kids & co City
There are free places available. We look forward to your registration – without registration fee!
Toddler group from 3 years to Kindergarden
English-Assistant integrated in everyday life
Roof terrace with sandbox
Your daycare center in Zurich's District 1: Modern childcare right next to the Selnau train station.
The kids & co City daycare center is located at the EF Education First Ltd. headquarters on Selnaustrasse. Right in the heart of Zurich and just a few steps from the Sihl River, our daycare center offers the ideal childcare solution for families who live or work in the city center, in the Enge neighborhood, or around Zurich’s main train station (HB).
Here’s what our daycare center offers your child and your family’s daily life:
A sense of security from the very beginning: We provide professional and loving care for children ages 3 months and up until they start kindergarten in a warm, family-like, and safe environment.
An urban oasis of well-being: Age-appropriate play areas, a spacious private terrace, and our close proximity to the nature-oriented playgrounds along the Sihl River offer plenty of space for exploration and physical activity.
Gardening in the heart of the city: Through the innovative “Acker-Racker” educational program, children learn about gardening and growing vegetables in a playful way and experience nature up close.
Holistic Development (BULG): Based on the proven concept of educational and learning stories, we support each child individually. Our project-based daily routine combines play, fun, imagination, and creativity.
Maximum convenience for working professionals: The unbeatable accessibility right next to the Selnau train station—whether by public transportation, bike, or on foot—can be seamlessly integrated into your daily work routine, saving you time.
What Your Child experiences in our Day-to-Day Life
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The children are lovingly and individually cared for in four mixed-age groups and one preschool group.
Our facilities, designed specifically for the daycare center, create a safe and secure environment where children feel comfortable, can move about freely, and can joyfully explore the world. Our thoughtfully designed terrace, with its wide variety of play and activity options, also invites children to play, marvel, and discover. Children aged 3 to 36 months are cared for together in mixed-age groups, and children 36 months and older attend preschool until they start kindergarten. Each child receives individualized guidance and support from our team as they develop. The children’s needs, interests, and well-being are always our top priority.
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Physical activity, experiences in nature, and children’s joy of discovery
Children need physical activity—every day and in a variety of ways. At Purzelbaum Daycare, we provide a wide range of opportunities for climbing, balancing, jumping, running, and trying new things. Once a week, we also spend time in the woods or outdoors. The children experience different materials, sounds, smells, and seasons with all their senses; they observe, collect, build, and discover. So verbinden wir Bewegung, Naturerfahrung und kindliche. The joy of discovery—all together, as a matter of course. In our “AckerRacker” project, we also dig, plant, water, harvest, and, of course, eat!
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Age-Specific Educational Work in Educational Settings
For about 90 minutes each day, the children can explore our diverse learning spaces and decide for themselves what interests them. Whether it’s exploration, creativity, role-playing, building, music, movement, or language—the age-appropriate activities invite them to discover, experiment, and learn. In the process, the children play and learn together across groups. Our educational staff closely guide them, provide inspiration, and support them in their individual development.
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Development-Oriented Support Using Learning Stories and Portfolios (BULG)
We observe, support, and guide the children as they develop. We document important developmental milestones and your child’s current needs, and use this information to plan future play activities. In their portfolios, we collect experiences and observations that the children can proudly take home with them when they leave the daycare center.
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Healthy meals in a caring atmosphere that encourages independence
The children choose and prepare their own meals from a wide, healthy, and varied selection of options. The staff supports and guides them in a way appropriate for their age, helping them develop independence and a sense of autonomy. Of course, we take both cultural and medical dietary habits into account.
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Exciting and needs-based projects
A variety of themed projects—tailored to the children’s ages, needs, and interests—stimulate their development and provide a varied and exciting daily routine. Whether it’s the seasons, light effects, forest animals, vehicles, colors, or even the kindergarten project—our dedicated team is always finding new ways to create interesting projects for the children. In the spring, our oldest children proudly take part in the kindergarten project; they are carefully prepared for their next transition so that they can get off to a good start!
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Diversity and Inclusion
Children bring with them different languages, experiences, strengths, and needs. For us, this diversity is a natural part of everyday life at the daycare center.
Children whose first language is not German can receive targeted support for their language development through the KiD program.
Children with special needs are also welcome here. Together with their parents, we carefully assess what each child needs for their well-being and development, and how we can provide appropriate support in the day-to-day life of the daycare center.
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English-speaking support staff
Every day, English-speaking assistants work for several hours in the various groups. Following the immersion model, they speak only English with the children during daily care and also lead various activities in the groups.
Impressions from the kids & co City daycare center
What parents say about kids & co City daycare center
«Wir sind mit unseren beiden Töchtern nun schon seit insgesamt sechs Jahren bei Kids & Co. City. Die Kita war durchweg fantastisch – wir hatten wirklich das Gefühl, dass sie unsere ganze Familie unterstützen.»
Silvana A.
Google review
«Die Erzieherinnen waren unglaublich freundlich, fürsorglich und aufmerksam, und wir liebten das internationale Umfeld mit Kindern unterschiedlichster Herkunft»
Giulia T.
Google review
Useful Information for parents
At the kids & co City daycare center, we place a high priority on quality, sustainability, and consistency. For this reason, we invest in training and continuing education, are members of industry associations, and undergo regular external audits and certifications.
The kids & co City daycare center has the following certifications and quality standards.
