Rietberg Montessori Schule — Montessori School in Zurich for Ages 3–12

Our School

The Rietberg Montessori School at a Glance

The Rietberg Montessori School offers children aged 3 to 12 a sheltered and inspiring environment in a bilingual setting (German/English). As a state-approved day school in Zurich, we rely on authentic, licensed Montessori education that nurtures children’s natural thirst for knowledge.

Rietberg Montessori Schule – Gebäude und Spielplatz
Kindergarten

Kindergarten

Ages 3 – 6

Primary School

Primary School

Ages 6 – 12

Guidance and Care

Guidance and Care

Reliably accompanied

Future Skills

Prepared for the Future

No one knows what jobs will exist in 20 years. But we know which skills will matter then: thinking and acting independently, responding flexibly to challenges, thinking creatively, finding solutions together, and getting back up after setbacks. That is exactly what our children practise — every single day. Read here how children acquire these skills with us.

Programmes

Room for Talents

Whether music, art, crafts, or movement – we give children the space to discover their strengths and unfold their talents.

Topics

Questions Parents Ask

How does Montessori prepare children for the AI era? How does gymnasium preparation work? What does the school cost — and what makes our community so special? Here you'll find answers to the topics that matter most to parents.

Montessori – does it actually work?

Montessori – does it actually work?

A fair question. Over 100 years of experience, scientifically validated and proven in practice – Montessori education demonstrably prepares children very well for school, career, and life.

Learning without grades – does that work?

Learning without grades – does that work?

It works remarkably well! Our children love to learn – because we take their wish to understand everything adults know seriously.

Transition to secondary education?

Transition to secondary education?

Whether Gymnasium or secondary school: our students are specifically prepared for the transition – with independent learning and solid subject knowledge.

Montessori and AI?

Montessori and AI?

In a world where artificial intelligence handles routine tasks, creativity, critical thinking and social skills become especially important – exactly what Montessori has always fostered.

Do the children have too much freedom?

Do the children have too much freedom?

The children are free to shape their own day. But with that comes the task of working – and the responsibility to build themselves and their potential.

FAQ

FAQ

Answers to the most important questions about enrollment, daily life, costs and the educational concept of Rietberg Montessori School.

Testimonials

What Our Alumni Share About Us

Our former students are the best witnesses that Montessori pedagogy has a lasting impact. Experience how the Rietberg years shaped their lives.

Testimonials

«I believe that especially today, in the world we live in — with AI and the complex questions we face — it is even more important to find creative solutions and to think independently and critically. My sister and I embraced this very strongly, and it is wonderful to see that it still accompanies us and is useful every single day.»

Céline Rausch

Céline Rausch

Director of an art gallery in Zurich/Paris

Facts and Figures

Rietberg in Numbers

For nearly 40 years, children at Rietberg Montessori School have been growing in an environment that strengthens, challenges and supports them. These numbers show what stands behind it.

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Students

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Dedicated Employees

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Years of Experience

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Teachers per Class