About Sprouts

A warm, child-centered international kindergarten in Bangkok

OUR STORY

Jonas Koblin founded Sprouts in 2018 for his own three children. Born and educated in Munich, he built Sprouts International Kindergarten to bring the German educational model to Bangkok. He is also the creator of Sprouts Schools—a popular YouTube project that brings animated video lessons into classrooms worldwide—and the co-founder of the Mali Pregnancy & Parenting app. In 2024, he was invited to publish the Unschoolers’ Educational Dictionary, a book on alternative education, and won the Tromsø Educational Film Fest Award for his video on the Attachments Theory. He leads with the belief that the first five years lay the foundation for a lifetime, and that kindergarten should inspire children to explore their curiosity, learn by doing, and develop trust in their own abilities—so they begin primary school with curiosity and confidence.

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OUR FACILITIES

Our center is intentionally small—filled with warmth, laughter, and meaningful learning experiences. Children explore two floors of bright, airy classrooms designed with natural wooden elements and calming colors.

our classroom playlist

Songs we love to sing, move to, and enjoy together throughout the day.

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our classroom playlist

Songs we love to sing, move to, and enjoy together throughout the day.

listen to the full playlist

OUR FOOD

With over 40 rotating recipes and allergy-sensitive options, we ensure every child receives nurturing meals. Children can choose between cow’s milk and almond milk, and once a week they create their own pizzas—an activity they absolutely love.

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Healthy & Fresh

Fresh, balanced meals prepared daily in our in-house kitchen.

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Mostly Organic & Plant-Based

An organic, plant-based menu with weekly salmon. Vegetarian alternatives available.

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Community Mealtimes

Children explore new foods together, building independence, confidence, and social skills.

Here is a sample menu for one week:

MON

MORNING

Fresh Fruits

Cow’s Milk / Almond Milk

LUNCH

Pasta with Homemade Tomato Sauce

Olive oil, Tomato, Carrot, Garlic, Lentils and Onion mixed with Penne

AFTERNOON

Fresh Fruits

Cow’s Milk / Almond Milk

TUE

MORNING

Fresh Fruits

Cow’s Milk / Almond Milk

LUNCH

Pumpkin with Rice and Omelette

Pan Fried Pumpkin with Organic Rice and Omelette + Soup in a Cup

AFTERNOON

Fresh Fruits

Cow’s Milk / Almond Milk

WED

MORNING

Fresh Fruits

Cow’s Milk / Almond Milk

LUNCH

Udon Noodle Soup

Japanese-style Udon Soup with Carrots, Soft Tofu, Mushroom and Bok Choy

AFTERNOON

Fresh Fruits

Cow’s Milk / Almond Milk

THU

MORNING

Fresh Fruits

Cow’s Milk / Almond Milk

LUNCH

Salmon Fried Rice

Pan Fried Rice with Green Peas, Carrots, Tomatoes and Salmon + Soup in a Cup with Soft Tofu

AFTERNOON

Fresh Fruits

Cow’s Milk / Almond Milk

FRI

MORNING

Fresh Fruits

Cow’s Milk / Almond Milk

LUNCH

Homemade Pizza

Homestyle pizza with veggie toppings done by the KIDS!

AFTERNOON

Fresh Fruits

Cow’s Milk / Almond Milk

What Parents Say

At Sprouts, families are at the heart of everything we do. Here’s what parents share about their children’s growth, happiness, and learning journey with us.