Kipinä is poised for significant growth in 2024, unveiling plans to establish nine new schools in Kuwait, Iraq, Azerbaijan, Romania, and Indonesia. The expansion not only extends the global reach of Kipinä but also reflects the increasing size of its preschools. With an average capacity of over 200 children in the new schools, a substantial increase from the 2015 average of 90 kids, this growth is attributed to factors such as brand recognition, parental preferences for purpose-built facilities, larger spaces, and a surge in populations in various cities and countries.

Development Concepts with JYH International Architects: Kipinä is actively collaborating with JYH International architects to explore innovative concepts and ideas for future growth.

Insights from 2024 Parent Survey: The forthcoming newsletter will showcase detailed results from a worldwide 2024 parent survey, gauging sentiments on Kipinä’s educational approach. Key metrics, such as parents feeling their child’s safety and fair treatment by staff, are highlighted as crucial indicators of success.

Jeannine Laubner, Kipinä Worldwide Academic Director, acknowledges that while perfection is the goal, understanding the initial apprehension of first-time parents is essential. The positive feedback from parents across 19 schools, teaching in seven languages worldwide, underscores Kipinä’s commitment to safety, hygiene, and respect for children.

Rapid Growth in Indonesia: Kipinä is rapidly emerging as the premier international preschool brand in Indonesia, boasting remarkable facilities in Jakarta, Surabaya, and Bali. The grand opening of Kipinä Surabaya, the fifth campus in the country, marked a significant milestone in early childhood education.

Enhanced Training Programs: Kipinä has revamped its training programs to ensure staff readiness and excellence.

1. Teacher Training: The HÄME UNIVERSITY (FINLAND) CERTIFIED TEACHER TRAINING COURSE, commenced in September, offers post-graduate level training in Finnish early childhood education and care pedagogy. The program includes updated materials, 10 new videos, and approximately 40 hours of compulsory courses focusing on child development and learning environments.
2. Leadership Training: Leaders are receiving advanced training in inclusive thinking, supporting children’s development, team management, and professional development.
3. International Collaboration: To foster a culture of international best practices, three enrollment periods have been implemented, enabling global collaboration among Kipinä staff.
4. Marketing Training: Recognizing the unique challenges of marketing early childhood education, Kipinä now certifies and trains all marketing and parent outreach staff through a tailor-made program.
5. Front Desk Training: To provide optimal support and information to parents, specialized training is underway for all Kipinä Frontdesk staff.

Kipinä is committed to continual improvement, ensuring a holistic and enriching educational experience for children worldwide.