🌟 A Passion for Childhood Education: With Theodor of Mind Body Soul Children’s Society
By Keith Walsh
In 2009, when entrepreneur Theodor Mikhaylov was preparing to become a father, he realized that simply enrolling his child in an ordinary daycare wasn’t enough. He wanted something better—so he created his own: Brooklyn’s Little Princeton. What began as a father’s dream quickly grew into a lifelong mission to bring exceptional early childhood education to families.
Today, through Mind Body Soul Children’s Society, Theodor provides educational opportunities for children from 6 months to 6 years of age across a wide range of inspiring classes. From Ballet to Fencing, Cooking to Martial Arts, Math, Language, Music, STEM and more, children are guided to explore their talents while parents enjoy additional programs such as Mommy & Me classes and parent workshops.
Mind Body Soul Children’s Society is currently applying for nonprofit status, which will help expand these services to even more children and families. Alongside three affiliated preschools, the organization is proud to offer accelerated learning in nurturing environments—with excellent student-to-teacher ratios and some of the highest standards in the field. Every lead teacher holds at least a master’s degree, while assistants bring a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and five years of New York City daycare experience.
“Our teachers bring out the best in every one of their students,” says Theodor. “They are passionate about their work, treat each child as an individual, and tailor lessons to highlight every child’s unique strengths.”
Creating Leaders Through Academics and Play
By blending hands-on teaching methods with insights from leading educational theories, Mind Body Soul has developed a one-of-a-kind approach to early childhood education. Their goal is to give children the strongest possible foundation for success in school—including preparation for gifted and talented programs.
An important part of this mission is the focus on leadership skills. “I want my kids to think outside the box and be leaders,” Theodor explains.
Building a Brighter Future
Mind Body Soul Children’s Society is dedicated to raising well-rounded children—fostering social, cognitive, and emotional growth through a holistic educational model. Their expanding list of services includes:
By Keith Walsh
In 2009, when entrepreneur Theodor Mikhaylov was preparing to become a father, he realized that simply enrolling his child in an ordinary daycare wasn’t enough. He wanted something better—so he created his own: Brooklyn’s Little Princeton. What began as a father’s dream quickly grew into a lifelong mission to bring exceptional early childhood education to families.
Today, through Mind Body Soul Children’s Society, Theodor provides educational opportunities for children from 6 months to 6 years of age across a wide range of inspiring classes. From Ballet to Fencing, Cooking to Martial Arts, Math, Language, Music, STEM and more, children are guided to explore their talents while parents enjoy additional programs such as Mommy & Me classes and parent workshops.
Mind Body Soul Children’s Society is currently applying for nonprofit status, which will help expand these services to even more children and families. Alongside three affiliated preschools, the organization is proud to offer accelerated learning in nurturing environments—with excellent student-to-teacher ratios and some of the highest standards in the field. Every lead teacher holds at least a master’s degree, while assistants bring a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and five years of New York City daycare experience.
“Our teachers bring out the best in every one of their students,” says Theodor. “They are passionate about their work, treat each child as an individual, and tailor lessons to highlight every child’s unique strengths.”
Creating Leaders Through Academics and Play
By blending hands-on teaching methods with insights from leading educational theories, Mind Body Soul has developed a one-of-a-kind approach to early childhood education. Their goal is to give children the strongest possible foundation for success in school—including preparation for gifted and talented programs.
An important part of this mission is the focus on leadership skills. “I want my kids to think outside the box and be leaders,” Theodor explains.
Building a Brighter Future
Mind Body Soul Children’s Society is dedicated to raising well-rounded children—fostering social, cognitive, and emotional growth through a holistic educational model. Their expanding list of services includes:
- Daycare consultation and training, grounded in the Montessori philosophy
- Aool our programs offering multiple classes under one roof
- An online daycare with a downloadable curriculum for parents, educators, and childcare centers
- A developing special needs learning center to ensure inclusivity
- Community outreach programs, parent workshops, and on-site nutritional guidance