Kita at the UdK und TU Berlin

"Small House"

At the "Small House", our room concept creates a friendly and relaxed atmosphere and provides room for 24 kids from 8 weeks to approximately 2,5 years.
Open space for experimental, self-determined learning – the children will find stimulating corners for their first steps into independence as well as sheltered, accessible spaces that provide them with security and freedom. At the “Small House” we have an art studio next to the sheltered play areas.

Individual, integral support – we accompany and support each individual child in their development, based on their needs, tendencies, and developmental necessities. For that reason, we value the close and open collaboration with the parents and other attachment figures from the start.
We prepare the transition into the open space of the “Big House” together with the parents. It happens between 2.5 and three years, always depending on the individual developmental stage of the child.

"Big House"

In the Big House, approximately 36 children between the ages of 2.5 years up to school entry spend common play and learning time.
Creating explorative spaces – The open room design enables the children to play and learn independently. Apart from specifically designed areas and quiet spaces for retreating, there is a large art studio which invites to explore, experiment and being creative.

Outdoor Space

Our outdoor area is a favourite place for the children. It is quiet and secluded from the road and offers a natural environment with trees, hedges, shrubs and hill-like elements, slides and tubes that encourage movement and play. A stage is available to the children for role play and in the summer months the water pump is a particular highlight.

Trips

With our regular activities, such as walks in the zoo and the surrounding area as well as the use of Berlin's cultural offerings, we continuously expand our children's scope of experience. The forest days from March to October are particularly important to us, as they allow the children to experience nature in a variety of ways.

Art projects

The children create using a wide variety of materials, experiment with shapes and develop their own ideas. This not only results in small works of art, but also fosters self-confidence, imagination and a love of creative expression. In a supportive environment, the children are able to develop their talents and explore the world with all their senses.

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Since September 2019, this daycare center is a partner of TUKI (German Theater & Kita). TUKI is a partnership program between daycare centers and theatres, which has set itself the task of strengthening early childhood cultural education in Berlin in the long term. More information can be found here www.tuki-berlin.de.