The element-i childcare centre Die Tüftler has been open since November 2013. It is located in the Tübingen-Reutlingen Technology Park and is open all day.
The bright, modern rooms house numerous functional areas, e.g. the studio, the movement room, the crawlers’ nest and the role-play room. A staircase leads the children to a large outdoor area where they can explore nature and exercise in the fresh air. Part of the element-i concept is that the educational staff treat the children with warmth, cordiality and respect. They show them at eye level how exciting the world is, have confidence in them, motivate them and support them in their interactions with each other. Exciting experiments, projects, games and a wide range of materials are used to encourage the children and their natural urge to discover. A well-structured daily routine with impulse and free play phases, singing and discussion groups provides them with the framework they need to develop to their full potential.
The in-house chef prepares delicious meals every day using fresh, regional and seasonal ingredients. Depending on the childcare model, the children receive breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack.
