The Nursery

A launchpad for bold ideas in AI and Quantum tech

Every groundbreaking idea deserves a strong start. The Nursery offers a launchpad for early-stage AI and Quantum startups emerging from Amsterdam’s academic and entrepreneurial talent. Apply now to access tailored support, a dynamic network, and a prime location to scale your vision.

Elligibility Criteria for joining the Nursery

  • Stage: Created less than one year ago.

  • Focus Areas: Quantum and AI.

  • Team Composition: At least two co-founders (max 4 team members)

  • Location: Able to work from Startup Village (min. 2x/week).

  • Funding: Have not yet received venture capital (VC) investment.

  • Financial: Being able to pay €99/month (per startup, ex VAT) for a period of 6 months.

  • Duration: Participation is limited to 6 months.

What we offer:

  • A 6-month support program: Refine your business proposition with hands-on feedback, and support from a dedicated industry buddy.

  • Join Our Community: Become part of a vibrant network of innovators, with access to valuable resources, mentors, and a supportive ecosystem.

  • Benefit from Energetic Workspace: Access to office space at Startup Village the hub for AI and quantum technologies (ex-event space).

  • Investment Readiness: Get investor feedback to assess your funding potential, from grants to venture capital.

  • Boost Your Visibility: Showcase your startup on our website and enjoy exclusive opportunities to connect with our dedicated partners.

  • Costs: 99.- eu/month ex vat. per startup. [Max 4 team members]

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Start Your
Next Adventure

Rooted in purpose. Engineered for breakthrough. Built for scale.

The Nursery is where deeptech ventures grow from concept to company—transforming advanced research into scalable, real-world impact. We help founders refine their technology, validate their market, and build with clarity and momentum.

Feel the energy of founders Omer and Cosimo building Mindstash at The Nursery at Startup Village Amsterdam—a hands-on glimpse into where vision meets execution.

Your next breakthrough starts here.

Meet the Startups

Meet the Buddies

  • Jasper Wognum

    Co Founder @Braincreators | Ai Salon

  • Femmie Geradts

    Director Startup Village Amsterdam

  • Jorn Eiting van Liempt

    Entrepreneur & Venture Builder @ ROM InWest

  • Gerty Holla

    Coalition Manager | Life Sciences, Health & Biotech expert

  • Jin Han

    Mentor & Investor

  • Breanndán Ó Nualláin

    Co-founder and CTO at LEA

  • Roeland Reinders

    Serial Entrepeneur

  • Linze Rijswijk

    Sr. Business Developer @ ROM InWest

  • Marc Wesselink

    Co-Founder @ venturerock | Digital Venture Platform

  • David Rosenberg

    Coach on Leadership, alignment & Impact

Apply for The Nursery

The Nursery selects participants through a curated application process.

Submit your application below, and we’ll be in touch soon with the next steps.