Director’s Statement

Hello, I’m Bogna Kabat, the Founder and CEO of Smarties Academy. When I became a mother, like many parents, I faced a difficult choice as to where my child should be cared for when I went back to work. Although there were many choices available, none had quite what I was looking for. I wanted a home away from home, where I had complete faith that my child was receiving love, stimulation, and education in a safe environment which was free of chemicals and processed foods. I was not able to find anything that met my needs and as a result Smarties Academy was born. 

Begun as a tiny, in-home childcare in the ground floor of my home, Smarties Academy has grown and strengthened and I am proud that we now have a wonderful facility in Decatur where many children and their families belong. Although the school has grown, we are still able to offer the same intimate environment that was possible when Smarties first began. Both of my two girls have been educated at Smarties and I know that while there are many great schools, there is nowhere quite like Smarties. 

My vision is that every child here at Smarties feels safe and happy as they learn through a variety of play-based activities determined by their own interest and at their own pace. Each day offers something new and surprising.  This is an exciting time and we invite you to consider sharing these early years with us at Smarties Academy.

Sincerely
Bogna Kabat
Founder and CEO