Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # Maple Bear Central & Eastern Europe: The best of Canadian education for a global future. ## Sitemaps [XML Sitemap](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Posts - [Preschool is not a waiting room. It is the foundation.](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/preschool-is-not-a-waiting-room-it-is-the-foundation/): For too long, preschool has been seen through a narrow, transactional lens: a safe place where children spend their days while parents work. It's a perception that is not just outdated - it is, according to a growing body of scientific evidence, fundamentally wrong. Preschool is one of the most consequential educational investments a child will ever receive. The years between birth and age five represent a period of neurological development so intense, so formative, that what happens during them echoes across an entire lifetime. - [Making the Most of Summer Break: Ideas to Keep Your Child Curious and Growing](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/making-the-most-of-summer-break-ideas-to-keep-your-child-curious-and-growing/): The school year is wrapping up, and summer in Central and Eastern Europe brings long, golden days full of possibility. While rest is absolutely the priority - children genuinely need it - the weeks ahead are also a wonderful window to nurture curiosity, creativity and connection, without it feeling like school at all. - [Happy Teachers, Happy Kids: How Maple Bear Invests in the People Who Matter Most](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/happy-teachers-happy-kids-how-maple-bear-invests-in-the-people-who-matter-most/): Today, Maple Bear serves 72,000 students and 10,000 teachers across 39 countries. Behind every one of those classrooms - from São Paulo to Singapore, from Sofia to Kyiv, - there is a teacher who is well-supported, continuously growing, and happy in their work. At Maple Bear, this is not a happy accident. - [The Local Family Is the New International Student](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/the-local-family-is-the-new-international-student/): ISC Research just released its Global Market Overview 2025, and the data confirms what we see every day across Central & Eastern Europe: - [Inside the International School Report (ISC) 2025 Report: How Consolidation and Local Demand Are Redefining International Education in Europe](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/inside-international-school-report-isc-yis2f/): Maple Bear stands as a proud member of Grupo SEB, the world’s largest education group - ranked among the global TOP 10 networks, ahead of notable names. This partnership positions Maple Bear at the forefront of bilingual, future-ready education, combining academic excellence with an entrepreneurial approach to growth across emerging markets. - [Canada proves it. Maple Bear delivers it.](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/canada-proves-it-maple-bear-delivers-it/): In a world where technology, skills, and industries evolve faster than ever, one country continues to stand out as a global benchmark for lifelong learning: Canada. According to the latest OECD Education at a Glance 2025 report, Canada remains among the top-performing nations when it comes to adult participation in education and training - proving that learning is not confined to classrooms or early years, but continues throughout life. - [Bear the Style, Rock the School Year!](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/bear-the-style-rock-the-school-year/): At Maple Bear, {Wear the Bear} is more than a brand identity - it is a powerful commitment. It symbolizes our shared purpose, values, and our unwavering dedication to delivering world-class bilingual education across every stage of a learner’s journey. - [Why Forward-Thinking Companies Are Investing in Childcare Partnerships with Maple Bear](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/why-forward-thinking-companies-are-investing-in-childcare-partnerships-with-maple-bear/): As we prepare to open several Maple Bear schools in Central and Eastern Europe this September - part of the world’s largest network delivering high-quality Canadian bilingual education - we’re excited about the opportunity to work closely with our corporate partners. - [Introducing MyMapleBear](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/introducing-mymaplebear/): At Maple Bear, we know that a strong educational foundation starts with curiosity, confidence, and connection. That’s why we’re excited to introduce MyMapleBear! - [Question of Rankings: Why at Maple Bear it is About More Than Just Numbers](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/question-of-rankings-why-at-maple-bear-it-is-about-more-than-just-numbers/): It's one of the most common and important questions parents ask when choosing a school. After all, rankings offer a glimpse into academic performance, reputation, and student outcomes. But when you choose Maple Bear, you're not just choosing a place on a list. You're choosing Canadian education excellence, a globally respected curriculum, and the power of a proven international network. - [The Future of Work and Skills: Preparing for Tomorrow with Maple