Basics
The kindergarten’s educational work is based on the orientation plan and the educational and developmental areas. The different interests, topics and developmental stages of the children are taken into account. Special emphasis is placed on experiential education, movement and creative design. Movement is understood as the basis for holistic learning and helps children to develop their physical abilities, self-confidence and ability to assess risks. Dealing with nature and the environment is also very important. Through nature days, excursions, cooking days and the use of natural materials, children gain a wide range of experiences. Another focus is on language development, which is understood as the basis for social participation. Children are supported in their language development through conversations, picture books, songs, finger games, free play and targeted activities.
The concept of the child is based on a respectful and resource-oriented attitude. Children are seen as curious and active learners who discover their environment through their own experiences and who have their own interests, needs and rates of development. The educational staff build on the children’s strengths, support them in overcoming challenges and encourage them to try new things and to try again after a setback. Children are given many opportunities to gain experience independently, to learn about their own limits and to develop their abilities further.
The educational partnership is reflected in particular in the cooperation and exchange with parents. For example, parents are informed about their child’s development and potential for support in development talks and are involved in various educational activities. Parents are also involved in language development by selecting books together with their children and reading to them at home.
