Wioska Promyka International Preschool

Kindergarten where every question leads to a new adventure 💜

WIOSKA Promyka is a place where children learn through hands-on experiences, experimentation, and close contact with nature. Our approach is based on the Reggio Emilia philosophy, which sees children as active creators of their own learning. We provide them with support, mindful guidance, and space to explore the world, build relationships, and develop independence.

What makes us unique?

💟 GENTLE ADAPTATION – every child adjusts to the new environment at their own pace, close to their parent. We support this process by creating a space full of safety and predictability, allowing the child to form a relationship with the teacher according to their individual needs. Only one child adapts at a time, receiving the full attention of a dedicated teacher.

💟 TRILINGUALISM – language learning through immersive experiences. In addition to Polish-speaking teachers, we are accompanied daily by English- and Spanish-speaking educators.

💟 PROJECT-BASED LEARNING – children learn through their own experiences, questions, and experiments, while educators support their exploration. Projects (aligned with the core curriculum) often stem from the children's interests – we investigate together, construct, and seek answers to pressing questions, inspiring further discovery.

💟 CONNECTION TO NATURE – we go outside every day, regardless of the weather. Children explore their surroundings, cook in a mud kitchen, build forts, observe the changing seasons, and experience nature with all their senses. Puddles, mud, and rain are our natural learning environment!

💟 EMPATHIC COMMUNICATION – we teach children to express emotions and care for each other. In daily interactions, we use Nonviolent Communication (NVC), helping children practice attentive listening, express their needs, and build respectful relationships. We do not use rewards or punishments, and conflicts are resolved through mini-mediations.

💟 OPEN DOORS FOR PARENTS – we build a community of parents around the kindergarten, organize meetings and workshops, and invite parents daily to our "Afternoons with Parents." We believe that raising children is a shared process, so we encourage parents to actively participate in everyday life and special events, as well as vacations and holiday trips.

What does daily life at WIOSKA Promyka look like?

Each day is a chance to discover and experience. Once a week, we venture into the forest, build shelters, cook soup from mud and leaves, and create using natural materials. We wear rain boots and waterproof clothing to jump in puddles and play in the rain. We experiment with clay, paint with light, and construct with cardboard. Children learn through play, exploration, and hands-on activities – with curiosity and engagement.

How do we start the day?

Every morning at WIOSKA Promyka, children arrive to find carefully prepared stations with educational provocations. On one table, spilled paints invite exploration of colors and swirling patterns. In another area, a tray of sand and pebbles encourages creating designs. Nearby, a box with flashlights and translucent tiles invites experiments with light and shadow. Each day, children discover something new based on their own interests.

What can parents expect at WIOSKA Promyka?

Parents are always warmly welcomed. They can enter the classroom, stay with their child, and talk with educators. Our doors are always open – this is a space where community is built. Parents feel part of the kindergarten, participate in workshops, meetings, picnics, and sometimes lead activities, sharing their passions or professions. We communicate in the spirit of NVC, care for relationships, and support each other in everyday parenting.

What do we offer children?

🎨 Art and experimentation – painting on unconventional surfaces, sculpting with clay, creating artistic installations. Children paint with their hands on transparent acrylic sheets, watching light pass through their compositions.

🎭 Theater and storytelling – role play, shadow theater, storytelling with everyday objects. Children co-create scripts and build puppets from natural materials to bring their stories to life.

🌱 Nature education – forest trips, building insect hotels. Children collect leaves, stones, and branches to make nature collections used in creative experiments and exploratory play.

🎵 Music activities – music therapy elements, singing, and creating instruments from recycled materials. Children build drums from cans and balloons and compose rhythmic pieces, expressing emotions through sound.

💡 Scientific experiments – observing how water absorbs into different materials, experimenting with magnets, building marble tracks. Children create small chemistry labs by mixing liquids and observing color changes.

🛠 Construction play – building with wood, cardboard, bricks, and other natural materials. They design and build cities with roads, bridges, and buildings, enhancing spatial imagination.

🧸 Physical activity – sensory paths, kids' yoga, and outdoor games. Obstacle courses made from logs and cones help develop motor skills and balance.

🌳 Off-site excursions – monthly visits to places like bakeries, libraries, or fire stations. Children also go on trips to museums or theaters, broadening horizons and supporting social development.

Adaptation at BLISKO

Our adaptation process is gentle and tailored to each child. Initially, the child stays with a parent, getting used to the new environment. Gradual separations are introduced with respect for the child’s emotions and readiness. We support parents by sharing knowledge and experience, e.g., through our Adaptation Guide. Daily routines, familiar activities, and the presence of trusted teachers create a safe space for exploration.

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WIOSKA Promyka – a unique kindergarten in Żoliborz

Our relationship-based kindergarten in Żoliborz is a place where children grow in a warm and supportive atmosphere. As a language kindergarten in Warsaw Żoliborz, we communicate and conduct classes in Polish, English, and Spanish, supporting children’s natural language development. We are a Reggio Emilia kindergarten focused on independence and following the child. Parents looking for a private, non-public kindergarten in Warsaw Żoliborz within the BLISKO network will find a cozy environment, openness to collaboration, and inspiring activities.