Bear](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/the-future-of-work-and-skills-preparing-for-tomorrow-with-maple-bear/): The future starts in the classroom—at Maple Bear, we make it brighter. - [Investing in Education: Why Maple Bear Schools Are a Smart Investment Opportunity](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/investing-in-education-why-maple-bear-schools-are-a-smart-investment-opportunity/): The education market is experiencing exponential growth, and the private sector is leading the way. The combination of rising demand for quality education, technological advancements, and an increasingly affluent global population makes education one of the most promising investment sectors for the coming decade. - [How Schools in Office Buildings Are Transforming Education and Strengthening Communities](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/how-schools-in-office-buildings-are-transforming-education-and-strengthening-communities/): As work-life balance becomes a greater priority, an innovative trend is reshaping how we think about education and the workplace: schools within office buildings. This concept is gaining traction across Europe. By blending flexibility, convenience, and optimized use of space, these integrated schools bring education closer to the workforce, transforming commercial real estate. - [Maple Bear CEE and Ümit Kalko & Emre Mermer from EMS Construction, Join Forces to Launch 26 New Maple Bear Schools Across Turkey](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-cee-and-umit-kalko-and-emre-mermer-from-ems-construction-join-forces-to-launch-26-new-maple-bear-schools-across-turkey/): Maple Bear, the largest and fastest-growing franchise of K-12 bilingual schools worldwide, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with Ümit Kalko, a prominent figure in Turkish education and Emre Mermer. This collaboration marks a significant step in expanding Maple Bear’s footprint in Turkey, with plans to open 26 schools across the country. - [Nurturing Future Leaders: The Power of Education, Community, and Responsibility](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/nurturing-future-leaders-the-power-of-education-community-and-responsibility/): At Maple Bear, the commitment to developing future-ready skills goes beyond academic success. It extends into educating young leaders who understand the value of giving back to the community and embracing the role of responsible citizenship. - [Fresh Paint, New Friends, and a Whole Lot of Learning: Maple Bear Back to School 2024-2025 is here](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/fresh-paint-new-friends-and-a-whole-lot-of-learning-maple-bear-back-to-school-2024-2025-is-here/): The Back-to-School season is always a time of excitement and anticipation for everyone—school teams, parents, and students the most. At Maple Bear, the 2024-2025 Academic year will be once again a remarkable one, filled with the joy of new knowledge, the formation of lasting friendships, and the promise of endless opportunities. - [From Maple Syrup to Maple Bear: Discover the World’s Largest Educational Network](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/from-maple-syrup-to-maple-bear-discover-the-worlds-largest-educational-network/): Cultural Diversity, Maple Syrup, Stunning Wild Nature ... Canada is famous for these, but it is also home to the world's largest educational network! What Makes Maple Bear So Special? - [PISA’s New Measure of Creative Thinking in Education and Canadа’s leading position](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/pisas-new-measure-of-creative-thinking-in-education-and-canadas-leading-position/): For the first time, the Program on International Student Assessment (PISA) has measured the creative thinking skills of 15-year-old students, assessing their ability to generate, evaluate, and improve ideas. As we navigate the complex environmental, social, and economic changes of the 21st century, it is crucial for students to be innovative, enterprising, and to use critical and creative thinking purposefully. - [Create, collaborate, celebrate: highlights from the 1st global maple bear conference](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/create-collaborate-celebrate-highlights-from-the-1st-global-maple-bear-conference/): Our 1st Annual Global Maple Bear Conference, held in the picturesque locale of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, was a huge success. For the first time, this event brought together our most important stakeholders to create, collaborate and celebrate 20 years of Maple Bear’s success: our Canadian faculty members, global partners, school owners and staff from around the world.   The conference started with a warm welcome event at a local award-winning winery. Attendees had the chance to connect, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and set the stage for the days of learning and collaboration ahead.    Throughout the conference, the Maple Bear Global Schools leadership team shared their vision for the future and the strategic goals that will guide us forward. Their insights were inspiring and motivating, underscoring the importance of our collective efforts in achieving excellence in education.   