KINDERGARDEN IN DÜSSELDORF
The opportunity for young children to experience social contacts from an early age can be priceless. So too the ability for mothers to occupy their time in other ways. Both conservative and socialist state governments throughout Germany have been tackling the expensive task of universal coverage for many, many years. Unfortunately not well enough.
Although legislation declares kindergardens a universal right, there are too few places for infants in Düsseldorf. English language options are available at international schools in the vicinity. They are ISR International School on the Rhine locally and in Neuss as well as IS Ruhr International School in Essen, a major city of the nearby Ruhr Metropolis.
ISD KINDERGARDEN
The belief that every child should be supported to flourish, whatever their abilities, interests or needs may be, is at the heart of everything we do at ISD. At the same time, we recognise that children learn most effectively when they are free to be imaginative and encouraged to connect with their passions.
These values are central to the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), which serves as our curriculum framework. No matter what it is your child loves, or how they prefer to learn, they will discover a caring, supportive and exciting learning environment at ISD.
ISR KINDERGARDEN
Kindergarden children are taught in English and have regular German classes. Through such experience, the multilingual school environment at ISR offers students a chance to be exposed to different cultures and languages.
Cultural understanding and tolerance is thus fostered from an early age. Parents are encouraged to be an active participant where possible in the classroom too.
IS RUHR KINDERGARDEN
At the IS Ruhr located in Essen near Düsseldorf, children of kindergarten age between three and six years, benefit from a stimulating, engaging and challenging environment. IS Ruhr believe that inquiry is a powerful tool to learn about the world around us.
Their early years curriculum balances learning through play, directed teacher guidance and the provision of carefully planned learning experiences. Classes are taught in English.
Staying in touch and getting together with others living in a similar situation can be important. Expat groups in social media are highly valuable sources for connecting. Socialising in Düsseldorf can include events, international clubs or heading for a popular spot to meet international residents.
