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Rietberg Montessori School was founded on July 2, 1987 by Max and Jacqueline Kohler as the “Rietberg School Foundation.” It is governed by the Foundation Board, with Bruno Battaini as Chairman and Jacqueline Kohler among the board members. The school is a state-accredited day school under the auspices of the Department of Education of Canton Zurich and is licensed by Association Montessori Schweiz (AM(S)). The organization maintains formal leadership, including a Managing Director, Principals for Kindergarten and Elementary, and a Head of Extracurricular Structures to oversee operations.
Regular contact with parents is emphasized. Teachers welcome parents to visit classes or accompany group excursions, and parent-teacher conferences and meetings with the principal are available by appointment. The school provides opportunities for parents to learn about the Montessori Method, the structure and organization of the school, and current topics through parents' evenings, a round table, parents' further education, and workshops. Several annual events foster a sense of community between children, parents and the Rietberg Montessori team: Children's Playday, Lantern Parade, Carol Singing, Open Day, Theater Performances.
Active parent involvement is supported through structured channels. Parents can participate in regular events and forums and engage with teachers and administration. Parent-teacher conferences are offered by appointment, and meetings with the principal encourage ongoing dialogue. Parents have access to learning opportunities about Montessori pedagogy and the school's operations through parents' evenings, a round table, and workshops. The school coordinates events that bring together children, families, and staff, including an annual line-up of activities such as Children's Playday, Lantern Parade, Carol Singing, Open Day, and Theater Performances.
Rietberg Montessori School in Switzerland offers a bilingual Montessori program for children aged 3 to 12. The school is state-accredited by the Department of Education of Canton Zürich and licensed by AM(S). In kindergarten, children are placed in mixed-age groups (3–6) with instruction in German and English; in elementary, two mixed-age groups (6–9 and 9–12). Qualified Montessori staff guide learning using Dr. Montessori materials to support cognitive and physical development. The Montessori curriculum fully covers the Canton Zurich requirements and guarantees transfer to secondary school, ensuring a clear progression to gymnasium. The school was founded in 1987 and operates under a Foundation Board, with dedicated principals for Kindergarten and Elementary. Extracurricular activities extend the program, and a range of arts and practical arts activities support self-motivated, joyful learning. The campus includes spaces for crafts, music and hands-on projects aligned with Montessori pedagogy. The school maintains active parent involvement and events.