We were honoured to have exceptional keynote speakers, including renowned education expert Dr. Lyn Sharratt, President and Vice-Chancellor of Sheridan College Dr. Janet Morrison, and biologist and science communicator Dr. Dan Riskin. Each speaker brought a unique perspective, offering valuable insights and sparking meaningful discussions among attendees, enriching the conference with their expertise.   The breakout sessions provided numerous opportunities for collaboration, information sharing, and the exchange of best practices. These sessions were instrumental in fostering a sense of community and driving forward our mission to deliver exceptional education globally.   The conference was a testament to our creating, collaborating, and celebrating theme. We are incredibly proud of the connections, knowledge, and memories made during this event. As we move forward, we are more committed than ever to our mission of providing the best Canadian education to students worldwide.    Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to the success of our 1st Annual Global Maple Bear Conference. We look forward to many more years of growth, innovation, and collaboration.  - [At Maple Bear we prepare citizens of the world](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/at-maple-bear-we-prepare-citizens-of-the-world/): As educators, we have a responsibility to nurture the next generation of leaders. At Maple Bear, we teach personal responsibility inside the classroom as part of your daily routine and global awareness outside of it. Soft skills and character building are just as important components of the curriculum as are academic subjects. We believe that to face the challenges of the future, we need young people who can think critically and solve problems creatively beyond having good academic performance. - [A Celebration of our Past, Present and Future](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/a-celebration-of-our-past-present-and-future/): Rodney Briggs, Founder of Maple Bear Global Schools, was inspired by an idea that evolved from many conversations with education leaders around the world. It was clear that there was a global need to fill the gap for high-quality preschool education based on a model that differentiated itself from all others in the market – the best of Canadian education. - [Celebrating Earth Day 2024: Maple Bear Schools in CEE Lead Eco-Friendly Initiatives](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/celebrating-earth-day-2024/): The theme for Earth Day 2024 is Planet vs. Plastics, a commitment to call for the end of plastics "for the sake of human and planetary health". The theme's proposed goal is to reduce the production of plastics by 60% in 2040 and ultimately build a plastic-free future. Therefore, all school teams have chosen activities, presentations with external speaker, songs, lyrics, and a movie projection aimed at raising awareness and reducing plastic usage in our daily routines. As the world celebrates Earth Day 2024, Maple Bear schools across Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) are demonstrating their commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability through a variety of engaging projects tailored to inspire young minds. - [The first Maple Bear school and kindergarten in Poland has officially opened!](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/the-first-maple-bear-school-and-kindergarten-in-poland-has-officially-opened/): The first Polish-Canadian primary school and kindergarten Maple Bear, belonging to the world’s largest educational network, were ceremoniously opened on September 4th 2023. After an 8-month renovation of the historic building at Stawowa 6 in Katowice, the Maple Bear campus welcomed its first students and their parents.  - [Highlights from the 7th Global Symposium](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/highlights-from-the-7th-global-symposium/): Maple Bear has a robust training program that requires our Canadian faculty members to train, mentor, and coach our teachers in their own classroom environment in their own country. We want to ensure our trainers are equipped with the most up-to-date knowledge in the best education practices and trends.  - [MAPLE BEAR IS OPEN IN KATOWICE, POLAND!](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-is-open-in-katowice-poland/): The first Maple Bear school in Poland welcomed parents and children to the Open House event in May. - [THE FIRST MAPLE BEAR SCHOOLS IN CENTRAL & EASTERN EUROPE PARTICIPATED IN THE GLOBAL CONNECTIONS FOR SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/the-first-maple-bear-schools-in-central-eastern-europe-participated-in-the-global-connections-for-sustainability-program/): With regards to the upcoming Earth Day demonstrating support for environmental protection and awareness, we are happy to announce that we have the first two countries in Central & Eastern Europe incorporating our Global Connections for Sustainability Program! The program, which creates forward thinking citizens and a global family, provided the students from Maple Bear Sofia Vitosha Kindergarten and Maple Bear Kyiv with the wonderful opportunity to introduce themselves and get to know each other during a three-weeks-long educational collaboration. - [Maple Bear Schools Support Terry Fox Foundation and Bring Terry’s Inspiring Story to Students Globally](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-schools-support-terry-fox-foundation-and-bring-terrys-inspiring-story-to-students-globally/): Maple Bear Schools around the world raised more than $250,000 this past October to support cancer research initiatives in their local communities - [Growing To Meet The Education Needs In Africa](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/growing-to-meet-the-education-needs-in-africa/): The African continent has become a Maple Bear hot spot in recent years with our presence in four countries and in eight vibrant cities, with more to come in 2023.   