Opening Hours - Kindergarten

Monday – Friday 7:00 - 18:00

English - Spanish - Chinese
Kindergarten registered in the network of schools of the Ministry of Education of Slovak Republic

Our Team

Although we speak many different languages and have different personal and professional experience, we have one common goal - helping your child discover the world in its full beauty.

Get to know our team members!

Management
Ma. Stojanka Dolezhajova
Headquarters position
DIRECTOR
Dáša Janegová
Headquarters position
FINANCIAL DIRECTOR
MBA. Miriam Itahashi
Headquarters position
FOUNDER AND INVESTOR
English pedagogical team
Ba. Leyla Yildirim
ENGLISH TEACHER
Lea Černická
ENGLISH TEACHER
Ma. Emérita Romero Rivera
ENGLISH TEACHER
Ba. Christina Karadimitri
ENGLISH TEACHER
Education: Bachelor's degree in English Language Teaching from Akdeniz University in Antalya, Turkey; she completed the Erasmus exchange study, English language teaching program at the University of Trnava, Slovakia.
Working at Espania: I gained experience working with children while studying at university, where I taught English to pre-school and school-age children. I have always had a passion for learning, so I decided to be part of a school that supports children's growth and prosperity.
Education: She studied English at City Oxford College in England. He is currently studying at the University of Trnava, Department of Preschool and Elementary Pedagogy. She speaks Slovak, English, German and Polish.
Working at Espania: I have been surrounded by children since I was a child. I love working with children. During my stay in England, I gained a lot of practical and professional experience as a primary school teaching assistant.
Education: She studied of at the University of Coruña in Spain, master´s degree in English language and literature. She is also Master in Teaching Foreign Languages. She speaks Spanish and English.
Working at Espania: After studying at university, I worked in the field of education, whether in secondary schools or language institutes. I taught in Spain, Italy and England, which allowed me to look at different education systems and methodologies. In Espania, I was approached by the multicultural context, as well as the opportunity to make full use of my experience and skills.
Education: Bachelor of Philology with a focus on teaching, University of Paros, Greece. She holds a certificate in English from the University of Michigan. She speaks English and Greek.
Working at Espania: I gained experience working with children thanks to caring for children. The scope of work was to ensure a daily routine for children, creation and implementation of creative activities. I always wanted to work in kindergarten with a group of children and thus develop their individuality.
Spanish pedagogical team
Ba. Diego Camilo Buitrago Mantilla
Head teacher
SPANISH TEACHER
Ba. Ivonne Slendy Hernandez Gamboa
LECTURER / ORGANIZER OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES IN THE SPANISH LANGUAGE
Ba. Carla Granados Expósito
Head teacher
SPANISH TEACHER
Ba. Sheila Cobo Campaña
SPANISH TEACHER
Education: Bachelor's degree in English at the Universidad Industrial de Santander in Colombia, bachelor's degree in elementary pedagogy at the Escuela Normalista Superior in Piedecuesta, Colombia. He also studied Pyrenean and Latin American studies at the Sorbonne University in Paris. He speaks Spanish, English and French.
Working at Espania: Having experience working with children with special educational needs, young people and adults in my home country of Colombia as well as France, I am very pleased to have the opportunity to be part of the Espania team as a Spanish teacher.
Education: Bachelor's degree in English from the Universidad Industrial de Santander, Colombia; a graduate of the IELTS and Cambridge Advanced English Preparation course at the International House in Sydney, Australia. She speaks Spanish and English.
Working at Espania: I have been teaching English for 5 years. My profession is a passion for me and working with children is very rewarding. I have learned a lot from them and I will try to pass on the best to them. "Teachers who love learning, teach children to love learning".
Education: Bachelor's degree in elementary and special pedagogy at the Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain. She speaks Spanish and English.
Working at Espania: For two years I worked as a religious education instructor for children and adolescents at the San Ingnacio de Loyola school in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. I gained experience working with children as an assistant for children with special needs at the English International School in Bratislava. Working at Espania Kindergarten is a great opportunity to further develop my career as a teacher and also to learn more about new cultures.
