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Music Lessons · Ages 3–6
Amsterdam's intimate music venue offering toddler music lessons with special instruments, group jam sessions, singing, and peeking at live rehearsals, sparking musical curiosity in preschoolers alongside parents.
Music Lessons · Ages 2–4
Music education center specializing in lessons for young children and babies with their caregivers. Child-centered approach where little ones explore musical skills safely within family groups, experimenting with rhythm, clapping, and basic instruments. Also offers workshops and interactive lectures for parents and educators on music education and child development.
Playgroup · Ages 0–4
A Waldorf-inspired playgroup in central Amsterdam for parents and very young children. Handmade wooden furniture and natural toys create a nurturing space for seasonal activities including open play, bread baking, arts and crafts, with organic snacks and singing. Combines the Waldorf and Pikler approaches with nature-aligned rhythms.
Sensory Classes · Ages 0–12
Hands-on learning center blending art, creativity and play through parent-child sessions and afterschool workshops. Kids explore sensory materials, painting, collage, printmaking, and clay modeling while parents relax in the child-friendly cafe. Programs use Reggio Emilia methods with emphasis on curiosity, self-discovery and meaningful creative engagement.
Concert Hall · Ages 4+
A sprawling cultural hub on 18,000 square meters in Amsterdam Noord along the IJ riverbank. Features indoor and outdoor performance spaces, exhibition galleries, a children's art hall, hip-hop school, idyllic gardens, and a restaurant with international small plates. Free family-friendly activities include vacation programs, Sunday Sounds concerts, reading house events, and monthly jam sessions.
Music Lessons · All Ages
Professional music school with 65 teachers offering individual and group music lessons on classical, jazz and pop instruments. Baby and toddler courses feature play-based exploration of rhythm, melody and sound with colorful materials and improvisation. Children ages 6-12 join choirs and orchestras, while teenagers and adults access ensemble performances and jam sessions.
Dance Classes · Ages 2–10
Dance studio offering movement and dance classes for children from babies to 10 years old, emphasizing creative expression and confidence-building through playful themes and multiple dance styles. The bright, welcoming studio features themed lessons that rotate every three weeks, exploring stories from The Jungle to The Farm through classical ballet, jazz, modern dance, and musical theater. Parent-child classes (from 22 months) and special sessions for shy or neurodiverse learners provide inclusive options for all developmental needs.
Playgroup · Ages 1–3
Parent-child Montessori playgroup in a beautifully restored warehouse on Brouwersgracht canal. Everything is child-sized and thoughtfully arranged to encourage sensory exploration, concentration and independence—from practical life activities like snack preparation and plant watering to cutting, puzzles and music. Parents can also sign up for workshops to learn more about Montessori principles that they can apply at home.
Holiday Camp · Ages 3–12
Hands-on science education hub offering holiday camps, workshops, and birthday parties where children conduct real experiments and build things with materials like rockets and robots. Kids work through various scientific disciplines from chemistry and physics to engineering and robotics, with outdoor activities integrated throughout. Located in Amsterdam Oud-West with a venue designed for hands-on discovery.
Gymnastics Classes · Ages 1–6
Imaginative gymnasium classes where young children climb, swing, balance. Each session features a different fantasy theme with choreographed exercises and setup on varied equipment. Expert instructors create lessons that develop motor and social skills.
Drama Classes · Ages 6–17
Theatre school offering acting and musical theatre classes for children and young people. Professional instructors guide students through scene work, character development, and ensemble performance, culminating in staged productions. The organization also produces interactive theatre performances on educational themes.
Sensory Classes · Ages 0–12
Parent-child classes and play sessions for babies, toddlers, and older kids featuring music, movement, art, and sensory activities. Offers holiday camps, afterschool clubs, and birthday party packages.
Playgroup · Ages 0–4
Volunteer-run community playgroup celebrating over 50 years, featuring a bouncy ball pit, slide, wooden playhouse, climbing equipment, role-play areas with costumes, and sensory play zones. Parents join their children for informal sessions with crafts, singing, snack-sharing, and free playtime, plus complementary coffee and tea for caregivers. The space welcomes international families and offers multilingual sessions.
Yoga / Mindfulness · Ages 1–7
Parent-child yoga studio offering playful classes combining movement, yoga and mindfulness. Classes feature balance, jumping and exploring together on the mat. One parent or caregiver joins each child on a mat, creating a bonding activity.
Music Lessons · All Ages
Amsterdam's largest music school offering instrumental, vocal, and ensemble lessons for all ages. Programs span from baby and toddler music classes (with caregivers) through specialized academies for pop, jazz and classical music. Group classes, individual lessons, bands, orchestras and talent programs available.
Drama Classes · Ages 2–12
Oldest provider of English-speaking movements-theatre activities for kids in Amsterdam (since 2013), with imaginative theme-based sessions using costumes, mime, songs and movement. Studio overlooks Vondelpark from the top floor of OT301, a creative cultural centre. Classes range from parent-child sessions for toddlers to structured theatre groups for older kids, emphasizing creativity, confidence and fun over performance pressure.
