Children First

We're excited to welcome our learners and families back to the Children First at Freiestrasse 175, 8032 near Seefeld.
From individual reading and writing lessons to hands-on Science activities and forest days — our preschool and primary years are full of learning, connection, and fun.
Wishing all our families a smooth and happy start to the new term, our 20th school year in central Zürich! Let's keep growing together, one day at a time.

✨ «Kreativität ist Intelligenz, die Spass hat», betonte bereits Albert Einstein.

Nach diesem Motto unterrichtet auch Kunstpädagogin Bianca Gasparro, Expertin für frühkindliche Erziehung und Leiterin des bilingualen Nachmittags-Kreativ Horts bei Children First. 🎨✨

Mit viel Fantasie, Bewegung und kreativen Ideen bringt sie Kindern spielerisch die deutsche Sprache näher – lebendig, fröhlich und mit ganz viel Herz. ❤️

✨ "Creativity is intelligence having fun" – Albert Einstein
This the guiding principle for art educator Bianca Gasparro, an expert in early childhood education and the leader of the bilingual afternoon creative programme at Children First.

With imagination, movement, and lots of hands-on creativity, she brings German to life for the children—joyfully, playfully, and with heart. ❤️

🌟What parents love about Children First
We offer a holistic learning environment where every child feels safe, supported, and truly seen.

Every child is unique—and so is their path. That’s why we have individual education at Children First. Our approach fosters confidence and empathy.
🔗 Discover more at childrenfirst.ch

How much should my child sleep?
Is it the amount of sleep or waking up during the night that concerns you? 😴 You’re not alone.

At Children First, we’re here to support families with expert insights and practical guidance.

Monica Shah Zeeman, founder of Children First and certified sleep coach, will answer your individual questions in our upcoming online Q&A sessions.

She will share her experience and offer tips

✔️ Healthy sleep habits
✔️ Nap routines by age
✔️ Real-life tips for everyday sleep challenges

🕛 Join us at lunchtime for expert answers and actionable advice on building better sleep routines—tailored to your child’s needs.

🎧 Bring your lunch (or coffee!) and your questions.
👩‍🏫 Sign up for our Sleep Clinic via the registration link below:

https://www.childrenfirst.ch/talksandevents/

📅 Wednesday, 03.09.2025 & 17.09.2025
🕛 12:00 – 13:00 (CEST)
📍 Online | CHF 15

🌞 A summer walk by the Zürisee
While the public schools are closed the Children First holiday care programme was in full swing! One of the highlights of our Sensory fun weeks was a beautiful walk by Lake Zurich. We enjoyed the sparkling lake right here in our own city.

From watching boats glide by and touching the bark of trees to smelling flowers and touching giant modern sculptures—every moment was a chance to learn through movement, nature, and curiosity.

These simple experiences help children connect with the world around them using all their senses. 🌿👃👀✋👂

We’re already looking forward to the next adventure!

At Children First, we take Montessori’s words to heart. Our curated bilingual curriculum is designed to nurture the whole child emotionally, socially, and cognitively in English and German. With small group sizes and native-speaking educators, we foster self-expression, independence, and a love of learning.
Happiness here isn’t accidental—it’s our goal. Because when children feel valued, engaged, and understood, they thrive–and that’s the true measure of success.
🔗 Discover more about our joyful international concept developed in mulitlingual Zürich: childrenfirst.ch

✨Summer Saturday Sensory Walk in Oerlikon✨
Explore, observe, and awaken the senses — together.
During our “Through the Senses” theme at Children First Play School, we turned our outings into outdoor sensory scavenger hunts. By searching for specific sights, sounds, and textures, our children sharpened their observation and listening skills — all through the power of play. 🌿👂👀

🌞 Try it with your family this summer!
Here’s a beautiful route in Zürich to explore:
📍 Start at Milchbuck tram stop (Tram 10 — currently runs from Tiefenbrunnen to Oerlikon due to Hauptbahnhof construction).�🌳 Walk up the hill to Irchel Park�➡️ Curve right and listen for birds in the trees�🦋 Touch soft grass, look for butterflies, and listen for buzzing dragonflies�👣 Climb the big hill to the lookout point�🐷 Walk down a bit to smell the pigs near the animal area

♿️ With a stroller?
Head back the way you came after visiting the pigs.�🚶 On foot? Take the scenic route through the University of Zürich Irchel campus (avoid construction at the back).
🐸 On your way, stop at the pond and listen for frogs!

🍒 End your walk with a market stop:
Hop back on Tram 10 and get off at Sternen Oerlikon — just in time for the Saturday market (open til 12pm).
✨ Taste juicy, sweet fruit�🧀 Sample savoury olives and cheese�🌸 Smell fresh flowers�🥗 Pick up veggies for a crisp salad later

A sensory adventure for the whole family — right in the heart of Zürich.
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Struggling with your child’s sleep? 😴 You’re not alone.
At Children First, we’re here to support families with expert insights and practical tips.
Monica Shah Zeeman, founder of Children First and certified sleep coach, will answer all your individual questions in our upcoming free online Q&A sessions.
She will share her experience and offer guidance on:
✔️ Healthy sleep habits
✔️ Nap routines by age
✔️ Real-life tips for everyday sleep challenges

🕛 Join us during lunch for expert answers and actionable advice on building better sleep routines—tailored to your child’s needs.
🎧 Bring your lunch (or coffee!) and your questions.👩‍🏫 Sign up for our Sleep Q&A with Monica Shah Zeeman:
📅 Wednesday, 03.09.2025 or 17.09.2025🕛 12:00 – 13:00 (CEST)📍 Online | 15 CHF
Find the registration link in the comments or in bio

Montessori in Action: The Stereognostic Sense
Last week in Kindergarten, we explored one of the fascinating aspects of Montessori education—the stereognostic sense: the ability to recognise objects by touch alone, without seeing, hearing, smelling, or tasting them. This sense is crucial for developing spatial awareness and understanding the world around us.�
At Children First, we developed this sense through a fun and focused circle time game. First, the children examined the objects and named them together. Then, with a blindfold on, they guessed each item using only their hands—encouraging memory, concentration, and sensory awareness.
Hands-on learning that engages the mind and the senses—that’s Montessori at its best!