Staff Post

Aug 84 min read

Why Independence and Confidence in Childhood Matters - According to a Psychologist

Where does the gap between our expectations of working adults and the minimization of opportunities for independent learning in childhood ar

Montessori vs. Traditional Education: What Every Parent Should Know

Aug 13 min read

Montessori Approach

Montessori vs. Traditional Education: What Every Parent Should Know

Parents often wonder if transitioning from a Montessori school to a traditional educational environment is challenging.

My Journey with Bloom: A Personal Story of Innovation Clashing with Tradition

May 274 min read

Staff Post

My Journey with Bloom: A Personal Story of Innovation Clashing with Tradition

I hope that our Bloom story will serve as an inspiration, encouraging you to embark on your own journey of educational transformation,

May 143 min read

Meet the Staff

Meet the Staff: Dunja Gelineo Kajević, Music Teacher and Certified Montessori Educator

In this "Meet the staff" interview, Dunja Gelineo Kajević, a longtime teacher of musical culture and performing arts in Bloom, talks about

Embracing Educational Transformation: Challenges for teachers

Apr 113 min read

Staff Post

Embracing Educational Transformation: Challenges for teachers

We will delve into the challenges teachers face when transitioning from a teacher-centric to a student-led model of education.

Embracing Educational Transformation: Unearthing the Deep-Rooted Resistance

Apr 43 min read

Staff Post

Embracing Educational Transformation: Unearthing the Deep-Rooted Resistance

Beneath the surface of our educational systems, a tenacious resistance to change persists firmly entrenched within the traditional framework

Rethinking Education: From the Factory Model to a New Era

Mar 294 min read

Staff Post

Rethinking Education: From the Factory Model to a New Era

In the swiftly shifting landscape of the 21st century, the pivotal role of education in shaping our collective future cannot be underestimat

The Factory School Model – A Breakthrough of the Past, a challenge of the Present

Mar 194 min read

Staff Post

The Factory School Model – A Breakthrough of the Past, a challenge of the Present

In this article we embark on a short journey to explore the origins of the current educational model often referred to as the Factory Model.

Embracing Wholeness in Education: A Personal Journey of Transformation

Feb 233 min read

Staff Post

Embracing Wholeness in Education: A Personal Journey of Transformation

In 2007, I founded Bloom School in the forest surrounding the city of Sarajevo.

How to Talk to Children About War - Tips from a School Psychologist

Feb 204 min read

Staff Post

How to Talk to Children About War - Tips from a School Psychologist

If you decide to have this conversation with your children, here are some tips that can be useful...

The Role of the Teacher is to Nurture Confidence

Nov 29, 20233 min read

Staff Post

The Role of the Teacher is to Nurture Confidence

The role of a teacher in today's modern world is complex and comprehensive. A teacher is much more than a mere lecturer

Thematic Learning: Nurturing Curiosity and Connection

Oct 17, 20234 min read

Bloom Education Center

Thematic Learning: Nurturing Curiosity and Connection

My vision for education has found its home at the heart of Bloom, a Montessori school surrounded by nature.

Raising Virtuous Individuals: The Power of Ethics and World Religions

Oct 10, 20234 min read

Bloom Education Center

Raising Virtuous Individuals: The Power of Ethics and World Religions

Character development plays a crucial role in the holistic development of the child.

Sep 26, 20223 min read

Interviews

A Happy Child Follows Their Dream

Starting school is a very important life chapter for the whole family: uncertainty, excitement, fear of the unknown, happiness...