Operating for over 45 years in more than 40 countries, Gymboree Play & Music is a
globally pioneering brand in early childhood education.


With the belief that “Play is the most powerful tool for learning.” Gymboree continues
to shape the ways children explore, imagine, and learn about the world.

Gymboree Ataşehir brings this global legacy together with research-based teaching methods,
a joyful approach to play, and the science of child development—connecting families in Istanbul Ataşehir
with an inspiring learning experience.


Our goal is to raise confident, caring, and curious individuals who are ready to explore the world with
trust, love, and a passion for learning.

An International and Multicultural Learning Environment

At Gymboree Ataşehir, our educational programs are delivered with an English-based
approach and offer a multicultural learning environment.


In our center, where families from different cultures come together, respect, cooperation, and a sense
of belonging are at the heart of everything we do. Every child feels safe and included.

Our Educational Model and Pedagogical Approach

The educational model implemented at Gymboree Ataşehir is built on:
Whole-Child Approach,
Gymboree’s Skill-Based Education Approach
and a combination of internationally recognized, observation-based developmental approaches.

Skill-Based Education Approach

All class content and classroom setups are designed not only to help children gain knowledge, but also to
support them in discovering how they learn. Our educational model is built around seven
core skills:

• Self-confidence

• Self-regulation

• Curiosity

• Communication

• Cooperation

• Relationship-building

• Intentionality

These skills are embraced as a natural part of all activities at Gymboree Ataşehir. At the end of each
learning cycle, families receive regular feedback about their children’s development.

A Holistic Daily Flow Focused on Whole-Child Development

Our daily programs move in a balanced rhythm between structured explorations, open-ended play, art, music,
movement, and nature experiences.


This structure supports children’s academic, emotional, physical, and social development in a
holistic way.

Our teachers closely follow each child’s developmental journey through observation, documentation, and
individualized tracking.

Orientation and a Safe Adaptation Process

At Gymboree Ataşehir, the orientation process is an adaptation journey that is planned
specifically for the child.


Each child progresses at their own pace; building a secure bond and feeling a sense of belonging at school
is our top priority.

Families can accompany the process in the first days, while teachers observe the child’s emotional cues
and introduce routines gradually.


With this approach, starting school becomes a calm, joyful, and trust-filled experience.

Our Programs

School Skills – Foundations for Learning and Self-Confidence (Ages 2–6)

This is Gymboree Ataşehir’s most comprehensive preschool preparation program.


The program supports early literacy, numeracy, attention, fine motor skills, and social-emotional development
in a well-balanced way.

The class flow includes:

• Gathering Time

• Language and phonics activities

• Math and thinking stations

• Discovery corners

• Free-choice centers

• Show & Share activities

The goal is for children to start school as happy, confident, and eager-to-learn individuals.

Play & Learn – Movement, Imagination, and Discovery

Play & Learn, Gymboree’s signature program, introduces children to new worlds through themes that are
refreshed every three weeks.


Motor, cognitive, and social development are supported through climbing, balancing, crawling, jumping,
and symbolic play.

Music – Discovering Through Rhythm and Melody

Children listen to musical styles from different cultures, explore instruments, and express music through movement.


The program strengthens language awareness, a sense of rhythm, and teamwork.

English Learning Lab – Interactive Language Learning

English is taught in a natural flow through stories, songs, role-play, and digital content.


Children learn the language by experiencing it—not by memorizing—and express themselves with confidence.

Play Lab – Science Through Play

Through experiments, observations, and exploration, children’s scientific thinking skills are supported.


The question “What do you think will happen?” is at the heart of this class.

Global Kids – Discovering Cultures

Different countries and cultures are explored through art, music, dance, and stories.


Empathy, cultural awareness, and a sense of global citizenship are developed.

Lego Lab – Explore, Plan, Build

With LEGO Education sets, children solve problems, plan, and collaborate.


STEM/STEAM concepts are experienced from an early age.

Fitness & Fun – Development Through Movement

A fun, active class that supports balance, coordination, flexibility, and body awareness.


Team spirit and self-confidence are at the center of this class.

Rotational Classroom System

At Gymboree Ataşehir, children rotate through different classrooms.


This system keeps attention alive, increases curiosity, and strengthens motivation to learn.

More Than a Preschool

Gymboree Ataşehir is not only an educational institution, but a learning community where children grow
with confidence, learn with curiosity, and are supported with love.

We prepare children not only for school, but for life:
with curiosity, love, and trust.