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Kids' Club · Childcare · Coaching — Zurich
Little seeds. Mighty trees.
An award-winning Saturday Club, childcare and family coaching at Kreuzplatz, where children aged 4–12 grow confidence, kindness and focus through play, nature and mindfulness.
2× award-winning method
19+ years with families
English & German
Outstanding Leadership Award
Education 2.0 Conference, Dubai 2023 — one of two awards for the Mindful Tree method, one national and one international.
Recognised & approved
A trusted partner of public institutions, who promote our programmes.
Loved on Google
Families share their stories in our Google reviews. Read them, then come and see us.
Kreuzplatz, Zürich
A 147 m² Kids' Center, five minutes' walk from Stadelhofen, next to a playground and a garden.
Three branches, one tree
Far beyond childcare. Room to grow.
Our goal is to nurture your child's talents. Pick the branch that fits your family, or mix them all.
Kids' Saturday Club
A deep, joyful retreat twice a month: sports, art, tours, photography and coaching games that build confidence, leadership and friendships.
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Childcare
A calm, beautiful second home with healthy snacks, mostly organic lunches, homework support, nature outings and mindful play.
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Family Coaching
Fewer power struggles, more connection. 1-to-1 and group coaching, the Thriving Parents Mastermind and workshops.
Book a free guidance call →What's on your mind?
Every family has a “but…”
Tap what sounds familiar. You'll see how we help, and an honest first step you can try at home tonight.
The Mindful Tree method
Eight strong branches from one deep root.
Mindfulness, growth mindset, co-creation and science-based play, woven into every activity. Tap a branch to see what children do and what parents notice.
Kids' Saturday Club · ages 4–12
A Saturday that grows with them.
Twice a month, 10:00–15:00, never during school holidays. Drag through a typical day.
Move & play
Sports, dance or climbing. Energy goes out, teamwork comes in.
Create
Art, music, building and inventing. Every idea is welcome here.
Lunch together
A healthy meal, real table conversation and good manners, the friendly way.
Explore Zurich
Tours and cultural discoveries, camera in hand, to see the world with fresh eyes.
Leader missions
Coaching games for courage, problem-solving and saying a kind but clear “no”.
Proud moments
A gratitude circle and sharing what we learned. Then hugs at pick-up.
An example day. The programme changes with the seasons.
See it in 80 seconds
How a little seed becomes a tree.
How Mindful Tree works1:20
Tour of the Kids' CenterVideo slot · 60 sec walk-throughA real SaturdayVideo slot · moments from the ClubTulasi Ilen explains the methodVideo slot · 2 min2-minute quiz
What does your child need to flourish?
Eight quick, playful questions. You'll get your child's “growing style”, three tips for home and the branch of Mindful Tree that fits best.
Parents & educators
Families who grew with us.
Tulasi Ilen is a passionate professional and has provided great insights and guidance in our parenting life. I highly recommend her programs and every connection with her.
A kind, professional educator, always well prepared. She helped me ground myself when I felt overwhelmed after moving into our new home.
Great content in her mastermind sessions that I use with my kids. I recommend her 100% if you want to be a better parent and connect with your kids.
Claudia DresslerNLP Master & yoga trainer · video slotCelia Z.Sociologist & nurse · video slotNadine B.Mother of three · video slotFor kids · ages 4–12
Hi! I'm Tilly. Want to grow a magic tree with me?
Four little adventures for big hearts. Every one you finish makes your tree grow. Grown-ups, it's free, ad-free and calm. And it can read aloud!
Dandelion breathing
Feelings friends
Kind choices
Leaf memory
Childcare · Kinderbetreuung
A second home where talents unfold.
Confidence, emotional and financial intelligence, self-expression, plus homework support, nature outings and mostly organic lunches. Come for a tour first. We'd love to show you around.
Kindergarten often ends at lunchtime. Your child's day doesn't have to.Bilingual afternoons with lunch, homework help and real play, a short walk from Stadelhofen.
3 days / week
CHF 83.20per half day
- Snacks all day (Znüni & Zvieri)
- 1 Saturday Club trial day
Most popular
5 days / week, half days
5 days / weekCHF 69.50per half day
- Snacks all day
- 1 Saturday Club taster day
- 15 days of homework help, free trial
5 days / week · all day
CHF 139per full day
- Snacks & healthy lunch
- One month of Saturday Club
- One parent coaching session
- Homework help
Build your own week
CHF 100per half day
- Choose the days that suit you
- Perfect alongside Kindergarten or school
Prices as published by Mindful Tree Education. Ask us about current availability.