Cooking Classes · Ages 4–12
A culinary school for children in an old greenhouse (Kas Keerweer) where kids learn real cooking techniques. Classes use herbs and vegetables from the school's own garden, with guest chefs, wild foragers, and culinary historians. Children prepare seasonal dishes from different cuisines, take recipes home, and cooked meals go home as dinner.
Yoga / Mindfulness · Ages 1–7
Parent-child yoga studio offering playful classes combining movement, yoga and mindfulness. Classes feature balance, jumping and exploring together on the mat. One parent or caregiver joins each child on a mat, creating a bonding activity.
Cooking Classes · Ages 2–12
A child-led cooking cafe where kids select recipes from picture menus, gather ingredients at child-height counters, prepare their own pizzas, cupcakes, and sandwiches, then eat what they've made. Everything from furniture to the entrance slide is sized for children's independence. Vondelpark is immediately adjacent, perfect for post-lunch exploration.
Gymnastics Classes · Ages 2–12
Sports, dance, circus and aerial silks classes in a non-competitive environment. Programs feature innovative activities including juggling, handstands, hula hooping, tumbling, cheerleading, and fitness training. Multilingual coaches teach in English with visual demonstrations; holiday camps and birthday parties available.
Drama Classes · Ages 7–18
Youth theatre studio offering drama classes and acting workshops in English. Students learn improvisation, physical theatre and devising techniques, culminating in end-of-term performances. Classes encourage confidence-building through collaborative group work and original theatrical creation.
Dance Classes · Ages 2+
Professional dance school offering creative movement and technique-based classes. Teaches kids dance, ballet, jazz, contemporary and streetdance in a bright studio with excellent flooring and sound system. Classes from age 2 through adults with emphasis on musicality, creativity and fun.
Gymnastics Classes · Ages 1–6
Imaginative gymnasium classes where young children climb, swing, balance. Each session features a different fantasy theme with choreographed exercises and setup on varied equipment. Expert instructors create lessons that develop motor and social skills.
Kids Cafe · All Ages
Child-centered community center that's home to KIEM Lokaal, an inviting parent-child green cafe serving vegetarian sandwiches and soups and featuring a "shake bike" where kids pedal to make smoothies. Community center also hosts a wide range of activities for kids, including dance and drama classes, karate and judo lessons, and drop-in playgroups. Multiple spaces including gym hall and activity zones accommodate various workshops and performances throughout the week.
Cooking Classes · Ages 4–12
Dedicated children's cooking studio teaching kids to cook with fresh, healthy ingredients in playful, structured lessons. Features a parent-friendly café (CHEF) where adults can relax while children learn. New location opened March 2025 focusing on building confidence, creativity and collaborative skills through hands-on cooking activities.
Art Classes · Ages 6–12
Art studio offering drawing, painting and creative art lessons for young artists. Classes taught by experienced instructors covering various techniques and materials including pastels, painting and other media.
Music Lessons · Ages 1+
Comprehensive music school offering lessons on 20+ instruments, singing, ballet, musical theatre, and DJ/music production courses. Inclusive ensemble programme welcomes all learners. Students collaborate, perform together, and develop talent in a supportive community environment.
Cafe · All Ages
Community hub combining a cafe, yoga studio and creative arts space in Amsterdam's Overtoomse Veld neighbourhood. Home to Kinder Kunst Club art classes for children aged 5-14, held three times weekly, and various other programs aimed for young kids. Surrounded by garden beds and green outdoor spaces with a peaceful terrace.
Gymnastics Classes · Ages 0–12
Gymnastics-based development classes with a non-competitive approach, using music and thematic activities to build motor and cognitive skills. Small class sizes personalized to each child's developmental stage, from parent-child infant classes through primary school gymnastics, plus dance and karate. Classes in both Dutch and English, with a cozy café where parents can watch and enjoy coffee.
Swimming Lessons · Ages 0–4
Specialized baby and toddler swimming instruction teaching water confidence and safety skills through play and song. Parent-child lessons are 30 minutes long and run weekly in warm, welcoming pool facilities. Programs begin from birth and progress through toddler stages with a child-centered, non-pressured approach.
Dance Classes · Ages 2+
A welcoming dance school featuring classes for toddlers and young children. Fun and positive environment focused on enjoying movement, with professional instructors offering various styles including ballet, hip-hop, and breakdance.
Theatre · Ages 3+
Multi-cultural theatre and circus performance venue in Southeast Amsterdam with diverse programming for children and families. Houses youth theatre school, circus school, and professional companies offering dance, theatre workshops and interactive performances. Modern oval building set within Nelson Mandela Park.
Library · Ages 6–18
A temporary experimental library and learning lab exploring the future of public libraries through hands-on programs. Features a robotics lab, music production studios, film screenings, and the Roots Library—a curated collection exploring human-nature relationships. Free creative and technical workshops in coding, design, animation, game design, and 3D modeling led by TUMO Amsterdam and partner organizations.
Holiday Camp · Ages 3–10
A magical 2.5-acre private nature reserve in Amsterdam's Oud-Osdorp district where kids explore an enclosed forest through fantasy storytelling. Nature camps and clubs feature immersive weekly stories guiding adventures with activities including pony riding, aerial play, farm visits, and free exploration with experienced counselors. The site includes forest and garden areas, a geodesic dome, a tipi, and experimental spaces designed for safe outdoor immersion.
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