Today, the new modern building of Maasikas Kindergarten (Vasara 18) was officially opened. The new facility accommodates 240 children in 12 groups, with a total project cost exceeding €9.4 million.

Mayor Jevgeni Ossinovski stated at the opening of the new Maasikas kindergarten building that creating additional kindergarten places in the rapidly growing district of Põhja-Tallinn is essential. "By adding six new kindergarten groups, we ensure that more families have the opportunity to enroll their children in a kindergarten close to home. This provides future generations with access to quality early education near their homes, laying a strong foundation for their future studies," Ossinovski added.

Deputy Mayor Viljar Jaamu stated that Tallinn is committed to ensuring every child has access to a modern and supportive learning environment. “Maasikas Kindergarten exemplifies how we create facilities that prioritize children’s safety, development, and well-being. The new building offers versatile spaces for activities both indoors and outdoors, supporting children’s learning and play. Tallinn continues to work towards providing every child with an environment that meets contemporary standards and lays a strong foundation for the future,” said Jaamu.

Maasikas Kindergarten was established on March 1, 1970, as an in-house kindergarten for the Balti Laevaremonditehas (a shipbuilding company). Since 1992, it has been part of Tallinn's network of municipal preschool institutions under the city's Education Department. The previous six-group building no longer met modern requirements, leading to its demolition. The new L-shaped two-story building features 12 group rooms, each with direct access to the outdoor area.

Põhja-Tallinn District Governor Külli Tammur highlighted that Maasikas Kindergarten is more than just a new building. “This is a place where every child is provided with a safe and supportive environment to learn, play, and grow while feeling cared for and valued,” said Tammur.

The group rooms are designed in light tones, considering children’s needs and interests. Each group has a dedicated changing room, washing and toilet facilities, and a kitchenette. Sliding walls allow for the division of group rooms into separate areas for sleeping and playing. Corridors between group and utility rooms are designed as segmented play areas. Next to the main entrance is a hall complex with a cloakroom and auxiliary rooms. The building’s sunny side features open terraces, with separate entrances for each group. Outdoor stairs and terraces on the second floor are equipped with uniquely designed light domes.

The standout feature of the new building is its landscape architecture, offering children opportunities to explore various themed environments. The yard includes areas for outdoor learning, play, and sports, combining active and calm activities. Shelters were added between play areas, and existing outdoor study pavilions were preserved. A pedestrian and cycling path was built on the premises, allowing children to practice riding and traffic skills.

The new Maasikas Kindergarten building was designed by AW2 Architects Oy Eesti filiaal and AW2 Architects Oy, constructed by RAMM Ehituse OÜ, and supervised by Tallinna Linnaehituse AS. The total cost of the project, including VAT, exceeded €9.4 million.