The desire for high-quality education with a bilingual focus in this part of the world is a key driver of our raison d’etre.     According to the World Economic Forum, by 2030, over 40% of Africans will belong to the middle or upper classes. This means the demand for access to better bilingual education will rise.     And Maple Bear will play an important part in the African education sector, by providing learning opportunities for bright young minds to move upwards on the socioeconomic mobility scale and by supporting children to dream about their future and make a great contribution to their countries.  - [Expanding Maple Bear’s Immersion Program to Include French](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/expanding-maple-bears-immersion-program-to-include-french/): Université de Montréal (UdeM) and Maple Bear Global Schools sign a memorandum of understanding to integrate French-language instruction into education programs for students worldwide. - [Maple Bear CEE Partners With Vantage Capital In A €100 Million Investment Program To Expand Its Franchised Schools’ Network In Central And Eastern Europe](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-cee-partners-with-vantage-capital-in-a-e100-million-investment-program-to-expand-its-franchised-schools-network-in-central-and-eastern-europe/): Four years after entering Central & Eastern Europe, Maple Bear, the largest and fastest growing franchise of K-12 bilingual schools in the world, is partnering with Vantage Capital in a €100 million investment program for the region. - [Maple Bear Osokorky is among the first international schools to open in Kyiv in spring 2022](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-kyiv-osokorky-is-among-the-first-international-school-to-open-in-kyiv-in-spring-2022/): Maple Bear Kyiv, Osokorky is part of the largest and fastest growing network of schools and kindergartens in the world Maple Bear Global schools and is one of the first international school in Kyiv to welcome back children and students starting in June 2022. - [Un Sustainable Development Goals Come To Life With Education Program](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/un-sustainable-development-goals-come-to-life-with-education-program/): In alignment with Earth Day 2022, it is the perfect opportunity to announce a unique, digital platform that brings the UN Sustainable Development Goals to life through global student education and collaboration between our schools. - [Celebrating Maple Bear Women In STEAM](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/celebrating-maple-bear-women-in-steam/): When women are educated, their countries become strong and prosperous. - [Schools Open in 5 New Countries](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/schools-open-in-5-new-countries/): We know that the global demand for high-quality education is growing more and more as parents achieve the economic means to give their children a head start in life. The proof of this is evident at Maple Bear Global Schools. - [Training Our Teachers To Teach Skills For Life](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/training-our-teachers-to-teach-skills-for-life/): As schools are slowly opening up in various stages around the world, returning to school can  be an exciting time for students and teachers alike. The opportunity to get back to in-person learning and seeing teachers and friends, has been anticipated for a long time.  - [Introducing Our First Global Magazine “The Bear”](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/introducing-our-first-global-magazine-the-bear/): The Maple Bear Global team is proud of the first-ever global edition of the Maple Bear magazine “The Bear”. - [Announcing the Briggs-Pascoe Family Global Education Fund](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/announcing-the-briggs-pascoe-family-global-education-fund/): At Maple Bear, we are firmly grounded in the belief that quality Canadian education can bring positive change to the world. It is in this spirit of doing our part as responsible corporate citizens that we are pleased to announce the Briggs-Pascoe Family Global Education Fund. - [Diversity Is A Strength For Maple Bear Schools Globally](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/diversity-is-a-strength-for-maple-bear-schools-globally/): One cannot ignore the value of diversity within an organization. - [SUSTAINABILITY EDUCATION PROVIDES GLOBAL CONNECTIONS THROUGH NEW PROGRAM](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/sustainability-education-provides-global-connections-through-new-program/): In the midst of COVID-19, the grave fact remains that our planet is still in dire need of urgent attention and universal change. - [THE ADVANTAGE OF BEING A PART