No cotidiano das creches o cuidar e o educar caminham juntos

This article contributes towards the debate about the dichotomy between care providing and educating that continues to reign in the in the conceptions of nursery school professionals. The article emphasizes care provision and educating as being essential dimensions to the development of children from zero to six years of age. Thus, it is required that this work should be done in a planned manner, including the organization of adequate environments to stimulate the child development processes (motor, cognitive, emotional, social). The article emphasizes that a crèche must be a place where children can interact and socialize, complementing family activities. It also underlines the importance of the training received by professional staff who work in crèches. Keywords: child education, child development, Professional training