Teachers with passion
Our staff is selected for their approach to children, teaching skills and teaching. The key in the selection of our full-time teachers and teachers of extracurricular activities is a passion for their profession, to work with children. We want children to be provided with excellent care by people who treat them as partners and in an individual way. To ensure the time spent in the pre-school is interesting and prepared in an attractive way.
Our teachers choose a proven curricula, and the selection of proven curriculum to the children entrusted to the care who are never bored with joy exceed the thresholds of our nursery every day.
Teachers take part in regular training in order to explore innovative ways of working with children and improve their methodological skills. All this so that the children entrusted to us in our care are provided with an attractive modern curriculum and joyfully enter our kindergarten every day.

Beata Chrzanowska-Płatek
pre-school director
Beata is a certified teacher with 23 years experience in teaching. She graduated with a specialization in education at the faculty of pedagogy at the University of Warsaw. She also completed postgraduate studies in “Politics and Education Management”.
Recognizing the need for change and looking for ways to achieve a modern model of kindergarten, she participated in the “Kindergarten during the change” organized by the Society for the Development of Children Activity “CHANCE”. Captured by Ms. Beata’s knowledge and experience it allowed her to incorporate as a co-author in the creation of “The Elephant lucky man in the world”, the aim of which was to prepare the child to be happy. Developed project, leading to transformations and changes in the kindergarten, has been incorporated into the educational activities by the institution.
Perfecting her abilities she has completed:
• “Three baby steps into the future”
• Working method research projects
• Mathematical Education of children in the preschool and early school
• Communication with parents of children in kindergarten
• How to communicate well with children and parents
• A six-year old starting primary school – school maturity and the child’s adaptation to school
• Diagnosis using SGS in preparing children at the age of 5 – years into study
• School for parents and educators – parenting skills workshops part I, II “Without Defeats”
• Working with a very talented child
• Stimulate creative thinking in children of preschool age, how to awaken the childs genius
• Motion movement – Method of creative development theme by animators “KLANZA”.
• Development of emotional intelligence in children – grade I
• Development of emotional intelligence in children – stage II
• Privately, the proud mother of a wise 5th-year student of Psychology. She loves listening to loud music and traveling by car to interesting places in Poland and Europe.

Ewa
Polish teacher
Ewa is a graduate of the Teacher Training Institute in Warsaw.
She graduated from the courses:
• In the field of language teaching and learning pre-integrated / license /
• “Zippy Friends” – supporting the child’s emotional development
• “Preparing six year old children to start school”
• “Activating methods and forms of work in classes with children”
• “Fairy tale therapy as a modern method of helping children in pre-school and earlier’
• “The Children mathmatics” -w / g E.Gruszczyk-Kolczyńska
• “Everything comes to life – children’s rights in light of the views of pedagogical Janusz Korczak”
• Development of emotional intelligence in children – stage I
• Development of emotional intelligence in children – stage II
• Good Start Method
Acquiring this knowledge and skills Ewa uses it in her daily work with the children in such a way as to encourage them to act and to be creative to explore the world.

Kasia
Polish teacher
Kasia completed her undergraduate degree in Warsaw University Faculty of Education Pedagogy with specialization in general pedagogy and care and education. Master of Education realizes the specialty of teaching in preschool education and early childhood education at the University of Warsaw.
Prior to joining Happy Kids’ Academy, Kasia gained her first professional experience working with children as a babysitter and as a volunteer in the Public Center of Adoption – Guardianship in Warsaw and the Society of Friends of Children in Focus Environmental and Education.
• Development of emotional intelligence in children – stage I
• Development of emotional intelligence in children – stage II

Natalia
special educator
Special educator, teacher co-organizing education.
According to the principle “without relationships, there is no education”, she bases her work on a cordial, accepting relationship with children based on mutual respect, individual approach and the strengths of her students.
Natalia graduated with a master’s degree in special education, specializing in preschool pedagogy, surdopedagogy with pedagogical therapy at the Academy of Special Education in Warsaw. He is also a certified hand and fine motor disorders therapist.
She gained experience in working with children with special educational needs through internships and volunteering in therapeutic kindergartens for children on the autism spectrum and centers for children with hearing impairments.
She develops knowledge about working with children by participating in various types of training regarding, among others: the specificity of autism (early diagnosis of autism, supporting the psychomotor development of a child with a suspected diagnosis of ASD, development of the child’s speech in the norm in relation to a child with a suspected diagnosis of ASD, motivation of children with autism, causes of aggression in children with autism), sensory integration (child with SI disorders in kindergarten and school, therapy of hand and fine motor disorders of the 1st and 2nd degree – diagnosis, therapy, massage), communication methods (NVC – non-violent communication).
Natalia is in Happy kids Academy since 2020.

