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A place where children can settle in – and parents can feel at ease<\/h1><\/div>

Children need people to guide them and places where they feel safe. They need time to find their own way, build relationships, and grow at their own pace. <\/p>\n

That’s exactly why we created this place<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Born out of a need<\/h2><\/div>

We know the feeling of entrusting your child to someone new in the morning – trusting that they\u2019ll be seen and supported. That someone will notice how they\u2019re doing and give them time to settle in and grow. From this desire, a place was created where connection, relationships, and development shape daily life. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

From the first arrival to a child\u2019s own hero\u2019s journey<\/h2><\/div>
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Daycare & Kindergarten<\/h3><\/div>

A safe haven for the first steps outside the family. With consistent caregivers, clear routines, and plenty of nature, trust grows – in themselves and in the world. Children are free to discover, play, feel, and experiment. At their own pace. With caring guidance. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Primary School<\/h3><\/div>

A learning environment where children are encouraged to be courageous. Here, they take responsibility, discover their strengths, and experience: I can make a difference. Learning becomes their own journey – not about conformity. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Transitions that provide security<\/h2><\/div>

Transitions are big steps for children. That’s why we design them thoughtfully, gently, and with support – without abrupt changes, without pressure. This builds trust – for children and for parents. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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Daycare \u2192 Kindergarten<\/h3><\/div>

Familiar routines, familiar caregivers, and time to settle in provide security.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Kindergarten \u2192 Primary School<\/h3><\/div>

Values, attitude, and language remain familiar – responsibility grows step by step.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Private school reimagined – from the child’s perspective<\/h2><\/div>

Our primary school is part of the international Acton network. This means: learning grows out of curiosity, responsibility, and real experiences – not from pressure or control. Adults act as guides. Children take responsibility for their learning. <\/p>\n

Nature, projects, and community are integral parts of daily life.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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People who take children seriously<\/h2><\/div>

Ultimately, it’s not concepts that build trust – but people. Our team supports children with expertise, mindfulness, and genuine relationships. We listen. We take concerns seriously. And we stay in dialogue – with children and parents. All our teachers have recognized qualifications and work according to Swiss standards and Lehrplan 21. <\/p>\n<\/div>

At Acton, children experience learning in a new way:<\/strong> collaboratively, practically, self-directed, with modern technology – and plenty of movement & room for their own strengths<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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