It is with great pleasure that I welcome you and your family to Maple Bear Kindergarten.
Choosing the right early learning environment for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make, and we are honored that you have entrusted us with this journey. At Maple Bear, we believe that every child is unique, capable, and full of potential. Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where children can learn, explore, and grow with confidence.
As part of the global Maple Bear community, we proudly deliver a Canadian educational approach that combines academic excellence with a child-centered philosophy. Through play-based and inquiry-driven learning, we encourage curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.
Our core values guide everything we do:
Respect – We foster kindness, empathy, and appreciation for diversity and individual differences.
Responsibility – We help children develop independence, confidence, and accountability for their actions.
Integrity – We model honesty, fairness, and ethical behavior in all interactions.
Collaboration – We believe strong partnerships between children, educators, and families create the best learning experiences.
Excellence – We strive to provide the highest standards of education, care, and personal development.
We look forward to getting to know your family and to sharing many wonderful moments of learning, discovery, and achievement throughout the year.
Welcome to the Maple Bear family!
Suzana Stepanova & Mariya Vladimirova-Lazarov
Owner and Directors, Maple Bear Kindergarten Sofia
Founded in 2021, Maple Bear Kindergarten Sofia has grown from humble beginnings to become a beacon of educational excellence in our community. Through dedication and innovation, we’ve built a strong reputation for fostering curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every student.
A Vision Takes Root Maple Bear Kindergarten Sofia was founded with a mission to bring world-class Canadian early childhood education to families in Sofia.
Reaching Full Capacity Less than a year after opening, our kindergarten reached full enrollment, reflecting the trust and support of our growing community of families.
Recognitions
Our educators received four European award nominations, recognizing excellence in teaching and student impact during the 2026 Maple Bear Academic Conference:
Welcoming Our First Students Our doors opened for the very first time, welcoming a pioneering group of learners into a nurturing and inspiring educational environment.
Maple Bear European Recognition Recognized by parents across Maple Bear Europe with the European Parent Satisfaction Award, celebrating our outstanding parent satisfaction and the trust families place in our school community.
Expanding Our Maple Bear Family A second Maple Bear Kindergarten Sofia campus will open, allowing us to welcome more children and continue our commitment to educational excellence.
Contact us or Schedule a Visit to learn more about becoming part of the [Maple Bear School Name] family!
