/week
    (flexitime, Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

Opening hours

Closing days

  • Rose Monday: 03.03.2025
  • Company outing: 21.3.2025
  • Concept days: 24 – 25.3.2025
  • Easter vacations: 22. to 25.4.2025
  • Bridge day: 30.5.2025
  • Summer vacation: 14.7. to 4.8.2025
  • Christmas vacations: 24.12. to 31.12.2025
Kita Chamäleon

Admission criteria and registration

Our Kita Chamäleon offers a total of 70 places, 56 of which are primarily allocated to children of student parents. The remaining 14 places are reserved for residents of Münster. We apply certain criteria to ensure that places are allocated fairly and transparently:

  • Children of students are given priority.
  • Resident children from Münster can also get a place.
  • Families with siblings already attending the daycare center are given priority.
  • Single parents and parents without close family support have special priority.

Registration takes place via the Kita-Navigator Münster. Here you can quickly and easily register your child for a place at our daycare center.

Frequently asked questions about Kita Chamäleon

We offer a total of 70 childcare places:

For children from 1 to 3 years:

  • 35 hours/week (block opening, Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
  • 45 hours/week (flexitime, Monday to Thursday from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm)

For children from 3 to 6 years:

  • 45 hours/week (flexitime, Monday to Thursday from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm)

The closing times are based on the school vacations in NRW. The daycare center is closed for three weeks during the summer vacations, between Christmas and New Year, on Rose Monday and on approx. three concept days.

Our daycare center is a five-group facility with:

  • Three U3 groups (10 children each) and two Ü3 groups (20 children each).
  • Total area of 925 m², with spacious group rooms, adjoining rooms, washrooms and bedrooms.
  • Child-friendly furniture, including low washbasins and changing tables.
  • Bright corridors and a gym that can be used for multiple purposes.

The outdoor area includes:

  • Water playground, swings, slides, climbing castle and sandpit
  • Play materials in a wooden house
  • Incentives for movement such as paths for bobby cars and tricycles, raised beds for gardening activities
  • Awnings and parasols to protect against strong sunlight

Our educational work is based on the situational approach, which is geared towards the reality of the children’s lives. We attach particular importance to a balanced diet, which is supported by our nutritional concept and awards such as “Kita mit Biss”. We promote the children’s health and enjoyment of movement and work holistically on their development.

Cooperation with parents is a central component of our work. We offer numerous opportunities to exchange ideas and understand the children’s home situation. Regular discussions, events and daily drop-offs and pick-ups promote close communication.

A parental contribution is charged for a place at Kita Chamäleon. The amount of the contribution is based on income and is levied by the city of Münster. Proof of income must be submitted to the youth welfare office in order to determine the exact contribution.

In addition, the Studierendenwerk charges a meal contribution of currently €65 for lunch and afternoon snacks.