The DSL Kinderhaus (kindergarten and preschool) is an inspiring place for children and teachers to develop together. Each child brings unique experiences and cultural backgrounds that are valued in our community. The focus is on individual play and learning, strengthened by shared experiences that no curriculum can replace.

Co-construction:
The child and their interests, needs, abilities and limitations are at the centre of our work. Co-construction is essential here - learning takes place through co-operation, with children and teachers shaping their learning processes together.

Development-orientated:
Individual needs lead to differentiated programmes, as each child is seen as a unique individual. Clearly defined boundaries and rules create a safe framework for children so that they can develop.

Holistic development:
Free play time is crucial for holistic development. Children choose their own play partners and games and can also withdraw. Here they not only experience success, but also learn from failure.

Exercise:
Exercise in the garden is a daily highlight.In addition to physical development, it promotes mental, emotional and social aspects, strengthens self-awareness and builds self-confidence.Our teachers: They play a decisive role by encouraging and supporting play and creating stimulating play opportunities.The relationship between teachers and children is of great importance - according to Goethe, you learn most from those you love.

We look after children from 3 to 6 years of age.

Children must have a basic knowledge of German; parents should actively support the use of German at home.

The child must be at least 1 year old when applying for enrolment.

Kindergarten

Children must be 3 years old at the time of admission

Children must be dry

Preschool

Children must be 5 years old

Priority is given to:

1. children with siblings at the DSL
2. Date of receipt of enrolment

In our Kinderhaus, language plays an extremely important role. We work according to the immersion principle. This means that our teachers speak to the children exclusively in their German or English mother tongue. The children thus learn both languages in a natural context, during free play, in the morning circle, through finger rhymes, songs, stories and games.

To make it easier for multilingual children to enter our German-speaking primary school and to break down language barriers, we offer targeted support three times a week to children aged 4 and over as part of the "German for the start of school" programme (www.deutsch-für-den-schulstart.de). The active support of parents at home is important here.

Drop off time: 8:00h

What happens in the groups:
Morning circle with themed activities, finger plays, stories and songs
Free play for the children within the groups
Guided activities
Weekly gymnastics in the sports hall
Play in the garden
Individual support / small group work / German language support
Breakfast in the group
Closing circle
Pick-up time option 1: 12:45pm
After-school care with lunch
followed by pick-up time Option 2: 13:30h
Quiet time
Free play in the garden or in the group room
Activities, e.g. arts and crafts, drama, sport, music (activities may change)
For children aged 4 and over: Clubs, e.g. pony club, capoeira, multisport, choir
Closing circle with stories, songs and games
Pick-up times options 3 & 4: 15:45h and 16:45h

Drop off time: 8:00h

The following activities take place in the groups:

• Morning circle with learning units on the educational facilities and development fields, stories and songs

• Study time

• Project work

• Small group work

• Individual support/small group work/German language support

• Free play for the children within the groups

• Weekly gymnastics in the sports hall

• Play in the garden

• Breakfast in the group

• Closing circle

Pick-up time option 1: 12:45pm

Followed by after-school care programme

Lunch, followed by pick-up time Option 2: 13:30h

• Resttime

• Free play in the garden or in the group room

• Activities, e.g. arts and crafts, drama, sport, music (activities may change)

• Clubs, e.g. pony club, capoeira, multisport, choir

• Closing circle with stories, songs and games

  Pick-up times options 3 & 4: 15:45h and 16:45h

At the age of 5, the children go to Pre-School where the focus is on preparing them for the Primary School. We collaborate closely with the Primary School to ensure a smooth transition for the children. The Pre-School has a timetable with set periods, although learning is still play-based and each day still includes a free play phase.

In addition to weekly gymnastics, the weekly schedule includes language development, number games, artistic design, music and science (knowledge and understanding of the world). The teachers pick up on the children's interests and expand them with educational activities; through observation, the staff can identify gaps in knowledge and experience and offer targeted support.

Towards the end of the pre-school years, primary school teachers visit the children at the Kinderhaus and invite them to visit their primary school classes. This helps avoid possible obstacles to the transition.

The Kindergarten is registered in the directory of providers for the so-called Early Education Funding (EEF). Find out more about the Free childcare & education plan