Located on Denmark’s western coast, Esbjerg uses its maritime heritage and natural landscape as the foundation of early childhood education. Kindergartens here prioritize outdoor, nature-based learning. Rain or shine, children venture outside—to beaches, forests, and dunes—to explore the living world. The proximity to the sea inspires curriculum themes around marine biology, weather systems, and environmental care. Preschoolers may collect shells, observe sea birds, or build shelters from driftwood. The city encourages a “friluftsliv” (open-air life) philosophy, where nature is not just a backdrop but an active teaching partner. Risk-taking, resilience, and sensory exploration are integral parts of learning. Teachers support inquiry-led education: instead of giving answers, they ask questions that prompt deeper discovery. Esbjerg’s children grow up confident in their bodies and curious about the natural world—a perfect blend of freedom, responsibility, and wonder.