About us
Only those who are enthusiastic can inspire others.
We work professionally as well as with our hearts and understanding. These qualities and an educational approach to childcare make our team outstanding. It’s our special know-how and enthusiasm for a longterm and valuable pedagogical work in cooperation with the kids and parents that distinguish our company. A respectful and professional collaboration within the team as well as with the parents/guardians is possible through further training, team building and quality management spread over the whole year. The future team will be made of two groups. The children will be cared for by two qualified childcare employees, and apprentice or trainee per group.
team
Sandra Mannhart
Founder / daycare manager / Vocational trainer / Examination expert Canton of Zurich
Sandra Mannhart is a qualified childcare specialist with extended experience in the field of childcare. Sandra completed the Management in NPO course. To be able to be a small part of a child life is something she greatly appreciates. To accompany a child’s first steps in life and to support and encourage a child in their development is something Sandra is passionate about. It is very important for her, that your child is feeling accepted with us and live and develop in its childhood. Sandra became a mother of two wonderful children (2018 & 2021), enjoys every moment and is happy to connect family and work.
Oliver Both
Co-founder / Administration
Oliver Both is a trained merchandiser with a bachelor degree of Science ZFH in Business Administration with Major in Banking & Finance and worked as a Junior Client Advisor at Rothschild Bank in Zurich. During several years as a team leader of ‚Jungwacht-Blauring’ he gained leadership experience and shared exciting and valueable moments with kids of every age. A respectful and professional handling between the kids, the employees and the parents is essential for him, whereby he supports Sandra in individual leadership and administrative tasks. Oliver became a father of two wonderful children (2018 & 2021), enjoys every moment and is happy to connect family and work.
Jordan
Groupleader Crabs, qualified childcare specialist, vocational training manager & deputy daycare manager
Jordan has successfully completed her training as a childcare specialist in the summer of 2019. Through her training position she brings a lot of experience in Montessori education and is now looking forward to apply this experience in her work with Lake Side Kids. To accept new challenges is Jordan’s challenge and has a very motivating effect on her. She appreciates the opportunity to carry out activities with the children and to support and encourage them individually in their daily care.
Hani
Qualified childcare specialist Crabs & Turtles
Hani successfully completed his training as a childcare professional and is passionate about creating a safe, caring and respectful environment in which children feel comfortable and can develop their individual personalities. He enjoys planning and supporting creative, age-appropriate activities based on the children’s interests and needs. Building open, respectful and trusting relationships with families is also very important to him.
Sandro
Apprenticeship summer 2025 – 2027 Crabs
After completing his apprenticeship as a retail specialist (EFZ) in the summer of 2016, Sandro is now excited to begin his shortened training as a childcare specialist with us at the Kita, following his internship year.
Arjana
Apprenticeship summer 2026 – 2029 Crabs
Arjana loves singing and baking, and she enjoys sharing these passions with the children during fun and engaging activities. She also likes playing football and bringing movement and joy into the group. During her internship, she is excited to build up her knowledge and prepare for her three-year apprenticeship with us.
Jessica
Groupleader Flamingos and qualified childcare specialist
Jessica successfully completed her three-year training as a childcare specialist, including a pre-apprenticeship, in the summer of 2023 and is now supporting two groups in her important role as a jumper. Working with the children motivates her every day and shows her again and again how colorful, creative and open they make our time together.
Luana
Apprenticeship summer 2024 – 2027 Flamingos
After Luana graduates from secondary school in summer 2023, she is now looking forward to her internship year and then completing her training as a childcare specialist with us.
Fay
Apprenticeship summer 2025 – 2028 Flamingos
Fay is looking forward to gaining her first experience in a daycare in order to be optimally prepared for her three-year training as a childcare specialist from summer 2025. She loves to sing, so that the children can feel this passion during their everyday life in the singing circle and discover the joy of music.
Blinera
Intern, Apprenticeship starting summer 2027 Flamingos & Turtles
Blinera completed her compulsory schooling in summer 2026 and is excited to gain her first professional experience at Lake Side Kids. She is a curious, positive and creative person who enjoys discovering and learning new things. She especially looks forward to getting to know each child and sharing moments of laughter, learning and creativity.
Alexandra
Groupleader Turtles and qualified childcare specialist
Monica successfully completed her training in the summer of 2014 and has already been able to gain a lot of valuable experience as a group leader. What she likes most about her work is the spontaneity of the children and that she can observe small progress in the development of her group of children every day. She attaches great importance to the different needs of the children and responds to them individually.
Denise
Apprenticeship summer 2024 – 2027 Turtles
Denise has already completed a internship in a daycare and is looking forward to gaining more experience in the coming year in order to be optimally prepared for her training as a childcare specialist in the summer of 2024. She enjoys singing with the children, is creative and likes to spend time with the children outdoors in nature.
Noah
Apprenticeship summer 2025 – 2028 Turtles
Noah is empathetic and sporty, and he looks forward to sharing these strengths with the children. With his calm and caring nature, he enjoys supporting the little ones in their daily adventures and encouraging them to stay active and curious.
Piratheepa
Apprenticeship summer 2026 – 2029 Turtles
Piratheepa is creative and loves music and dancing, which she enjoys bringing into the children’s everyday life through playful activities. Before joining us, she worked as a mathematics teacher in Sri Lanka. She also loves spending time outdoors with the children, discovering nature together and inspiring their sense of wonder.
Chelsea
roupleader Hippos, qualified childcare specialist
Chelsea completed her qualification as a childcare professional in summer 2011 and brings several years of experience as a group leader and nanny. With her team-oriented and flexible nature, she supports the children with warmth and care throughout their development and enjoys getting to know each child’s individual personality. She also loves bringing her creative and musical side into everyday life at the daycare.
Alba
Qualified childcare specialist Hippos & Flamingos
Alba successfully completed her training as a childcare professional and is excited to bring her knowledge and strengths to the Lake Side Kids team. With her warm and attentive nature, she supports the children in their everyday experiences, encouraging them to explore, build confidence and feel comfortable within the group.
Serena
Intern, Apprenticeship starting summer 2027 Hippos
Serena completed her compulsory schooling in summer 2026 and is excited to gain her first professional experience at Lake Side Kids. With her warm, patient and creative nature, she looks forward to supporting the children in their development, building new relationships and sharing moments of laughter, play and learning.
Marisa
Apprenticeship summer 2024 – 2027 Hippos
Marisa was already able to gain her first experience as a childcare assistant during her year as a trainee from summer 2023 and is now looking forward to completing her training as a childcare specialist at our daycare since summer 2024. Marisa is fascinated by books, so the children at the daycare also benefit from this passion and can listen to many stories from picture books. Marisa also enjoys being creative and likes to do handicrafts.
Room cleaner
To ensure the cleanliness of our daycare center, we work with a professional cleaning company. They regularly clean all rooms according to the specific requirements of a daycare center and ensure that they remain hygienic and well-maintained.