OF A GLOBAL EDUCATION BRAND DURING A PANDEMIC](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/the-advantage-of-being-a-part-of-a-global-education-brand-during-a-pandemic/): Pandemic preparedness was not scheduled into the academic calendar at our Maple Bear schools for the year 2020. - [FEMALE LEADERS ARE KEY TO FULFILLING MAPLE BEAR’S VISION](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/female-leaders-are-key-to-fulfilling-maple-bears-vision/): While education as a profession has always been a field in which female teachers have been successful, even in 2021, there are still significantly more men in administrative and leadership roles in the education sector around the globe. - [THE GOOD NEWS IS WE CONTINUE TO GROW](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/the-good-news-is-we-continue-to-grow/): Even in the midst of a global pandemic and the resulting economic downturn affecting countless companies and countries, there are, gratefully, signals of positive growth. - [MAPLE BEAR LATIN AMERICA RANKED ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-latin-america-ranked-one-of-the-best-places-to-work/): Just as quality education is a key component to student success, organizational culture is a vital characteristic attributed to a successful, favourable workplace. - [MAPLE BEAR STORIES OF GIVING BACK IN TOUGH TIMES](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-stories-of-giving-back-in-tough-times/): It is no surprise that 2020 has been an extremely challenging year filled with endless uncertainties and concerns impacting the health, safety, education, and livelihoods of our family and friends. - [CONGRATULATIONS TO THE VERY FIRST MAPLE BEAR GRADUATING CLASS](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/congratulations-to-the-very-first-maple-bear-graduating-class/): At Maple Bear Global Schools we are proud of the many milestones we have achieved over the years. We are now 15 years in operation in 24 countries with over 40,000+ students worldwide. - [THE DEMAND FOR PROFESSIONALLY RUN KINDERGARTEN & SCHOOL AND HIGH-QUALITY EDUCATION IS BOOSTED IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE BY THE CURRENT CRISIS](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/the-demand-for-professionally-run-kindergarten-school-and-high-quality-education-is-boosted-in-central-and-eastern-europe-by-the-current-crisis/): It was only one year ago, when Maple Bear Central and Eastern Europe opened Maple Bear Educational center in the beautiful town of Sibiu, Romania. Followed in the autumn 2020, despite the world health crisis, by the opening of the new Maple Bear Elementary school in Sofia which welcomed its students from kindergarten and elementary level with great success. - [NEW TEACHER TRAINING VIDEOS CONFIRM WE HAVE THE BEST PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR OUR TEACHERS](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/new-teacher-training-videos-confirm-we-have-the-best-professional-development-for-our-teachers/): Recognizing the benefits of having excellent training resources available to Maple Bear schools at all times, Maple Bear Global Schools’ faculty has been diligently working on six foundational videos that are due to be released globally in January of 2021. These videos have been designed and led by our faculty for new teachers and for teachers who just want to refresh and review the basics. - [OUR MAPLE BEAR TRAINERS SUCCESSFULLY PIVOT TO VIRTUAL TRAINING](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/our-maple-bear-trainers-successfully-pivot-to-virtual-training/): Pre-pandemic, our Maple Bear Trainers could be found all over the world training the teaching staff at our schools and ensuring that our program is delivered in the way it is meant to. - [MAPLE BEAR GLOBAL SCHOOLS’ COLLABORATION WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-global-schools-collaboration-with-the-university-of-winnipeg/): Maple Bear’s affiliation with the University of Winnipeg is a great official window for Maple Bear Global Schools into the Canadian education system. It enhances our ability to offer more professional learning and formal coursework to our teachers worldwide. It also allows us access to current research, advice, and formal programs for our trainers and teachers. - [How Will Maple Bear Address Learning Gaps in Our Students?](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/how-will-maple-bear-address-learning-gaps-in-our-students/): At Maple Bear, our teachers often get asked by worried parents: “How will you cover all the content knowledge that children have missed?" - [MAPLE BEAR OPENS THE FIRST SCHOOL IN BULGARIA](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-opens-the-first-school-in-bulgaria/): The first Maple Bear Elementary school in Sofia started implementing the Canadian methodology with 45 students at preschool and elementary level in a beautiful location. - [Tips on Handling Emotions Around Back to School](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/tips-on-handling-emotions-around-back-to-school/): The COVID-19 crisis has been a complete disruption to the normal flow of life for all families.  