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d'Insle and Sprungbrett Montessori Schools in Zurich are tri-lingual Montessori institutions. Care and education run from pre-kindergarten through primary school. The main campus is on Signaustrasse, with Forchstrasse 40 and Neptunstrasse 70 hosting d'Insle Pre-Kindergarten and Sprungbrett locations. German is the base language, with English and French spoken in each classroom. The campuses feature a garden for outdoor learning, and Lehrplan 21 is incorporated in the curriculum.
At d'Insle and Sprungbrett Montessori Schools, the child is supported in personal and holistic development in an age-appropriate and individualized way. Montessori pedagogy guides the curriculum, with step-by-step guidance toward independent work. The schools serve children from pre-kindergarten through 6th grade (0-12). German is the base language of instruction, with English and French spoken in each classroom. Lehrplan 21 is covered as part of Zurich's public curriculum.
From kindergarten onward, Sprungbrett Montessori School offers violin and piano, gymnastics, and swimming lessons.
Situated in central Zurich, D'Insle-Sprungbrett Montessori Schools offer a continuous, integrated care and education concept for children aged 0 to 12. The campuses follow a Montessori approach alongside the Zurich Lehrplan 21, providing a seamless transition from pre-kindergarten to primary school. The schools are private, family-owned and AMS licensed, with four d'Insle sites and three Sprungbrett locations. German is the base language, with English and French spoken in each classroom, creating a tri-lingual environment and supporting DaZ for German learners. The main campus is on Signaustrasse; Forchstrasse 40 and Neptunstrasse 70 host d'Insle Pre-Kindergarten and Sprungbrett locations. Facilities include a garden for outdoor learning, and meals prepared in-house. Daily care hours vary by program, with early mornings and late afternoons to support families. Extracurriculars include violin, piano, gymnastics and swimming. Partnerships with music schools and camps enrich the learning experience. QualiKita accreditation and longstanding community ties further enhance continuity across.