Mfon
English teacher
My name is Mfonobong Obot. It may be a tongue twister for some, that’s why I go with Mfon, also pronounced as “HmmFUN”. I am a student at SGGW. I was born and raised in Nigeria. Ibibio is my mother tongue and its spoken by a minority in the Southern part of Nigeria. Even though Nigeria is a multilingual country, the official language is English.
I am here at Happy Kids’ Academy as an English Teacher. Coming from a multilingual background, I know what it means to learn a foreign language that’s why I try to explain to my students how to learn the language not memorize the phrases or grammar structure. My goal is to get my students to talk because communication is important. One can’t learn a language if they don’t use it.

Shilpi
English teacher
Embarking on a journey filled with laughter, learning, and boundless creativity, I am a fun-filled and loving postgraduate and specialized in pedagogy, with 5 years of enriching experience in preschool education. My passion lies in igniting young imaginations, fostering a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and understood. Through innovative teaching methods and a curriculum infused with joy and curiosity, I aim to cultivate a lifelong love for learning in my students.
My background in pedagogy enables me to tailor my approach to meet the diverse needs of each child, ensuring that the seeds of knowledge I plant grow into thriving skills and confident expressions. In our classroom, every day is an opportunity to explore, create, and dream big, making learning an adventure that we embark on together.
Andrea
Spanish teacher
¡Hola! My name is Andrea, and I’m a Spanish teacher. I love sharing my language and culture with our little learners through songs, stories, and playful activities. My goal is to make Spanish feel natural and enjoyable for the children — to spark their curiosity and boost their confidence. It brings me great joy to see their faces light up as they discover new words and start using them on their own!

Ola
Polish teacher
Ola is a patient, caring and persistent person who pursues her goals. In her work, she shows great empathy and understanding. She tries to make the children feel good in her environment, and thus want to take up the activities and games she proposes that affect their development.
Ola graduated from BA studies in the field of special education, specializing in rehabilitation pedagogy and inclusive education at the Academy of Special Education in Warsaw. Thanks to the knowledge gained there, she can adapt her working methods to each child, taking into account her personal abilities and aspirations. She studies her master's degree at the Faculty of Pedagogy of the University of Warsaw in the field of early school and pre-school education. Before starting her studies, she gained her first experience working with children, working as a babysitter.
Privately, Ola is a lover of American football and volleyball. In her free time she develops culinary.

Sylwia
Polish teacher
Sylwia is a graduate of the Academy of Special Education, she graduated from preschool education. Her second specialty is rehabilitation. The combination of two different directions gave her the ability to find solutions in difficult situations in which children and their families often find themselves. She started gaining her first experience with children in high school, volunteering at Klub Ośmiu, which organized various types of events for disabled youth.
The trainings she did include TUS - social skills training and NVC - non-violent communication which she uses at her work. During various webinars, he broadens her knowledge in the field of sensory integration. At work, she is guided by empathy, treating children as her own, and her favorite method of work is the pedagogy of play.
Privately, a mother of two wonderful girls, a dog lover, supporter of active recreation. She often puts her culinary passion into activities with children. Recently, she discovered a passion for needlework, which she tries to infect her daughters with. She is an energetic person with a head full of ideas that she willingly implements. Both in life and in work with children, it is assumed that the word "impossible" does not exist.

Agata
Polish teacher
Her professional experience was largely based on work in a pre-school, which is why she decided to complete postgraduate studies at the same university, majoring in pre-school and early school education. As she is interested in teaching in the humanistic pedagogy, with an emphasis on empathy and the development of emotional intelligence in children, she chose to work in a pre-school with elements of Montessori pedagogy and non-violent communication. She enriched her education with a one-year NVC course, which gave her a deeper insight into understanding children's emotions and her own feelings.
"Happy Kids Academy is a place where I can benefit from my experience and an institution where I fully find myself as a teacher, and above all as a human being".
Agata's interests are related to art and people. As a hobby, she researches information on psychology, sociology and modern trends in pedagogy.
Privately, she is a mother of an energetic 5-year-old daughter whom I am trying to raise as an independent, wise person who can talk and overcome all difficulties so that she understands that her freedom ends where the border of another person begins.