And currently, many countries around the world are in the process of reopening their schools in the midst of this pandemic. - [WHY MAPLE BEAR IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUNG CHILDREN DURING COVID-19](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/why-maple-bear-is-important-for-young-children-during-covid-19/): One of the most worrisome aspects of this COVID-19 pandemic is that it has disrupted education for the majority of children across the globe. Many of our Maple Bear students have been unable to return to their schools and are therefore still learning in a virtual environment at home. - [Practical Tips for Back to School During COVID-19](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/practical-tips-for-back-to-school-during-covid-19/): How can I support my child(ren) to navigate the return to school phase of this pandemic? - [The 12th Annual Maple Bear Brazil Convention Goes Virtual](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/the-12th-annual-maple-bear-brazil-convention-goes-virtual/): The 12th Maple Bear Brazil Annual Convention was very successful! Held every year, the convention brings together directors and owners of Maple Bear schools in Brazil and worldwide, in addition to the executive and management teams from both Maple Bear Global Schools and Grupo SEB. - [Academic Parent Tutorial Series: Supporting Your Children Through COVID-19](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/academic-parent-tutorial-series-supporting-your-children-through-covid-19/): Our Brazil Co-Associate Academic Directors, Arpi Babaian and Stewart Shinnan hosted a series of short parent-focussed academic tutorials to provide research-backed, actionable tips on a variety of parenting and education topics. From routines, to supporting English language development at home, Arpi and Stewart troubleshoot some of the most common parent concerns in these extraordinary times. - [RETURN TO SCHOOL – A GUIDE FOR PARENTS](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/return-to-school-a-guide-for-parents/): The pandemic continues to cause tremendous uncertainty about the future.  In particular, parents are struggling to understand what the transition back to school will look like for their children. - [MOTIVATING STUDENTS TO STUDY DURING COVID: A Q&A REVIEW](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/motivating-students-to-study-during-covid-a-qa-review/): Maple Bear Global Schools’ Co-Associate Academic Directors for Maple Bear Brazil, recently held a series of online tutorials with our amazing parents in Brazil to share some academic strategies for the new world of online education. The topics covered to-date include routines as a way to reduce stress at home, playing and learning with your children and supporting English language skills at home. - [ACADEMIC LOSS DURING COVID: A Q&A REVIEW](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/academic-loss-during-covid-a-qa-review/): Maple Bear Global Schools’ Co-Associate Academic Directors for Maple Bear Brazil recently held a series of online tutorials with our amazing parents in Brazil to share some academic strategies for the new world of online education.  The topics covered to-date include routines as a way to reduce stress at home, playing and learning with your children and supporting English language skills at home. - [Screen Time During the COVID Crisis](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/screen-time-during-the-covid-crisis/): Pre-COVID, screen time and technology use in general were always highly relevant topics among our parents. - [Supporting english language skills at home](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/supporting-english-language-skills-at-home/): It’s a core belief at Maple Bear that offering high quality bilingual Canadian education provides our students with more than just another language. - [Playing and learning with your children](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/playing-and-learning-with-your-children/): Play is good for everyone. At Maple Bear, play is part of our pedagogical foundation and we recommend that play (for children and adults) becomes an essential part of every day. - [Reopening of schools in Korea showcases Maple Bear’s global advantage](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/reopening-of-schools-in-korea-showcases-maple-bears-global-advantage/): Governments in Asia have begun to lift restrictions and allow businesses and schools to reopen during the pandemic.  With Maple Bear’s global network of schools, this gives us a significant advantage over other education providers who are now grappling with how to allow children back into the classroom as safely as possible. - [Routines can provide calm in chaotic times](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/routines-can-provide-calm-in-chaotic-times/): There is no doubt we are living in a challenging and unprecedented time. All of a sudden, parenting has become a 24 hour by 7 day job, and for those parents trying to work from home, there’s the additional complication of keeping the kids occupied, fed, and safe in a clean house while working and trying to keep worries about the future in check. - [Why empathy is an important life skill for children](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/why-empathy-is-an-important-life-skill-for-children/): Empathy reminds us that we are all human and that we share