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Certification |
kids & co City daycare center |
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Certificate Modul C |
✓ |
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Quality of Interaction at the University of Applied Sciences Thurgau: |
✓ |
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Educational and learning stories BuLG |
✓ |
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Purzelbaum: Exercise and Healthy Eating |
✓ |
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AckerRacker: Adventure grows here! |
✓ |
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Apprenticeship provider |
✓ |
Learn more here about how the kids & co daycare center and profawo ensure quality for your children.
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The City Daycare Centre is operated by profawo, a nationwide Swiss non-profit organisation that provides work-life balance services and consultancy on behalf of its member companies. Founded in Zurich in 1996, it is now an association active throughout Switzerland with nearly 500 employees. profawo's wide range of childcare and eldercare services supports over 250,000 employees at its member companies, helping them to balance work and family life.
profawo was founded 30 years ago by members of the Junior Chamber of Commerce. Today, profawo is a well-established and financially sound organisation. Its close ties to the world of work are reflected in the «& Co.» in its name, where «Co.» stands for «company». This close relationship with employers continues to define profawo and foster the development of innovative services.
Parent Collaboration
Close collaboration is important to us. We see each other every day. We use an app to help us coordinate, so that organizational tasks can be handled even when the children are asleep after a long day.
Children in Our Care
The daycare has 4 mixed-age groups (from 3 months until 3 years) and 1 toddler group (from 3 years to kindergarten entry).
We warmly welcome children from 3 months of age until they start school.
Hours of Operation
Open year-round, with a short break for Christmas and New Year’s.
Monday–Friday: 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
The following closure dates are scheduled for this year.
Rates
Please find our rate schedule attached.
Of course, we also participate in the subsidy program for parents who live in the city of Zurich.
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Your contact

Kandipan Nageswara
Manager
044 245 20 80
zh.leitung.city@kidsco.ch
kids & co City
Selnaustrasse 36
8001 Zürich
Frequently Asked Questions
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How can I register my child?
The registration is done via the «sign up now» button. It is free of charge and non-binding. Our central waiting list team will then contact you immediately with a daycare offer.
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How can I get subsidy?
To obtain a subsidized childcare place, the family submits an application to the City of Zurich. The two forms received (contribution factor and SBU) are then given to the childcare center. Profawo reports this information back to the city. Profawo bills the parents the actual fee, and bills the City of Zurich for the difference. Further information can be found here.
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Can I visit the daycare center beforehand?
Yes, we look forward to welcoming you and your child in person at our daycare center. You can schedule your visit online with just a few clicks, by phone, or via email – whatever works best for you. It is important to us to take the time to answer any questions you may have. We will do our best to find a time that works for your schedule.
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Can I book additional days?
Additional days can be booked at any time, subject to availability. Check availability and book additional days directly through the parent app.
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Can I also book half days?
The following half-day and three-quarter-day options are available at the City Daycare Center:
Mornings: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Afternoons: 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. or 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. -
How many childcare places does the daycare center have?
The daycare has 4 mixed-age groups (from 3 months until 3 years) and 1 toddler group (from 3 years to kindergarten entry).
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How can the daycare center be reached?
Right next to Zurich Selnau railway station. Well connected to public transport.
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Are there daycare spots available for children with special needs?
In our centre we offer a recognized concept for children with special needs (KmbB) and daycare integrated German language support (KiD).
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Will my child need time to adjust when he or she moves to the preschool group?
During this transition, your child will receive attentive, needs-based support from the team. Often, several children are prepared for the group change together, and they switch groups together whenever possible. The group change will be discussed with you, the parents, in advance. However, you do not need to be on site more frequently during this group change.
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How does the settling in time work?
The settling-in period at the daycare centre lasts approximately two weeks and takes place daily. You can find the detailed program here.
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Who do I contact if I have a concern?
Directly at our Manager:
Kandipan Nageswara
044 245 20 80
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How does the daily routine look like?
07.00–09.00
Arrival of the children09.00–11.00
Depending on daily schedule, educational spaces, targeted activities, rituals, free play and outdoor activities11.00–14.00
Lunch followed by quiet time14.00–16.30
Depending on daily schedule, educational spaces, targeted activities, rituals, free play and outdoor activities16.30
Start of collection time17.30–19.00
Groups are combined, free play, winding-down time19.00
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What do I do, if my child gets sick?
Care for a sick child is not possible at the daycare center. Parents are asked not to bring their child to the daycare center, if they have a fever or a contagious illness. If a child becomes ill while at the crèche, the parents will be notified immediately so they can pick up their child.
Simply use the parent app to report that your child is sick for the day.
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How is nutrition regulated in the daycare center?
The children receive fresh and balanced meals. Allergies, intolerances, and cultural dietary requirements are taken into account of course.
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What does «Portfolio» mean?
In the Portfolio, we document your child's development. Photos, observations, and projects show what your child has experienced and learned.
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What means «BULG»?
Educational and learning stories BuLG are a resource-oriented observation and documentation tool for children's abilities and learning progress.
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What does the certification «Purzelbaum » mean?
Purzelbaum supports daycare centers in promoting children's natural joy of movement in everyday life. Further information about the concept can be found here.
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What is «Netzwerk Bildungsort Kita»?
The «Bildungsort Kita» network advocates for education-oriented work in daycare centers. Details can be found here.
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What do the children do at the «educational spaces»?
Our daycare centers work with various learning and play areas where children can pursue their interests in a group setting – for example, building, creating, role-playing or researching.
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How does the comunication between parents and daycare work?
We have a parent app where you can send us information. We also send out a monthly newsletter to parents, informing them about what we've been doing at the daycare and what's coming up next.

