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The Montessori spirit at the heart of Happy Kids Located in Lancy, in the heart of Geneva, the Montessori Happy Kids school welcomes children aged 3 to 6 in a warm, bilingual and inspiring environment. True to Maria Montessori's philosophy, our school places the child at the centre of the educational process, respecting their pace, needs and individuality. Every day at Happy Kids is an invitation to discover, experiment, learn and flourish in a caring environment that promotes independence and self-confidence. Why choose Montessori Happy Kids? Montessori Happy Kids is not just a school, it is a place where every child is recognised for their uniqueness. We offer: * A bilingual environment (French-English), with qualified teachers who enable children to immerse themselves naturally in two languages from an early age. * Small class sizes, ensuring personalised support and careful observation of each child's progress. * A teaching method that respects the child's pace, promoting independence, curiosity and the joy of learning. * Trained and passionate teachers who are committed to supporting each stage of the child's development. The unique advantages of Montessori Happy Kids * A warm and safe environment: our bright and harmonious premises in Lancy are designed according to Montessori principles, offering an orderly, aesthetic environment adapted to the size of children. * Varied and stimulating spaces: practical life, sensory life, language, mathematics, arts and nature corners. * Authentic Montessori materials: specially designed to encourage manipulation, understanding and independent learning. * A pedagogy of responsibility: from an early age, children participate in the daily life of the classroom, developing their sense of organisation, fine motor skills and collaborative spirit. A comprehensive and lively learning experience At Montessori Happy Kids, learning is an enthusiastic and enjoyable experience: * Practical and sensory life: children develop coordination, concentration and independence through hands-on activities. * Language and mathematics: thanks to attractive and progressive materials, they acquire the fundamentals with confidence. * Discovery of the world: science, geography, botany and zoology are explored through observation and experimentation. * Arts and music: every week, children explore their creativity through drawing, painting, singing and playing instruments. * Outdoor school: regular outings to discover nature, garden, observe the seasons and develop a strong connection with the environment. Bilingualism: an asset for life At our school, bilingualism comes naturally. Daily exposure to French and English promotes progressive mastery of both languages, enriching children's cognitive and social skills. Our English-speaking and French-speaking educators interact throughout the day, allowing each child to learn intuitively. An educational and family community Montessori Happy Kids is also a close-knit community: * Regular communication with parents: meetings, individual assessments, sharing of Montessori tools for use at home. * Friendly events: seasonal celebrations, end-of-year shows. * A strong educational partnership: we believe that together, parents and educators form a team to help each child reach their full potential. Testimonials and success stories Our greatest successes are the smiles and progress of the children, as well as the satisfaction of their families: Since our daughter started at Happy Kids, we have seen her flourish, become independent and confident. The P. family The bilingual approach and Montessori teaching methods have given our son a very solid foundation for the rest of his schooling. The D. family Practical information * Age range: 3-6 years old * Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with after-school care from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. * Holidays: aligned with the Geneva school calendar * Enrolment: throughout the year, subject to availability * Contact: 078 672 20 76 Join the Happy Kids adventure! Choosing Montessori Happy Kids means offering your child much more than just a school: it means giving them the keys to grow in confidence, independence and harmony with the world around them. We invite you to come and discover our establishment and join our passionate educational community.

Christian und Désirée sind einfach nur super. Die Hundeschule Thimba hat mir mit meinem Problemhund geholfen, das mein Hund mega ausgeglichen und zufrieden ist. Ausserdem konnte ich durch Ihre Hilfe meine eigene Fehler erkennen und daraus lernen. Ein riesen mehrwert für das Tier und den Menschen dahinter

Allegra – it’s great to have you here! Does it bother you that your dog pulls strongly on the leash instead of walking calmly by your side? Do you hesitate to let them off the leash because they don’t reliably come back when called or start chasing things? Do you often find walks with your dog stressful because they bark furiously at other dogs and people, forcing you to avoid any contact? Do your neighbors complain because your dog barks endlessly when left alone at home? Do you avoid inviting visitors because your dog barks aggressively at them? Are you worried that your dog might bite in uncontrolled situations? Are you dealing with other challenges with your dog and looking for comprehensive and effective training for both of you? Or do you have a puppy or a young dog going through puberty, and you just want to do everything right? Then you are in the right place! Because I’ve been there, too. Luckily, I found competent help, and today, I am here to help you as well. If you want to address and permanently solve the small and big problems with your dog, to grow together and become an unbeatable, happy team, contact me to schedule a free, no-obligation initial consultation. I work in the Upper Engadin region and offer you and your dog a complete, practical, and tailor-made individual coaching program based on a clear training plan tailored to your needs. Book your appointment today! My Approach 4-Pfoten Coaching is a different kind of dog training school, based on a holistic approach. As a coach for human-dog teams, I dedicate my work to both the dog and the person. Whether your dog barks furiously on the leash, at the garden gate, behind the window, or at the door, attacks people or other dogs, chases animals, cars, bicycles, or joggers, barks at visitors, or ignores your call while off-leash... you’re in the right place! I will show you how to achieve all your goals and wishes, for example: • Taking your dog anywhere without any worries; • Meeting other dogs or people without stress or fear; • Letting your dog into the garden without constant barking; • Having a relaxed dog that focuses on you and walks calmly on a loose leash; • Letting your dog run free without worries, knowing they will reliably come back even in distracting situations. My Working Method Every human-dog team is supported through personalized individual coaching. During a free, no-obligation initial analysis , consisting of a one-hour walk, I will get to know you and your dog and show you what the path to a more harmonious life together could look like. If you decide to work with me, you will receive: • A customized training plan for you and your dog to achieve your goals; • Dedicated 1:1 coaching , conducted in a suitable location, at your home, or online via Zoom; • Mindset coaching to support your personal development and improve your relationship with your dog; • Access to a private online member area , filled with valuable information about living with your dog; • Support between sessions via Zoom, phone, or WhatsApp; • Video analysis of your personal training sessions; • The opportunity to regularly participate in guided walks , even after completing the program, to reinforce what you’ve learned with other teams and gain new experiences (e.g., taking a cable car ride with your dog). Schedule your free initial consultation today! About Me My name is Nici (Nicole) Pirola, and I live with my husband, our dog Mia, and four cats in Bever, in the beautiful Engadin region. I decided to pursue training in Germany as a dog trainer specializing in problematic dogs, to help other human-dog teams facing similar challenges. I know how stressful and exhausting such situations can be. During my training, I realized that this approach is valuable for every human-dog team, even when there are no major problems, but perhaps there is a need to improve leash manners or correct annoying behaviors. To offer an open and highly personalized approach for every human-dog team, I continuously further my education with experts in the field, both in Italy and abroad.

Die Hundeschule von Manuela Albrecht ist sehr kompetent und souverän. Sie leited die Hundeschule mit viel Herz und Leidenschaft. Ich bin seit Jahren bei ihr und kann sie jedem empfehlen.

Mon chien fesait énormément de bêtises à la maison. Avec Samantha Ruffieux nous avons discuté pour comprendre le comportement et mettre en place une solution pour régler le problème. Le tout à était fait en éducation positive ! Et je suis fière de dire qu'il se transforme en petit ange. Un travail au top, avec une véritable écoute ainsi que de la douceur.