What matters to us
Each child helps determine the pace of their settling-in process
Parents are our partners in this journey
Security and relationships come before all routines and procedures
Settling-in & growing
A safe start – moving forward with curiosity.
Starting at a kindergarten is a big step for children and families. Our settling-in process follows a participatory approach – tailored to each child, supportive and developed together. This creates trust, a sense of security and a positive start to everyday kindergarten life.
When it is time for the next step, we accompany children just as sensitively in their transition to primary school. Through projects and school-preparation groups, we strengthen curiosity, self-confidence and a joy of learning. Close cooperation with nearby schools and regular exchange help us create a transition that truly works – safe, curious and full of anticipation.
Supporting transitions
From a gentle start in our kindergarten to a confident beginning at school, we accompany children and families with sensitivity, trust and time. This way, every transition succeeds – gently, individually and with joy in growing.
Our settling-in approach
Before the settling-in process begins, we invite all new families to an information evening. During this meeting, they get to know the team and receive a welcome folder with all the important information.
Shortly before the start, children visit our kindergarten with their parents on two afternoons. This gives them the opportunity to get to know the rooms, daily routines and educators in a calm and relaxed atmosphere.
The settling-in period begins with short visits of around 1.5 hours. At first, parents stay in the group room together with their child. Gradually, children begin to play, explore and build trust independently – always knowing that their parents are nearby.
Depending on the child’s well-being and individual pace, the time spent at the kindergarten is gradually extended until the child feels comfortable participating in everyday activities without the parents being present.
Especially in the nursery, we allow plenty of time for sensitive moments such as sleeping or diaper changing. Parents are welcome to accompany these moments if they wish. We pay close attention to each child’s signals, needs and individual pace.
Each child builds a close relationship with a key caregiver. This stable bond creates a sense of security and forms the foundation for further learning and development.
Transition to primary school
Starting primary school is an important milestone in every child’s life and often raises many questions for families. We prepare children gently and playfully for this next step:
Preschool projects in the final kindergarten year: In their last year at nxt generation, children take part in exciting experiments, number and language games, as well as excursions.
School readiness groups: Regular sessions specifically support the development of key skills.
Cooperation with primary schools: Exchange with teachers, mutual visits and joint projects help make the transition easier.
Strengthening children: Self-confidence, curiosity and a joy of learning are at the center – not performance pressure.
Parents are also an important part of this process: Through information events and conversations, we provide guidance and support as families prepare for this new stage.