universal experiences and feelings. - [President’s Message to Parents on COVID-19](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/presidents-message-to-parents-on-covid-19/): In these unprecedented and stressful times, Maple Bear parents around the globe are now carrying the added burden of suddenly having to manage their child’s education from home. - [Maple Bear Global Schools’ High Quality Canadian Curriculum Goes Digital](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-global-schools-high-quality-canadian-curriculum-goes-digital/): Just a few short weeks ago, Maple Bear children around the world were happily learning in their classrooms. No one had any idea they would soon be in self-isolation with their families at home. - [Maple Bear global schools illness guidelines](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-global-schools-illness-guidelines/): The COVID-19 situation is changing rapidly around the globe and at Maple Bear Global Schools we are closely monitoring all government regulations for the countries in which we operate. We will continue to communicate in a timely manner with our school communities any updates as they occur. Please refer to our webpage outlining our Maple Bear Global Schools Illness Guidelines. - [What makes Maple Bear Canadian?](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/what-makes-maple-bear-canadian/): Canada is known for its cold winters, friendly people and hockey. - [Six reasons Maple Bear uniforms make sense](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/six-reasons-maple-bear-uniforms-make-sense/): BELONGING: Uniforms increase the sense of belonging to a community and help to develop school spirit and pride. EQUALITY: Wearing uniforms is a way to mitigate the visibility of the economic, social or cultural differences between students, and they are more cost-effective for families. DAILY ROUTINE: Uniforms make it easier for the parents and children in their daily routine. The Maple Bear uniforms are made with high quality cotton materials and child-safe textiles. Quality control is conducted through on-going certification and on-site audits. SAFETY: Uniforms increase student visibility to help ensure safety of children during day trips or activities outside the centre. Uniforms also make it much easier to identify individuals who might not belong on school grounds. At Maple Bear centres, safety is the number one priority. FOCUS: Uniforms stimulate the daily focus of children at the Maple Bear education center and allow creativity to come from educational choices, not consumerism. EDUCATION ROUTINE: Uniforms simplify the daily routine for children by making the mental transition from their home to kindergarten/ school easier. - [How I can help my child be ready for first grade](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/how-i-can-help-my-child-be-ready-for-first-grade/):   What Is Readiness? - [Why Maple Bear students learn “the joy of giving back” to their communities](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-students-learn-joy-giving-back-communities/): This is the time of year when the delight of giving is on full display. No matter the culture, families exchange holiday gifts and donate to their communities to ensure those less fortunate are also able to celebrate. - [Bilingual Immersion FAQ’s](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/bilingual-immersion-faqs-2/): Many parents who send their children to a Maple Bear School intuitively understand the immersion approach that we utilize, but they still have many questions and concerns. - [Playing is learning](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/playing-is-learning/): All Maple Bear Early Childhood programs emphasize play and play-based learning as critical components of the curriculum. Whether the children are learning language or developing literacy, exploring numeracy or discovering the natural world, play-based activities and experiences really enhance a wide-range of skills. - [Maple Bear Opens The First School in Central and Eastern Europe](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-opens-the-first-school-in-central-and-eastern-europe/): The Maple Bear school network, now 20 countries strong, has proven its efficiency since 2005 no matter the culture or the language. There are over 420 Maple Bear schools all over the globe and over 41,000 students, and the network keeps growing. - [Reading Is A Family Affair](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/reading-is-a-family-affair/): At the preschool level, reading is the doorway to developing strong reading and writing skills in our children.  Maple Bear believes in the importance of reading both at school and at home. We always encourage our parents and caregivers to read together with their child. - [Building Inclusive Classrooms](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/building-inclusive-classrooms/): At Maple Bear Global Schools, we are always striving to make sure we are creating inclusive classroom environments where students with special needs are supported and are set up for success. - [What Makes Maple Bear Unique](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/what-makes-maple-bear-unique/): Selecting the right school for a child is a daunting task as a parent.  