Kindergarten
About the facility
The Kindergarten was established on September 1, 2018, as a company facility of Fabryka Mebli “FORTE” S.A. Currently, it also accepts children from outside. It provides 25 places in the nursery and 130 places in the kindergarten. A total of 155 places.
We pride ourselves on being an extraordinary, modern kindergarten and nursery. What sets us apart is our bilingualism – children interact with English throughout their stay, yielding rapid results. The facility employs young, energetic staff. There is an extremely friendly, family atmosphere here. We have a vast range of extracurricular activities. Children are under the care of a psychologist and a speech therapist. As part of the tuition fee, the facility provides trips, extracurricular activities, educational aids and all hygiene products. We organize additional attractions for children: theatre performances, music broadcasts, and cooking classes; we invite exciting guests. We run projects that bring children closer to the culture of other countries and allow them to use the English language in practice.
The building of the Kindergarten and nursery is very impressive. It has 1000m2 and can accommodate up to 155 children. We have 1 nursery room and 4 kindergarten rooms. Inside the building, there is a playroom equipped with sensory paths, swings, and ladders and it is an excellent alternative to a playground in winter. What distinguishes us is that each room has an exit to the patio, so in summer, children can stay outside almost all day. The classrooms are equipped with certified, age-appropriate toys and teaching aids. We have three interactive whiteboards, where children have classes from the youngest group.
The facility uses the services of a catering company. The meals are balanced and healthy. Children’s nutrition is based on the principles of macrobiotics.
Extracurricular activities:
- Nursery: gymnastics, rhythmics, ‘glotto’music for children, art classes, Spanish
- Kindergarten: gymnastics, ball, dance, ju-jitsu, eurhythmics, lego (5 and 6-year-olds), chess (5 and 6-year-olds).
Let’s get to know each other!
Monika Ciak — Headmaster
Master of Early School Education with Speech Therapy, finished postgraduate studies in the field od Methodology of the English Language and Education Managment. I have 6 years experience of working with children- as an educator and English teacher. From 2018 the Director of the Kindergarten in Suwałki. Privately, a mother of two wonderfull boys. In my free time I like reading and watching a good movie.
Wanda
I graduated from BA studies in English Philology and postgraduate MA studies in Special Pedagogy in the field of Integrative and Inclusive Education. Privately- mother of two wonderful daughters. I like music, singing, drawing, having fun. I am a member of the choir in which we develop our love for music with my friends, because, as Plato said: “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.”
Aleksandra
I am a creative person. I completed a nursery caregiver course. I am currently studying early school and preschool pedagogy as well as special education — oligophrenopedagogy. Since I was a child, I developed my passion at music school, learning to play the flute and piano, and finally, after twelve years of study, I obtained a music diploma. My dream: to discover something extraordinary every day in the fullness of happiness that multiplies when shared.
Justyna
I am a creative person, open to new challenges. I really like working with children. I am interested in music and cinema.
Ilona
I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in physiotherapy and completed a lot of pediatric rehabilitation trainings. I’ve been workings as physiotherapist for many years. I am currently during my master’s degree in preschool and early childhood education and sensory integration. I have been teaching gymnastics at KIDS&Co. preschool for several years and recently I have also been working as a teacher's helper. I have always enjoyed working with children. It brings me a lot of joy. I am a mother of three children. In my free time I like spending time outdoors, I enjoy walking and relaxing in the garden.
Ewelina
I’ve completed master’s degree in Russian philology, translations specialization at University in Silesia in Katowice and postgraduate studies in pedagogical preparation for the teaching profession at School of Education in Warsaw. In my spare time I enjoy reading books, bullet journaling, watching tv series. I’m also interested in photography.
Angelika
I graduated in English studies at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn. After studies I moved to Spain where I worked with children from all over Europe for 5 years. After returning to Poland, I use the knowledge acquired abroad and I teach Spanish. I am certified to teach children using the Colorín Colorado method. My greatest passions are Latin American dances and sports, that’s why in my private life I am a licensed ZUMBA® Fitness instructor.
