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Geneva 1P without secrets
1P aka 1 primaire, or else 1st grade. /scroll down for the back-to-school vocab cheat sheet for parents/ Your child enters Geneva public school this year in 1P? Parentville's got you covered. Just remember: as everything in Switzerland depends on the canton, the...
Winter warm up places in the Geneva region
Tired of the cold nasty bise, grey skies, and winter jackets? There are places in and around Geneva where you can enjoy the warmth and forget about the nasty icy winds! HOT POOLS: Bains de Cressy - the swimming pool of the cantonal hospital (HUG). It's a nice indoor...
The best summer camps in Geneva, 2024
Discover a fantastic selection of high-quality summer camps in Geneva! Whether you're looking for camps in English or French, there's something for everyone—from toddlers and older kids to teenagers. These camps offer a variety of activities, including sports,...
Easter PARTY Extravaganza for kids in Geneva
Save the date! On March 28th, at 16:30 Just Bloom is throwing the most entertaining Easter party for kids Geneva has ever seen. It will be a 2 hours long Easter party extravaganza with egg hunts, workshops, entertainers, make-up, and a paper confetti disco! Not to...
Family Spring Break 2024 in Geneva
Geneva's schools will close for two weeks. If you're staying in Geneva during that time, this article is for you. It is filled with fun events and propositions of places to visit. If you prefer Easter-themed fun, there's plenty in this article. PS: there's also always...
Easter Fun for kids in geneva 2024
Spring break and Easter holidays are here! If you're planning to be in Geneva around that time, rest assured there will be plenty of things to do and see in the region! This list below is all about Easter activities. The spring break propositions (without eggs or...
Diving Into the World of Aquababies – new in geneva
A new wave in children's swimming education is making a splash in Geneva (and Aubonne)! Let's welcome Aquababies! Innovative children's swim lessons for families seeking a blend of safety, fun, and tailored learning for their little ones. Founded in 1990 by the...
Intersoccer – bilingual camps for everyone
Whether your child is into soccer or not, this article is for you. Because Intersoccer is not about professional football and raising the next Ronaldo (well, not primarily). Soccer is more than just a sport – it's a teacher of life skills. Intersoccer emphasizes the...
Christmas in Geneva – Family Fun, 2023
December, here we come! Here's a list of fun Christmas-y things to do with your family in the region. It will be impossible to do everything, so plan wisely. Many of these events and places are open yearly, so don't worry if you miss out this time. You can always do...
Letters to Santa the Swiss way
Who wouldn't want to receive an answer to their letters to Santa? Every year thousands of children on both hemispheres write letters of wishes to Santa in hope, not only to get the gifts but also to hear back from the old man. Then, the parents already busy by...
L’Escalade for beginners
In this article, you'll learn why in Geneva, it is more important to have a costume ready in December than in October, why you can expect people to knock on your door and sing in a strange language, and how a chocolate cauldron is connected to the most important...
GENEVA DAYCARES IN DANGER
"Geneva Daycares in Danger" is based on a conversation with Kristina Babina (founder of the TotUp Creche chain) and an email exchange with Mme Sophie Demaurex (member of Geneva’s Grand Conseil, from the Partie Socialiste).We all know how hard it is to get a place in...