DAI/OWLS English Speaking Playgroup in Heidelberg, Germany

What is the name of this Organization/Club?

DAI/OWLS English Speaking Playgroup

In what city is your organization based?

Heidelberg

Describe your group.

We are an English-speaking playgroup for children ages newborn to five located in the center of Heidelberg. The purpose of our playgroup is to provide social opportunities for English speaking children and parents.

What is unique about your organization?

Our organization is unique because we have a very relaxed and flexible structure and are made up of a very diverse group of women (no men yet). The children in our group have parents from all over the world, not just Americans and Germans.

What kind of activities does your group sponsor?

We currently have one session that meets Thursday afternoons but we're expanding soon! We generally do songs, story time, and other creative activities.

How often does your group meet?

Currently once a week but we're expanding soon.

Is there a membership fee?

First session is free. After that, it's 15 Euros per month for one child and half for each additional child

Approximately how many members does this organization have?

Currently we have approximately 30 children

Is this organization specific to nationality? If yes, which nationality/ies. If no, what nationalities are represented in the membership?

American, British, German, Bosnian, Ecuadorian, Argentinian, Nigerian, and many others.

What language(s) do member speak?

Primarily English but also German, Spanish, and many, many others

What is the age range of the people in your group?

Children: newborn - 5, Parents: 25-45

What is the name of the person new members should contact?

Aubrei Krummert

E-mail Address:

[email protected]

Telephone Number:

(+49) 06224 769 3073/ (+49) 0170 279 2136

Street Address:

German-American Institute Heidelberg (dai)

Street Address 2:

Sofienstrasse 12

City:

Heidelberg

State/Province:

BW

Zip/Postal Code:

69115

Web site address (please include http://):

Website coming soon!