Bajkowa Polanka

Founded in 2006, Bajkowa Polanka is one of the fastest-growing networks of private nurseries (żłobki) and preschools (przedszkola) in the Greater Poland (Wielkopolska) region. Operating across more than a dozen locations, from Poznań to towns including Września, Wągrowiec, Słupca, Oborniki, Wolsztyn, Międzychód, Kościan, Mosina and Opalenica, the network cares for and educates more than 450 children. Its mission is to create safe, inspiring spaces where young children explore the world naturally, build confidence and form genuine friendships away from digital screens.

Bajkowa Polanka takes a deliberate stand for a screen-free childhood built on sensory exploration, daily outdoor play, physical movement and emotional readiness. The network develops its own programmes, including BajkoweSenso®, a sensory integration and early stimulation programme, and Jestem Przedszkolakiem, which focuses on independence, social skills and school readiness. Many facilities have a dedicated sports profile, and the Kuchnia Dziecka catering standard provides age-appropriate menus with seasonal ingredients and no processed sugars. Behind the classrooms, a central services hub in Września handles HR, finance and compliance so educators can focus on the children.

The network is led by co-owner and executive leader Andrzej Wowk, who brings more than 20 years of retail, marketing and FMCG experience, alongside co-owner and Pedagogical Director Jakub Kozak. In 2026 Bajkowa Polanka celebrated its 20th anniversary; its Września sports-profile preschool has been named Preschool of the Year and its Wągrowiec branch Nursery of the Year in the Głos Wielkopolski Educational Plebiscite. By investing in medium-sized and smaller towns, the network helps young parents return to work with confidence, and it is now developing its own primary school concept. More information is available at bajkowapolanka.com.