Admission
anytime
upon consultation
Duration
1-2
years
School fee Part-time/Full-time
CHF 10'760.00 / CHF 21'520.00
per year
Looking for an English, international, bilingual kindergarten in Rheinfelden? The ipso! International School near Basel offers a unique English-German early learning environment for young children. Our international kindergarten combines play-based learning, small class sizes, and a globally recognised educational approach – perfect for local families as well as expatriates seeking high-quality bilingual education.
In our bilingual Kindergarten near Basel, we care for children from the age of four. The languages used in daily interaction – as in our bilingual daycare, primary school and secondary school in Rheinfelden – are English and German. Children without prior knowledge of either language are also very welcome.
Early childhood multilingual development is based on an international educational framework, the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP). The IB PYP promotes a holistic and humanistic approach to education. Children are encouraged to ask questions and think conceptually, enabling them to become independent, curious and respectful individuals in a global context.
Full-day or part-time care available: Our bilingual kindergarten offers various options to support each child individually. The IB PYP with English and German as languages of instruction is offered within the full-day structure. However, the mandatory local school curriculum can already be covered with five half-days, ideally in the mornings. Children who attend the public kindergarten can join us for additional support on two half-days.
Forest education in the English kindergarten Rheinfelden: Free play in nature has always been part of our philosophy. We spend time outdoors with the children several times a day – in all weather conditions. Forest education is a fixed and important part of our curriculum. Our children spend half a day per week in a nearby forest, where we have built a special learning and rest area together with parents, including a “forest sofa” made of branches. In the afternoons, we often visit a playground in a green environment.
In our private international kindergarten in Rheinfelden (Canton Aargau, near Basel), each child is supported individually. We take into account different developmental stages and nurture individual talents and strengths. We place great importance on a warm, caring and family-like learning environment – offering your child a second home during the day.
Creativity as well as fine and gross motor skills are developed through daily activities such as singing, arts and crafts, painting and baking. In addition, children take part in cross-age school performances.
Our bilingual kindergarten near Basel is ideally located: centrally in Rheinfelden, just a few minutes from the train station and only 15 minutes from Basel. Visit us and discover our modern campus with spacious classrooms, art and music rooms, a media centre, a conservatory for younger children and extensive outdoor areas.
No prior knowledge of German or English is required for your child – we include every level, making it an ideal bilingual kindergarten near Basel for international families.
Full-day care at the English Kindergarten near Basel
Monday
08.00 - 16.00
Tuesday
08.00 - 16.00
Wednesday
08.00 - 16.00
Thursday
08.00 - 16.00
Friday
08.00 - 16.00
Part-time care: Part-time attendance is possible, please select the Part-Time option on the registration form.
The minimum attendance requirement for part-time kindergarten care is:
School year takes place from 1 August to 31 July the following year.
Early drop-off
We offer childcare from 07.30 upon request. This option can be booked flexibly on selected days or for the entire school year.
After school care
Additional care is available daily until 18.00. This can be booked regularly or on a flexible basis.
Detailed pricing for additional services can be found in the booking form. These services are billed separately.
Children receive a freshly prepared, balanced lunch every day, tailored to their needs. Meals are provided by the experienced catering company Zaraz in Rheinfelden, which has been awarded the “Fourchette Verte” certification multiple times. Individual dietary requirements are accommodated where possible.
As children become more independent, they may also bring their own meals to be reheated on site. Alternatively, they can bring a cold lunch as well as healthy snacks for the morning and afternoon, especially for full-day care.
The cost for lunch is CHF 11.50 per day. Parents place lunch orders immediately through the Kibuca app. The weekly menu can be found on the Zaraz website.
Tuition fees include lessons and all materials. Day trips are included, while camps and multi-day excursions are charged separately.
Payment in instalments is possible (either in 2 or 12 instalments per school year, plus CHF 20.00 surcharge).
Full-time:
Tuition fee: CHF 21'520.00
One-time enrolment fee: CHF 600.00
Part-time:
Tuition fee: CHF 10'760.00
One-time enrolment fee: CHF 600.00
The total fee covers 5 mornings or 1 full day + 3 mornings. You can flexibly choose additional days as well, such as two or three full days. The tuition fee will be adjusted accordingly. Detailed information is available from the school office.
Payment terms:
The enrolment fee is due upon registration.
If a child joins during the school year, fees are calculated pro rata.
Family discount: A 10% discount is granted for the second enrolled child (applied to the lower fee).
Tax deduction: ipso! International School is a private school. At pre-school level, tuition fees may be partially deductible as childcare expenses depending on cantonal regulations. Please consult your local tax authority, as rules vary by canton.
During school holidays, when regular childcare is not provided, ipso! International School offers holiday camps. These are especially valued by working parents. Activities focus on fun and include outdoor excursions, movement, creative and artistic projects, picnics, cooking and baking, small experiments, water play, sports, dance, yoga, audiobooks and treasure hunts. Depending on age, children may also visit the zoo, exhibitions or museums.
Public holidays and school breaks can be found in the Holiday Calendar of the ipso! International School.
We place great importance on parents and children getting to know the kindergarten before enrolment. During a personal consultation with the school management, we discuss the best educational and childcare options for your child and assess whether our bilingual approach is a good fit and whether places are available.
We also recommend a trial visit where possible. Depending on the child’s age, this can last up to one week.
Admission usually takes place in August or February but can also be arranged individually throughout the year.
A bilingual kindergarten is a preschool where children learn two languages simultaneously through daily immersion. Language acquisition takes place naturally through daily interaction, as children hear and use both languages consistently.
Children can typically attend a bilingual (English-German) kindergarten from around the age of four. Entry usually takes place at the beginning of the school year, but flexible start dates may be possible depending on availability.
No prior language skills are required. Children are introduced to both languages intuitively and learn quickly through daily exposure to understand and express themselves in both.
Learning takes place holistically and through play in everyday situations. Language is integrated into activities such as playing, singing, arts and crafts and movement. Children develop linguistic, social and cognitive skills simultaneously.
Our bilingual kindergarten near Basel (Switzerland) enables early multilingual development in English and German while supporting overall personal growth. The combination of individual support, international educational standards and nature-based learning creates a strong foundation for future academic and personal success.