Katarzyna
I graduated from BA studies in English Philology and MA in American Studies. I worked as an English teacher for my professional qualification but now I fulfill myself as a preschool teacher. Privately, I am a mother of a wonderful son and a huge fan of criminal series. In my free time I enjoy listening to podcasts and reading books.
Monika
I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in English — Russian Philology and Master’s degree in English Philology. I’m interested in drawing, cooking and healthy food.
Emilia
My name is Emilia and I’m a student of early school and preschool pedagogy. I have appropriate qualifications to care for children up to 3 years old. On daily basis I'm a positive person, full of energy, that I try to transfer to my work with children. I love my job because children’s smiles always make me happy.
Yevheniia
Hi! I’m from Ukraine and I adore working with children! I have a master’s degree in psychology with a minor as an English teacher from the National Pedagogical University in Hluchov. In my free time I enjoy traveling, reading books and learning something new. As Józef Czechowicz once wrote: “Whoever reads lives many times...”.
Daria
A graduate of the State Higher Vocational School in Suwałki at the Faculty of Humanities and Economics, specializing in early childhood education with pre-school education, and master’s studies in internal security. A teacher with passion. I have been working in my profession for 5 years and I feel that I am doing what I like. Working with children gives me a lot of satisfaction. Privately, I am the mother of a wonderful 4-year-old who is my motivation and inspiration to act.
Dorota
I started my several years work experience with children in a British Primary School at Great Britain, where I lived for over 15 years. In Poland, I completed a Nursery Caregiver course and a Theater Therapy course. I am currently studying Preschool and Early School Years Education. I am a creative person, with a head full of ideas and open to further development. Working with children gives me a lot of joy and satisfaction. In private life, I am a mother of four children.
Jolanta
I am a graduate of undergraduate and graduate studies in the following fields: Integrated teaching with pre-school education and care and educational pedagogy. I started my adventure with children as an animator at the Children’s University of PWSZ in Suwałki during my studies. Working with children brings me great joy, especially because every day brings many pleasant surprises. It gives me great satisfaction to see how their characters and acquired skills are shaped, going from toddler to old toddler. I always try to see the world from the perspective of a “little” person. Privately, my second love is giving a second life to things seemingly written off.
Joanna
I have completed my master’s degree in preschool and early childhood education. I have been working at Yellow Elephant Preschool since 2019 and have been the Deputy Director since 2022. Working with children brings me fulfilment. I have recently become passionate about playing Ricochet. I enjoy a good book and action movies.
Edyta
A graduate of the University of Białystok at the Faculty of Pedagogy. Completed postgraduate studies in Elementary Education. Interests: an interesting adventure novels, sport and music.
Angelika
I graduated from MA studies in Childcare Education on Humanities and economies department at State Vocational College in Suwałki. I finished postgraduate course of an Early School Education at Private Pedagogy College in Białystok and also Speech Therapy at Higher school of Healthy in Bydgoszcz. In my free time I play volleyball and dance but singing is my real passion.
Klaudia
I graduated from the University of Bialystok and postgraduate studies in Early Foreign Language Teaching. By profession I’m a teacher of preschool and early childhood education and an English teacher in elementary education. I’m interested in interior design and music.
Joanna
I completed MA studies in preschool education and BA studies in the field of early support for child development with a pedagogical therapy module. Working with children brings me a lot of joy and satisfaction and motivates me to continue my professional education. My interests are: developmental and educational psychology of a child. Privately, I am the mother of a wonderful son. In my free time I draw, read books and watch TV series.
Edyta
I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in preschool and early school pedagogy. I like my profession, which gives me a lot of satisfaction and requires a creative attitude and searching for new solutions. Privately I am the mother of a wonderful daughter. In my free time I like reading books and spending active time with my loved ones.