Coaching for parents, kids & teens
It all starts at home.
The power struggles, the chaos, the not-knowing-what-to-do. You shouldn't have to figure it all out alone. Let's work it out together.
- Monthly live online Thriving Parents Mastermind
- Group and 1-to-1 coaching for parents, kids and teens
- Online leadership programme for children & teens
- Workshops for parents, educators and kids, online and on site
- Summer Emotional Empowerment Retreat (ages 5–10)
One free call per family, first come, first served.
What we care about
Healthy roots, open hearts.
Healthy habits
Respect for nature and for ourselves, through discovery, action and self-care. A balanced diet, movement and wellness are part of every day.
- Waste separation and sustainable choices
- Wooden, natural, multicultural toys for creativity and coordination
- Fitness and fresh air, every day
Multicultural & bilingual
Mutual respect, curiosity and empathy from an early age. We speak mainly English and German, and Spanish or Portuguese when a child needs it to feel at home.
- Ideal for international and local families
- Language grows naturally through play
Safety, in every sense
A safe, green location and spaces designed for well-being. Our founder leads workshops for schools and childcare centres on emotional, physical, social and psychological safety.
- Spacious, creative, child-proof environment
- Clear boundaries, taught with kindness
The founder
“Children learn that their voice matters, their ideas are valuable, and they are worthy just as they are.”
Tulasi Ilen AeschlimannChildhood education expert · Parenting, kids & teens empowerment coach
19+years supporting families, educators & principals
2×awards for the Mindful Tree method
4languages spoken with children
Teaching, management and leadership studies, two decades of practice in Switzerland, and one idea: mindfulness, growth mindset and real-life skills belong together.
Parents' Corner
Honest answers for real days.
Shyness, tantrums, screens, bilingual kids, Kita and school in Zurich. Practical guidance from our team, with one small thing to try tonight.
Confidence & shynessFind us
In the heart of Zurich, next to a playground.
Tap the pins to explore the neighbourhood around our Kids' Center at Kreuzplatz.
Our Kids' Center147 m² of bright, calm rooms in a new building, designed for play and focus.- Kreuzplatz, 8032 ZürichA lively square in Zurich 7, close to the old town and the lake.
Easy to reachFive minutes on foot from Stadelhofen station, with trams right at the square.- Playground next doorOne of Zurich's nicest playgrounds is right beside us.
- A garden to play safelyGreen space for outdoor games, planting and fresh air.
The city is our classroomLake, old town and museums: our Saturday tours start on the doorstep.
Questions parents ask us
Good to know
Where exactly are you?
At Kreuzplatz, 8032 Zürich, just a five-minute walk from Stadelhofen station, right next to one of Zurich's nicest playgrounds and a garden where children can play safely.
What does the Kids' Center look like?
147 m² in a new building: beautiful, welcoming rooms that create a relaxing and inspiring space for children.
Which languages do you speak?
The programme is bilingual, German and English. When a child needs it, we also support Spanish and Portuguese.
Do you provide food?
Yes. Every child gets varied, healthy snacks (Znüni or Zvieri), and children who stay longer than half a day have a healthy, mostly organic lunch.
What do children do every day?
Mindfulness activities, creative work, language and homework support, educational trips, nature experiences and much more, all based on our award-winning concept.
What kind of toys do you use?
High-quality, eco-friendly materials, mostly wood and other natural materials, that nurture thinking skills, creativity and well-being.
Is this just babysitting?
Not at all. Every hour follows our award-winning concept: mindfulness, growth mindset, co-creation, academic tools and guided play. Children go home more confident, focused and kind, and parents get the same language to use at home. Have a look at a typical Saturday above, or come for a tour.
When does the Saturday Club run?
Twice a month on Saturdays, 10:00 to 15:00, for children aged 4 to 12, never during school holidays.
Plant the first seed
Come and see where it grows.
Book a trial Saturday, a tour of the Kids' Center or a free guidance call. We'll get back to you within one working day.
+41 76 328 75 33
info@mindfultreeeducation.com
Thank you, your seed is planted!
We'll be in touch within one working day.