about me

Bahar Ojarova is a dedicated educator, language instructor, and teacher trainer based in Istanbul, Turkey. With over 15 years of experience in teaching and inspiring young learners, she has built a reputation for her innovative and inclusive approach to education. Bahar specializes in combining creative drama, storytelling, and language instruction to foster meaningful and engaging learning experiences for children. Her passion for education lies in creating an environment where every student can thrive emotionally, intellectually, and socially.

Bahar is the founder of Little Stars Theatre English, a program designed to teach Turkish, English, French, and Russian to children through creative drama, storytelling, and theatre-based techniques. At Little Stars, she incorporates methodologies such as Montessori, Froebel, Waldorf, and Reggio Emilia to cultivate curiosity, confidence, and communication skills in her students. Her innovative approach ensures that children not only learn a language but also develop essential life skills in an enjoyable and interactive way.

Jeux Avec Miss B. is the new home of Bahar Ojarova’s creative English learning sessions for young children in Toulouse. Known as Miss B., she brings over five years of experience in early childhood language education through storytelling, drama, and sensory play. Her unique approach blends emotional learning with joyful interaction, helping children build confidence in English from an early age. Discover workshops, storytime events, and parent-child sessions specially designed for ages 2 to 7, all in a warm, imaginative, and multilingual environment. Learn more at www.jeuxavecmissb.fr.

In addition to running Little Stars, Bahar works as an English Drama Teacher integrating creative drama techniques into language education for young learners. Since 2023, she has also been acting as a Storyteller at Kidsnook, engaging children through interactive storytelling sessions that build their language skills and emotional intelligence. As a Teacher Trainer with Global CPD, Bahar shares her expertise in creative drama and ESL (English as a Second Language) methodologies with other educators, helping them implement innovative teaching techniques in their own classrooms.

Bahar’s academic background reflects her commitment to education and her passion for understanding child development. She earned a degree in French Language and Literature from Adnan Menderes University and Jean-François Champollion University in 2015, graduating as the top student in her department. She also completed CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults), further perfecting her language teaching skills and methodologies. She is currently pursuing further studies in Child Development, continuing to deepen her understanding of how to support children’s holistic growth through education.

Beyond her formal education, Bahar has earned certifications that enhance her unique teaching style. She is a certified Storyteller through Kidsnook and has completed a Fairy Tale Therapy certification program at Detologiya School in Russia. These qualifications allow her to combine imaginative storytelling and therapeutic methods to engage and inspire young learners effectively.

Bahar’s passion for theatre has been an integral part of her personal and professional journey. Since 2011, she has actively performed in productions across Turkey, and her theatrical experience significantly informs her teaching approach. By incorporating performance techniques into her lessons, Bahar creates an immersive and exciting environment that captures her students' attention and makes language learning an enjoyable experience.

Fluent in English, French, Russian and Turkish, Bahar’s multilingual abilities enable her to connect with diverse groups of students and educators. She also emphasizes creative problem-solving and the development of emotional intelligence, ensuring that her students gain essential skills for their future.

When she’s not teaching or performing, Bahar shares her insights and experiences online. She actively engages with her community on platforms such as LinkedIn and Instagram, where she showcases her innovative teaching methods and creative projects. Her enthusiasm for learning and teaching continues to drive her mission to inspire and empower children and educators alike.

Bahar Ojarova’s dedication to integrating creative arts into language education, combined with her extensive experience and academic achievements, makes her a standout professional in the fields of education and theatre. She remains committed to exploring new horizons in teaching, empowering children to discover their potential through creativity and learning.