Education: Master at teaching Spanish language as foreign language at University of Granada, Spain. Bachelor in bilingual primary education specializing in teaching English as a foreign language, University of Cordoba, Spain. She speaks Spanish, English and French.
Working at Espania: I was very interested in working at Espania Kindergarten and I felt that it was the right thing for me. I love children and I like the environment that Espania provides. I have two years of experience working in various educational institutions. I worked at an international kindergarten in Poznań, Poland, and also at various schools in Spain.
Ba. Andrea Trenado Pajuelo
SPANISH TEACHER
Education: She studied at Loyola Andalucia University in Spain, majoring in primary education. She completed her teaching studies at the Pedagogical Faculty of the University of Prešov. She also completed a specialization course for teaching children and teenagers at the European University Miguel de Cervantes in Spain. She speak Spanish and English.
Working at Espania: I gained experience working with children during my university studies at the British School in Seville. I worked as a nanny in Switzerland and worked as a kindergarten teacher at Cocoon Childcare in Ireland where I worked with children aged 1 to 6 years. I also taught yoga classes for children.
Chinese pedagogical team
Ba. Hua-Yu Hung
LECTURER/ORGANIZER OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES IN CHINESE LANGUAGE
Bc. Yun-En-Tsai
LECTURER/ORGANIZER OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES IN CHINESE LANGUAGE
Education: Bachelor's degree in Translation and Interpreting (Chinese / English) from Wenzao Ursuline University of Languages ​​in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Complementary education - teaching Chinese as a second language at the Chinese language center at National Tsing Hua University. She speaks Chinese and English.
Working at Espania: I came to Espania kindergarten after finishing my Chinese teaching program at Tsing Hua National University in Taiwan. I am very happy and grateful for the opportunity to be part of the Espania Kindergarten team. I will try to pass on as much knowledge as possible to children and encourage them to discover new things and broaden their horizons. I love spending time with children and I like to get to know new cultures. I believe that working in Espania is the best combination.
Education: Studied at National Normal University in Taipei, Taiwan, study department: special education. She speaks Chinese and English.
Working at Espania: During my studies, I worked as a volunteer teaching disadvantaged children and children from remote areas for several years. That's when I realized that this is my dream job. I gained experience working with children during my work as a Chinese language teacher in a kindergarten in Slovakia.
Reception and Custodian teacher - Bilingual staff
Mgr. Veronika Mokwe
Deputy Director
CUSTODIAN TEACHER
Bc. Mária Vörösová
SLOVAK TEACHER
Ma. Miroslava Rakúsová
CUSTODIAN TEACHER
Mgr. Natália Štefancová
SLOVAK TEACHER
Education: Master's degree in the field of teaching psychology and pedagogy at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Health Care, University of Constantine the Philosopher in Nitra, graduate of specialization studies in the field of School Psychology at Comenius University in Bratislava. She speaks Slovak and English.
Working at Espania: During my studies, I worked for a volunteer organization dedicated to children with Down syndrome. I worked as a psychologist in a specialized group with children with behavioral disorders, as well as a teacher's assistant for children with learning disabilities. I decided to work in Espania Kindergarten because I see an opportunity in it where I can use my knowledge and experience.
Education: Bachelor's degree in pre-school and elementary pedagogy, University of Constantine the Philosopher in Nitra, graduate of the Erasmus exchange at the College of Education Upper-Austria, Linz, Austria; She is currently a master's student, Department of Primary Education Teaching at Comenius University in Bratislava. She speaks Slovak, English and German.
Working at Espania: I gained experience working with children thanks to various volunteer organizations, where I worked as an animator. I also worked as a coursed teacher at primary schools. I gained experience in teaching the Slovak language during teaching practice in kindergartens and primary schools in Slovakia and Austria.
Education: I studied at Constantine Philosopher University in Nitra, study department, teaching academic subject – Spanish language and art education.
