Introduction/specifics
Our day care center is located south of Potsdam in a beautiful forest community right on the edge of the forest. We are a house that combines crèche and kindergarten and is pedagogically oriented to the situational approach, also integrating aspects of forest pedagogy. We take care of up to 138 happy children from the age of 0 to school age, divided into 9 groups.
We offer:
- Cordial and qualified professionals
- familiar atmosphere
- Cross-group work in age-homogeneous groups
- Space and time for free play
- Cooperation with parents (parents' evenings, portfolio, etc.)
- A gentle acclimatization accompanied by parents
- Large gym
- A spacious and adventurous outdoor area
- Preparation for the transition to elementary school
- festivals and celebrations
This is what we experience:
- Regular trips to the forest and the surrounding area
- A ritualized daily routine
- Versatile opportunities and freedom to develop, experience, experiment, discover, design, acquire and apply knowledge
- Learning to communicate and resolve conflicts (thinking, negotiating, finding solutions)
We promote:
- Independence and independence of the children by supporting them in their everyday life
- Personal responsibility as the children make decisions and set rules
- Individuality and the development of a positive self-image
