The Educational Expertise Center De Berkenschutse and the Kempenhaeghe expertise center have traditionally been connected. As a result, we have a wealth of knowledge, experience, and expertise about epilepsy, its effects on learning and academic performance, and learning to live with epilepsy. Our team is fully committed to ensuring that your child can go through their educational journey as optimally as possible.
Knowledge about epilepsy and learning
Who is De Berkenschutse for?
Students attend De Berkenschutse due to (severe) educational problems, often because of their epilepsy and/or a disorder (somatic/neurological/neurobiological). De Berkenschutse is for students aged four to twenty. They receive education within different departments and learning routes. Each department consists of several groups, which are carefully organized by the team. Thanks to the pleasant and safe environment, children and young people feel encouraged to continue developing within De Berkenschutse.
Children who remain at Kempenhaeghe also go to De Berkenschutse. Kempenhaeghe is the expertise center for complex epilepsy, sleep disorders, and neurological learning and developmental disorders. We look at the possibilities and opportunities for the child from both the care and education perspectives. For us, it is natural that we discuss your child's progress not only within the school (or with the ambulant counselor) but also with the treating neurologist and you as parents.
Additionally, students with the help of the Ambulant Educational Support Service can also attend regular education.