Raised in Lindenthal – a place to grow and feel good
The story of rainbowtrekkers began here – right in Lindenthal, on Dürener Straße.
In our main house, children find a place where they can grow, explore, and discover the world. Hidden in the green inner courtyard, opposite the city forest, they experience both security and diversity – accompanied by a team that shapes each day anew with heart and experience.
Our kindergarten in Lindenthal
Are you looking for a loving place for your child in the middle of the city – with space to play, discover, and grow?
Our daycare center in Lindenthal combines the best of two worlds: urban daily life with a feeling of closeness and nature.
We value a calm, mindful atmosphere where children find security and at the same time the freedom to go their own way. Fixed routines provide orientation, open ears and hearts create trust.
Thus, every day becomes a small adventure that begins with reliability and ends with new discoveries.
Large Outdoor Area – in the middle of the city
Almost 1,000 square meters of garden with trees, beds, and climbing frames invite daily for playing, exploring, and relaxing. Here, digging, planting, and harvesting take place – often together with parents.
Small Facility with a Family-like Character
With two groups and around 30 children, our kita is manageable and personal. Every child is individually perceived and experiences a familiar, warm community.
Parents' Café & Family Center
Right in the entrance area, our Parents’ Café invites you to arrive, exchange ideas, and network. It is part of our Family Center, which creates offers for the whole family – from parents’ cafés to weekend activities.
Take a look!
Discover our rooms in an interactive 360° tour! Get a first impression of our daycare center and our individual group rooms – almost as if you were already there.
Eingang & Garderobe
Flur 1
Leitungsbüro
Mitmachküche
Gruppe Elementar
Sanitärbereich
Flur 4
Vorschule
Differenzierung
Bewegung
Außenbereich
Musik
Flur Bungalow
Schlafen U3
Gruppe U3
WC Kinder
Wickeln
Garteneingang
Abstellbereich für Kinderwagen
More impressions of our daycare center in Cologne-Lindenthal
What Parents Say About Us
Children have opportunities for participation because everything is tailored to them and their needs.
Feedback from the Lindenthal Parent Survey 2025
Through many cultures, our children get to know everything.
Feedback from the Lindenthal Parent Survey 2025
Involvement is a top priority!
Feedback from the Lindenthal Parent Survey 2025
It has been a fantastic 4 years. Thank you, Rainbowtrekkers, for everything you have done for our child! You helped him grow into this wonderful, social little guy who is now starting school. Keep up the great work.
Parent Survey Feedback Lindenthal 2024
We feel welcome and included from day one. We greatly appreciate the open communication, participation, and integration.
Parent Survey Feedback Lindenthal 2024
It was an amazing 4-year-experience. Thank u rainbowtrekkers for everything u did for our child! U helped him grow into this amazing, social little guy that will now go to school. Keep up the good work.
Feedback from parent survey Lindenthal 2024
A Day at rainbowtrekkers in Lindenthal
A clear daily rhythm gives children security and creates space for all the small and big discoveries of everyday life. For a successful start to the day together, we ask all parents to bring their children to the daycare center by 9:30 AM – then the morning circle can begin undisturbed.
| Time | Schedule |
|---|---|
| 08:00 | Daycare Center Opens |
| 08:00 – 09:30 | Breakfast & Drop-off Time |
| 09:30 – 10:00 | Morning Circle |
| 10:00 – 11:30 | Free Play / Activities / Walk / Garden Time |
| 11:30 – 13:00 | Lunch |
| 13:00 – 15:00 | Quiet Time / Nap Time |
| 15:00 – 15:30 | Snack |
| 15:30 – 17:00 | Free Play / Activities / Garden Time |
| 17:00 | Daycare Center Closes |
"A good start begins with trust. We look forward to getting to know you and your child – and taking the first step together into a colorful kindergarten time."
A good start – with a place at rainbowtrekkers
This is how you register your child with rainbowtrekkers – simply, transparently, and personally.
A daycare spot is more than just childcare – it’s the beginning of a shared journey. To ensure a smooth start for you and your child, we guide the entire registration process transparently and personally. Would you like to register your child at rainbowtrekkers? Simply use our digital form and send us your placement request directly online.
