Study on the Well-being of Children in Luxembourg: Analysis and Role of Nurseries in their Development
Luxembourg unveils study on child well-being (0-12 years)
In 2022, Luxembourg published the " Kannerbericht" report, an in-depth study on the well-being of children aged 0 to 12 , carried out every five years. This report analyses various aspects of children's lives (family, friends, school, leisure) and measures their level of satisfaction.
This study, based on recent data and children's opinions, provides essential information to policy makers, researchers and child welfare stakeholders.
Study methodologies :
Qualitative analysis : the experiences of young children in their daily lives, particularly in childcare facilities.
Quantitative survey : measuring the subjective well-being of older children through a representative sample.
The report recognises children's right to have a say in decisions that affect them and their ability to communicate their needs and aspirations.
Started before the Covid-19 pandemic, the study analyses the evolution of children's well-being through comparative data before, during and after the crisis. It sheds light on the short and medium-term impacts of the pandemic on children.
Main results :
High overall well-being of Luxembourg children.
Importance of family and formal and non-formal educational environments in children's development.
Children's active participation in decisions that affect them builds their confidence and sense of responsibility.
Child-friendly report : Kannerbureau Wooltz has designed a simplified version of the report for children, to raise awareness of their rights and well-being.
Formal and non-formal education for well-being : Early childhood education and care services (ECS) play a crucial role in the well-being of children in Luxembourg. They promote social and emotional development through activities that stimulate language, creativity and problem-solving.
At the "Les Mousquetaires" nursery, we integrate these concepts daily. We respect the rights of the child, make them actors in their decisions, and encourage participation and co-decision for their personal development.
Activities offered at the nursery :
Sensory activities : structured and unstructured materials for children to explore freely.
Free and guided play : promoting creativity and autonomy with discreet adult intervention.
Participation in routines : Children choose where to sit, what activities to do, and participate in setting up and cleaning up.
Small group activities : interactions to resolve conflicts, do puzzles, or build structures.
Role playing : disguises to play professions like cook or doctor.
Self-assessment : reflecting on activities so that children become aware of their learning.
The role of the adult : The adult is a guide who helps children make their own choices and learn from their mistakes.