Compulsory education and school absenteeism
From the age of 5 a child has to go to school. That's called compulsory education. Compulsory education is monitored by the Regional Office of Pupil Affairs.
Children, education and sports
Help for your child
You have questions about parenting, free and affordable childcare and activities, speech therapy, youth care, child abuse, divorce assistance, and the municipal child care package.
Money for childcare during training or reintegration
You receive childcare allowance, but not enough. If you are in education or reintegrating, you may receive extra money from the municipality.
Free and cheap options for children
You have children and a low income. There are many organizations you can go to for free and inexpensive help and activities.
Rent municipal sports areas
The municipality has a number of sports places that you can rent.
Neighborhood Sports Coaches
Hilversum's neighborhood sports coaches organize sports and exercise activities so that everyone can exercise and exercise in a healthy manner.
Start or adjust childcare
You want to start or adapt a childcare facility in Hilversum.
Money for sports and outings
You have a low income or benefits. From the activation scheme you can receive a maximum of €280 each year for sports, outings, your identity card or telephone subscription.
Youth team
Free help for young people between 16 and 23 years old without a starting qualification. This is an mbo, havo or vwo diploma. Supervisors listen, support and refer.
Playgroup or toddler care
Extra support for children between 2 and 4 years old with a language or developmental delay. They are prepared for primary school through play.
Sport and movement
In Hilversum, there are many opportunities to play sports and be active. The community sports coaches from Team Sportservice Hilversum, Bink Kinderopvang, and the municipality organize activities to get more Hilversummers moving. The website sportief.hilversum.nl provides a complete overview.
