Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I enrol my child in the kindergarten at any time of year?
Yes, of course, enrolling a child in kindergarten is possible throughout the year if we have available capacity. If the classes are full and you decide to wait until a spot becomes available, we will contact you as soon as a spot opens up based on the completed Application for Enrollment (which can simply be sent to us via email).
Does the kindergarten have parking?
We have 9 parking spaces reserved for parents in front of the kindergarten. Three are located directly in front of the kindergarten entrance, and the remaining six are across the street on the right side near the entrance to the Zelená Hôrka area.
From what age do you accept children into kindergarten?
We accept children from the age of 2.5 years, with a personal meeting being decisive for younger children. In our facility, we offer a half-day program from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM (or 1:00 PM, depending on the specific class).
What is the tuition fee at the private kindergarten littleBIG?
For children enrolled in the full-day program, the tuition fee is €599. This fee includes access to a full day at the kindergarten, professional guidance from a team of educators, foreign language instructors (assistants?), a well-prepared environment, a Snoezelen room, and many other benefits. More detailed information can be found in the section Tuition fees. The monthly tuition also includes three weeks during the summer dedicated to maintenance, hygiene of the premises, and team training, ensuring a safe, inspiring environment and a well-prepared team of educators for your child. For children enrolled in the half-day program from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM (or 1:00 PM), the tuition fee is €550.
Does a child in kindergarten have to sleep or rest in the afternoon?
Afternoon sleep is very important for the physical and mental development of children aged 0–6 years. Our motto is to sensitively perceive and meet the needs of the child. This is reflected in the different forms of afternoon rest. We have a designated time for rest in the afternoon, but the forms of resting vary. Therefore, if a child does not need or require sleep, they are not obligated to sleep.
What about diet? Do you also take into account intolerances?
The private kindergarten littleBIG has its own kitchen. We take care of providing balanced nutrition for our children. We prioritize using high-quality local and seasonal ingredients, and if needed, we can prepare meals for your child without gluten, dairy, or eggs. Alternatively, we can create an individualized meal plan. Learn more about nutrition in our kindergarten in the section Kitchen or in our Podcast.
I would like to meet in person with the director and founder of the littleBIG kindergarten.
Please make an appointment in advance by email or phone, we’ll happily answer your questions.
What does integral education mean?
This is aimed at the comprehensive development of a child by linking several educational methods and approaches.
Are you part of the network of schools and educational institutions?
Our private kindergarten is part of the network of schools and educational institutions of the Ministry of Education of the Slovak Republic. However, not every kindergarten is part of this network, as they are strictly selected by the Ministry of Education. When joining the network, it is important to meet certain standards. The private kindergarten littleBIG is a part of it and has obtained full authorization to conduct education and training according to Act No. 245/2008 Coll. on Education and Training.
How much time do children spend outdoors during the day?
We spend time daily in the forest, on the meadow, or on our own playground, almost regardless of the weather or season. We enjoy being outdoors in the mornings and afternoons whenever possible.
Do you offer extracurricular activities (clubs) for children in the kindergarten?
Our educational program comprehensively develops the entire personality of the child. In the daily process, the child experiences integrated activities such as physical, artistic, musical, language, dramatic, and therapeutic activities, which are not separated into clubs. In addition to the rich program at our private kindergarten, we offer external activities with instructors, such as swimming, skating, climbing, or biking. If interested, we also offer afternoon extracurricular activities.
When is the kindergarten open?
The littleBIG kindergarten is open on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM throughout the entire calendar year. The kindergarten is closed on national holidays of the Slovak Republic, during Christmas, and for three weeks in the summer (usually the second-to-last week in July and the last two weeks of August).
In the summer, the kindergarten undergoes maintenance and repairs, teachers refresh their education, and prepare the spaces and programs for the new school year.
How is a child accepted to the kindergarten?
The basic condition for a successful adaptation and development of a child in kindergarten is their emotional and cognitive readiness, and equally important is the internal readiness of parents for this change. It is an advantage if the child has developed hygiene habits and has started speaking. However, each child is admitted based on a thorough assessment, and we are ready to assist in the process of the child's independence, including helping with potty training, if necessary.
Can I come and see the kindergarten?
Please contact us through online form, by phone, or by email at info@littlebig.sk . We will get in touch with you and arrange a mutually suitable time. In the meantime, you can take a look at our kindergarten through a virtual tour, which you can find in this link.
Do you also provide sport activities?
We teach children to enjoy movement, our programme develops movement and coordination skills. Every child will love sports and movement in nature, and find what they enjoy the most.
How does a child adapt?
The adaptation of a child in kindergarten occurs gradually—individually, based on the child's social maturity and specific family conditions. We follow our own adaptation methodology. You can learn more about the adaptation process in our blog: Child adaptation to kindergarten.
Do children in the kindergarten also learn foreign languages? Which ones?
Quality foreign language education is one of our priorities at littleBIG kindergarten. Each class has its own foreign language instructor (assistant?), so languages such as English and Spanish are taught in varying proportions at both formal and informal levels. Our primary focus is on the development of children's brains and laying strong foundations for future foreign language learning. You can learn more about multilingual education at littleBIG kindergarten in our video “Multilingual Education for Children: Why should children learn languages from an early age?”
Do you post pictures of children on social media?
We post photos on social media sensitively, ensuring that children's faces are minimally visible. We communicate with the parents of our kindergarten children through our own app, where they can see what activities their child is doing during the day and what topic is currently being worked on in the class.
