Dual Study Programme in Childhood Education (B.A.) - Kita St. Leonhard International

Start your future in the field of childhood education together with the KiTa St. Leonhard International and the IU International College (IU). In dual studies, you combine practical work in the company with courses on two days a week on campus. Interactive teaching materials help you to deepen your knowledge.

KiTa St. Leonhard International offers a place of life for 105 children. Two crib groups host 15 children aged 6 months to 3 years. The focus is on German and international families, with a bilingualism (German – English) important in education from the outset. The languages are not taught but lived. In each group there are two pedagogical professionals who speak exclusively English or German in everyday life with children, complemented by strong mimics and gestures.

Become part of our team and start with us on October 1, 2026.

At the practical partner - KiTa St. Leonhard International: You don't have to pay tuition fees – we take care of this from KiTa St. Leonhard International for you! You have flexible working hours You work with motivated and competent colleagues: You have development and training opportunities You can participate in our team events At the IU - Campus Braunschweig: A state-approved study, with practical content and the degree Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Your study advice, study guides and teachers support you at any time and you learn in small groups You have the option to apply for BAföG Ideal career prospects await you through practical teaching You benefit from attractive discounts at UNiDAYS, Spotify, 25hours hotels and other IU partners

You support the care and promotion of children from 0–6 years You shape and guide game, learning and education You test and document development processes of individual children You promote social skills such as conflict resolution and group behavior You accompany children in everyday life during free play, meals, sleep times and care

Start your studies at the IU with (special) abitur, a qualified professional degree or as a national. Technicians:in/operator:in You can prove German skills according to language level B2 You are an open person and are empathic and like to go to others Your strengths are organizing talent and team skills You like to work with children aged 6 months to 3 years Career prospects: If you have successfully passed the final exam, you have the opportunity to take over with numerous possibilities for development