What does a day at TIMS look like?

The regular school day runs from 8:30 am, with morning care from 8:00 am. Children work with Montessori materials in a prepared classroom, gather for circle time, go outside to the playground or nearby fields, and share a warm lunch around midday, followed by rest and calmer activities.

What does mixed-age learning mean?

Each Kindergarten Group holds children from 3 years to school age together. Younger children learn by watching older ones, and older children build confidence and responsibility by helping their younger classmates.

Do children learn German at TIMS?

Yes. The everyday language of the school is English, and Kindergarten children take part in weekly enrichment that includes German, music and physical education.

Montessori & School Life

A day shaped by independence, care and discovery

TIMS combines the Montessori approach with a warm English-speaking international environment. Children move through the day with a clear rhythm: classroom work, circle time, outdoor exploration, shared meals, specialist sessions and optional afterschool activities. The result is a school day that feels structured, calm and full of opportunity.

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Montessori Approach

Learn how the prepared environment, Montessori materials and teacher observation help children become confident independent learners.

Explore Montessori

Toddler Group

A gentle first step away from home for children aged 12 to 36 months, with warm routines and trusted care.

Toddler Group

Kindergarten Groups

Three mixed-age groups for children aged 3 to 6, where younger and older children learn from one another.

Kindergarten Groups

Curriculum

From practical life and language to mathematics, culture, music, German and library time, learning is rich and connected.

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Daily Life

See how a typical TIMS day flows from morning arrival and work cycle to outdoor play, lunch and afternoon care.

Daily Life

Garden

Outdoor learning, nature walks, open fields and garden experiences give children space to move, observe and grow.

Explore the Garden

Library

Books, stories and library time support language development, imagination and a lifelong love of reading.

Library Time

Afterschool Activities

Optional clubs and activities give children the chance to try sports, languages, science and creative learning.

Afterschool Options

Food & Wellbeing

Healthy routines, homemade food, nut-aware care and daily wellbeing practices help children feel safe and supported.

Food & Wellbeing

What children develop at TIMS

Independence and self-confidence • Concentration and problem-solving • Social skills in mixed-age groups • English communication in everyday life • Curiosity, creativity and respect • Readiness for international or primary school environments

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a day at TIMS look like?: The regular school day runs from 8:30 am, with morning care from 8:00 am. Children work with Montessori materials in a prepared classroom, gather for circle time, go outside to the playground or nearby fields, and share a warm lunch around midday, followed by rest and calmer activities.
What does mixed-age learning mean?: Each Kindergarten Group holds children from 3 years to school age together. Younger children learn by watching older ones, and older children build confidence and responsibility by helping their younger classmates.
Do children learn German at TIMS?: Yes. The everyday language of the school is English, and Kindergarten children take part in weekly enrichment that includes German, music and physical education.