Patrycja
speech therapist
Patrycja is an owner of the speech therapy practice NeuroLogoPatka.
She completed her Master’s degree at the Medical University of Białystok and is currently in her final semester of Neurologopedics. She has been particularly interested in the impact of hearing disorders on speech development. She also graduated in Hearing Prosthetics at the Center for Medical and Social Professions in Białystok. Alongside her studies, she gained experience through numerous internships and volunteer work. She is certified to perform both external and internal electrostimulation procedures in speech therapy.
She currently works at a therapeutic kindergarten, providing therapy for children with autism, as well as in bilingual preschools. She holds qualifications to conduct speech rhythmics (logorythmics) classes and has pedagogical preparation supported by extensive practical training.
She specializes in treating a wide range of speech disorders, delayed speech development, and in supporting communication skills in children with autism spectrum disorder and aphasia. She conducts therapy for childhood apraxia of speech, delayed speech development (ORM), and both motor and developmental aphasia, applying principles of motor learning. She also works miofunctionally, which allows her to provide care, among others, for orthodontic patients.
Each patient is treated individually, which brings tangible results in speech therapy. Therapy plans are developed based on the child’s needs and strengths. She values building a good relationship with her patients and close cooperation with parents. By keeping up with current trends in speech therapy, she continuously develops as a therapist.

Marta
psychologist
PSYCHOLOGIST, TUS AND SMYKO-MULTISENSORY® TRAINER
Ms. Marta gained her experience in day support centers, therapeutic preschool points, the Warsaw Nursery Team, the "Blue Line" Domestic Violence Emergency Service, and in private practice, where she conducted support groups for mothers, parenting skills training, and individual psychological support.
Ms. Marta has completed numerous training sessions and courses in child and family support, including cognitive-behavioral therapy integrated with fairy tale therapy, Positive Discipline training, working with individuals on the autism spectrum, early intervention in addictions, and bodywork in trauma therapy. She values non-violent communication (NVC) and supports others based on Solution-Focused Therapy principles.

Kasia
rhythm instructor
Kate is a rhythm instructor, a graduate of the Music Academy in Warsaw. She worked in nurseries, kindergartens, including integration and schools, leading classes’ rhythmic music and practicing the method of ‘Good Start’ (under the prevention of dyslexia). Contact with children throughout their period of intense development – from a toddler less
than two years to a student - for Kate the opportunity to meet the needs of children of all ages, her reactions and ways of behaviour. Through her experience in her classes can help not only the development of the children’s musical abilities, but also their emotional and psycho-physical development.
Privately she is married and a mother of five children. She likes to read, ride a bike, gather mushrooms and solve logic puzzles.
Vocational education:
Academy of Music. Frederic Chopin in Warsaw Direction: Musical Education
Completed courses:
* Sixteenth National Association of Music Workshop of Carl Orff
* XIV National Workshop Carl Orff Musical Society. * XII National Workshop Carl Orff Musical Society. * Active listening to music by Strauss Batti part. II
* Developmental Movement Method by Veronica Sherborne part. AND
* Good Start Method parts. III - the supervisory * Good Start Method parts. II
* Good Start Method parts. AND
* The workshop "Understanding Autism"
* Conference: "A student with Asperger Syndrome in conditions of class integration"
* Exchange rate: The use of music classes in the prevention of students with disabilities.
* Dance, movement and space in four seasons. * Dances integration.
* Greek folk dances for everyone.
* Fairy tale therapy workshops.
* Converted education for parents of children with ADHD.
* Course for camp counsellor.

Ricardo Scooby Doo
capoeira gymnastics instructor
about
Ricardo was born in Rio de Janeiro, and he has been capoeira training from 6 years of age. Contra- Capoeira Master. Actor and musician (playing the berimbau, atabaque, pandeiro, agogo), dancer Makulele and Samba. Dance practiced in Brazil since1987.
He created his own curriculum Capoeira for children. IMKA actor Theatre in Warsaw and he participated in the project, Germinal Mel ', by 2011. He Worked in the group Capoeira Liberdade as Professor in graduation Contra-Master.
Qualifications:
Contra-Master in Capoeira. Actor and musician (playing the berimbau, atabaque, pandeiro, agogo), dancer Makulele and Samba.
Practice since 1987 (in Brazil). Experience:
* The project, Germinal Mel '2001-2005
* Lasting 18 years working in the group Capoeira Liberdade, till 2011 as a professor, currently in graduation Contra-Master
* NGO "Corpo Movement", as Professor and Director of Capoeira. Asset Management
* Regular demonstrations in front of an audience, participation in films and other artistic projects
Education:
* 2004 - Course Teaching Children - Government
Foundation in Rio Esporte
* 2003 - Teaching Capoeira and Brazilian Folklore - Foundation in Rio Esporte
* 2002 - Physical Education / Capoeira