New platform Opvang.Vlaanderen simplifies childcare search

From October 1, 2026, (future) parents in Steenokkerzeel and neighboring municipalities can apply for all childcare spots digitally.

A digital interface of the Opvang.Vlaanderen platform showing a map and search options for childcare.
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A digital interface of the Opvang.Vlaanderen platform showing a map and search options for childcare.

Starting October 1, 2026, finding childcare in Steenokkerzeel and some neighboring municipalities will be significantly simplified with the launch of the new digital platform Opvang.Vlaanderen.

For (future) parents in Steenokkerzeel, applying for childcare will become much easier from October 1, 2026. The municipality is launching the new digital platform Opvang.Vlaanderen, where all applications will be processed centrally.
The platform allows parents to create a profile and easily submit an application to one or more childcare locations. Users can view all available childcare spots in Steenokkerzeel and neighboring municipalities, increasing the chances of finding a suitable spot for their child in time.
Parents looking for childcare can visit www.steenokkerzeel.be/kinderopvang and consult the Digitaal Loket Kinderopvang. For additional questions, they can also visit the website or send an email to kinderopvang@steenokkerzeel.be.
Based on information from the official source: Gemeente Steenokkerzeel (01/10/2026)