
What parents and alumni say
Nothing conveys a realistic picture of our school as clearly as the varied experiences of other families or former students. Hear first-hand what parents and alumni say about their time at our school — authentic and personal.
In five interviews we asked parents and alumni how they experience — and have experienced — our school. What makes our school what it is? What sets it apart from others? Which experiences left a lasting mark? The answers are honest, varied and sometimes surprising. Share in their personal impressions and discover what truly defines our community!
Experiences from parents

«From day one, we felt that our child is truly seen and taken seriously here.»
Beatrice Gallin
Mother of former students
«Since our son started here, he gets up voluntarily in the morning — he can't wait to go.»
The Meier Family
Parents of a lower-school pupil
«We value the open communication and close exchange with the teachers.»
The Keller Family
Parents of a middle-school pupil
«My child learns not just knowledge but to apply it creatively — decisive in an AI world.»
The Huber Family
Father of a middle-school pupil
«Our daughter passed the Gymnasium entrance exam on her first attempt — and goes to Gymnasium with real joy of learning.»
The Schmid Family
Parents of a former student
Experiences from alumni

«Rietberg Montessori School taught me to think independently and take responsibility.»
Laura M.
Medical student
«Here I learned to stay curious and follow my own path.»
David K.
Computer scientist
«The self-organisation I learned at Rietberg helps me every single day at university.»
Sophie R.
Gymnasium student
«I'm grateful for the sense of security and the trust I experienced here.»
Marco T.
Apprentice
«The freedom to choose my own projects showed me what truly interests me.»
Anna B.
Architecture student