We know this from parents who tell us about their decision-making process as well as from being parents ourselves. - [Maple Bear and Our Approach to 21st Century Education](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-and-our-approach-to-21st-century-education/): What should education look like for our children today in order to help them prepare for an uncertain, continually changing tomorrow? As a parent, how do I know my children will be able to thrive in the 21st century, in an automated world that is changing at such a fast pace? - [Understanding PISA](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/understanding-pisa/): Canada’s education system consistently ranks among the best in the world as evaluated by a study called PISA - the Programme for International Student Assessment. - [Technology in the Maple Bear Classroom](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/technology-in-the-maple-bear-classroom/): Children have been heavily impacted in both good ways and bad by technological advances and in particular, by the digital devices which deliver them. - [Our Academic Affiliation with the University of Winnipeg Sets Us Apart](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/our-academic-affiliation-with-the-university-of-winnipeg-sets-us-apart/): Our academic affiliation with the University of Winnipeg sets us apart from any other international education brands around the world. It not only provides us with direct access to top education experts in the country, it elevates the quality of our teacher training initiatives and our classroom curriculum. - [Maple Bear Gives Back: Community Investment Strategy Launches in Brazil](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-gives-back-community-investment-strategy-launches-in-brazil/): Giving back, or community investment, is not new to Maple Bear at a local or national level, but for the first time ever, Maple Bear Global Schools is launching an international fundraising campaign to support the Terry Fox Foundation, with Maple Bear Schools in Brazil serving as the pilot country. - [Maple Bear Expands into Eastern and Central Europe](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/maple-bear-expands-into-eastern-and-central-europe/): Maple Bear Global Schools is excited to announce a new partnership with Rocket Education to create Maple Bear Central & Eastern Europe which will bring Maple Bear Canadian schools into Central & Eastern Europe. - [Keeping the Maple Bear curriculum up-to-date is our priority](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/keeping-the-maple-bear-curriculum-up-to-date-is-our-priority/): One of the most significant strengths of Maple Bear is our ongoing commitment to ensuring our curriculum reflects current educational trends and is aligned with the local education regulations at each of our schools all over the world. - [What is bilingual education?](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/what-is-bilingual-education/): Not surprisingly, this is a question I am often asked. - [Bilingual Immersion FAQ’s](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/bilingual-immersion-faqs/): Many parents who send their children to a Maple Bear School intuitively understand the immersion approach that we utilize, but they still have many questions and concerns. - [A Parent’s Guide to Play](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/a-parents-guide-to-play/): Play in the Maple Bear Early Childhood Programs - [Early literacy development is not just about learning to read](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/early-literacy-development-is-not-just-about-learning-to-read/): Many people mistakenly believe that literacy development in pre-school children is only about teaching them to read through formal instruction. ## Pages - [The Bear Magazine](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/magazine/) - [Terms and conditions](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/terms-and-conditions/): These general terms and conditions govern the terms of use of maplebear.bg, hereinafter for short the "website". - [Cookies Policy](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/cookies-policy/): "Cookies" are short text files or small packages of information that are stored by the Internet browser of your terminal device (computer, tablet, laptop or mobile phone) when you visit various sites and pages on the Internet. 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Joining our team in one of our schools in Central and Eastern Europe or at our Central Office in Sofia, Bulgaria, means becoming part of the largest educational network in the world, a dynamic global company that embraces the renowned Canadian educational approach and values. - [Privacy Statement](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/privacy-statement/): Information about the controller of personal data: - [Contact](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/contact/): We welcome questions of a general nature submitted using the form below. For inquiries requiring additional information or attachments, please email info@maplebear-cee.com. - [Find a School](https://www.maplebear-cee.com/find-a-school/): Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. 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