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In kindergarten and elementary school, the children are placed in mixed age groups: 3–6, 6–9 and 9–12 years. Qualified Montessori staff accompany the children in their learning process in both languages of instruction, i.e., German and English. The aim of the school is to help the children become independent, self-confident and self-reliant human beings with a strong community spirit. The activities offered to the children in Montessori classrooms are based on the needs of children and encourage self-motivated and joyful learning. The school supports parental involvement through events and workshops, including a parenting workshop on positive discipline to raise happy and resilient children, and regular parent–teacher contact.
Language development and perceptual support, including reading, spelling and arithmetic training, are provided in a protected and engaging environment. The support covers the kindergarten and primary level and takes place in regular exchange with the respective class teacher. DaZ (German as a second language) offers German in small groups or in individual lessons to help children engage with everyday school life, with a focus on conversation and vocabulary expansion. Additional support is charged separately and takes place during class time.
Tuition covers instruction in both German and English. In kindergarten, four mixed-age groups are taught by qualified Montessori staff with instruction in both languages.
The school offers a parenting workshop on positive discipline to explore how to raise happy and resilient children. Regular contact with parents is emphasized, with opportunities to visit classes and attend parent-teacher conferences. Annual events foster a sense of community between children, parents and the Rietberg Montessori team.
Safety measures follow the rules and recommendations of the Confederation and the canton; the school informs parents, teachers and caregivers about protection measures and has a designated responsible person for safety. General hygiene and conduct rules include regular hand washing and airing of rooms, with CO2 meters and air filters in every classroom. Sick children remain at home until symptom-free for 24 hours, and symptomatic cases are isolated; positive cases are reported to the school management. Protection concepts apply to school events and trips, and protective equipment and hand hygiene stations are provided as needed.
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.