Working at Espania: I gained experience working with preschool children during my 2-year stay at the Bilingual Forest Kindergarten in Nitra. After some time, I decided to return to work with children, and Espania gave me this unique opportunity. I speak Slovak, English and Spanish.
Education: She studied at the Constatine the Philosopher University in Nitra, majoring in teaching for primary education. She speaks Slovak and English.
Working at Espania: I gained experience working with children during my university studies in a private daycare center and during my internship in kindergartens and elementary schools. I currently work at an elementary school, where I am dedicated to the upbringing and educationof students in the first grade. In my free time, I am engaged in charity work. I am glad that I got the opportunity to work in Espania kindergarten as a Slovak language teacher of preschool children.
External teachers
Soňa Žigmundová
CELLO TEACHER
Mgr. Alexandra Pokorná
GYMNASTICS TEACHER
Marianna Porvažníková, Dis. art
FLUTE TEACHER
Education: Master in fitness coaching in performance and elite sports, at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Comenius University in Bratislava. She speaks Slovak, English and German.
Working at Espania: I have been practicing gymnastics for 16 years and I was a member of the Slovak national team, as well as a participant in the European Championships and World Championships. I am currently training gymnastics in Bratislava and also work as the main trainer of aerial acrobatics in Austria. I see a deeper meaning in this work and I am glad to be able to pass on what they have taught me.
Education: Graduated in the field of transverse flute playing at the Conservatory in Bratislava. She is also a student at the Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava. She speaks Slovak, English and German.
Working at Espania: During my studies, I taught flageolet playing in the organization Courses at school. I am currently teaching at Elementary Art School of St. Cecilia in Bratislava.
Administration
Ivana Putterstein
ADMINISTRATION AND ACCOUNTING
Ing. Wioletta Bujnová
ADMINISTRATION AND ACCOUNTING
Bc. Lea Kovácsová
Receptionist
EVENT MANAGER
Education: Bachelor in teaching Slovak and Spanish language and literature at the Comenius University in Bratislava. She holds a C1 certificate in Spanish. She speaks Slovak, English and Spanish.
Working at Espania: I gained experience working with children by tutoring Slovak and Spanish languages, where I worked with children of different ages. I am very happy for the opportunity to work in a kindergarten, where I can improve in what I enjoy and make full use of the languages ​​I have been studying since childhood.
Team of non pedagogic staff
Dagmar Báchorová
TECHNICAL STAFF FOR HYGIENE
Anna Bartková
TECHNICAL STAFF FOR HYGIENE
Pavol Záhorský
HANDYMAN/JANITOR
Gyöngyi Trnovská
FOOD MANAGER
Responsibilities: Ensuring a functional system in the Espania kindergarten, ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of individual areas, the frequency of cleaning and disinfection. She speaks Slovak.
Working at Espania: I know how important order and hygiene are for children. I try to create a clean, pleasant and cozy environment in the Espania kindergarten.
Responsibilities: Ensuring a functional system in the Espania kindergarten, ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of individual areas, the frequency of cleaning and disinfection. She speaks Slovak.
Working at Espania: I gained experience with cleaning while working in hotels with an international clientele as a maid.
Responsibilities: Ensures the smooth course of activities in kindergartens within the competencies. He is responsible for the cleanliness and order of the school playground and cooperates with the technical staff in resolving situations. He speaks Slovak.
Working at Espania: I am grateful for the opportunity to work in the Espania kindergarten and thus cooperate with a team of different nationalities and cultures. It is an experience and a new life experience for me.
Responsibilities: She is responsible for the preparation of the weekly menu, the distribution of food for children and staff, the preparation of refreshments for various events. She speaks Slovak, English and Hungarian.
Working at Espania: I have gained experience working with children for many years, working as a leader in summer camps abroad. I worked at the American Embassy, where I was responsible for catering and hostessing.
We are already last applications for the school year 2023/2024. Admissions is on space-available basis,which is limited.
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