Costs & Contributions
At rainbowtrekkers, we place great importance on transparency – also regarding costs. The care for your child is largely
Parent Contributions to the City of Cologne
The amount of parent contributions is determined by the Youth Welfare Office of your place of residence. It depends on your income and the number of children in your family. For families residing in Cologne, the Youth Welfare Office of the City of Cologne is responsible; outside Cologne, it’s the respective local Youth Welfare Office. You will receive the notification about the contribution amount directly from them.
Support association "Early Education in the Kita e.V."
Our daycare centers are only partially publicly funded. Government funds alone are not sufficient to secure our quality level in the long term. Our budget is legally defined and is composed as follows: 92.2% public funding + 7.8% own contribution (support association, donations). Therefore, we ask all parents to become members of the support association “Early Childhood Education in Daycare e.V.”.
Your advantages:
- Your contribution flows 100% directly into your child’s daycare center.
- You support fair working conditions, good equipment, and special projects.
Monthly Support Contributions:
- €25 for families receiving basic social security benefits (SGB II)
- €195 regular
- From an annual income of €100,000: freely selectable, minimum €195
Meal allowance
For your child’s meals, we charge a monthly meal fee of €75. Families with low income can apply for a reduction to €1 per lunch through the Education and Participation Package.
Why your support is so important
Rainbowtrekkers is a non-profit, independent organization – no corporation, no church. We finance our work exclusively through public grants and your contributions. Unlike large welfare associations, we have no additional sources of income such as church tax or foundation funds.
With your support, you help us continue to do what is dear to our hearts: to offer children a loving, safe, and inspiring place to grow.
Tiffany Garcia
Head of rainbowtrekkers Lindenthal
- lindenthal[at]rainbowtrekkers.de
- +49-221 466 830 10
- Dürener Straße 394 | 50935 Cologne, Germany
I am Tiffany Garcia and have been leading our kindergarten in Lindenthal since March 2023. I originally come from California and have been living in Germany since 2016. Even then, I had the opportunity to be involved in setting up our daycare center in Widdersdorf – later my path led me to Junkersdorf and finally here to Lindenthal.
I have been working in the education sector for over 20 years and hold a Master’s degree in Early Childhood with a focus on early childhood special education. It excites me to accompany children in their development – to see them grow, learn, and discover the world with open eyes.
In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching movies, dancing, and cooking – and I love good food. I look forward to getting to know you and your child!
Questions about registration? Find answers here.
In our FAQ, we have summarized the most important points regarding registration, placement, and getting started.
How can my child become a rainbowtrekker?
If you would like to submit a placement request, please use our placement request form.
Are there currently any places available?
When are places expected to become available again?
That depends on several factors – for example, when you wish for childcare to begin and how a group is composed at that time.
With some advance planning and flexibility, you have better chances.
Can I visit the Kita beforehand?
We do not offer group tours during regular opening hours to avoid disturbing the daycare routine. As soon as we can offer a suitable place for your child, we will gladly invite you for a personal meeting and a visit.
Why doesn't rainbowtrekkers respond directly to all inquiries?
What happens to my inquiry?
When will I get to know the Kita personally?
What costs are involved for a childcare place?
You pay meal fees directly to rainbowtrekkers as well as an income-dependent parent contribution to the City of Cologne. We also ask you to join our support association so that we can cover the ongoing operating costs. Further details on fees & contributions can be found here.
What admission criteria apply at rainbowtrekkers?
Since demand is often higher than available capacity, we decide according to the following criteria (in descending order of importance):
- Siblings already attend the facility
- Age appropriateness for the desired group
- Balanced gender distribution
- Alignment with our values and concepts
- Contribution to the social or cultural diversity of the group
- Families without an existing support network or new arrivals to the city
Children from neighboring cities or families from outside can also apply – you do not necessarily have to live in Cologne.
What about "LittleBird"?
We do not participate in the Little-Bird procedure, but allocate our places directly via our placement request form. If you send us a placement request, you can also send five additional placement requests to daycare centers of other providers via “LittleBird” if desired.