Administration
Kim Hope
Founder
Under the visionary leadership of Kim Hope, Bright Beginnings Nursery School was founded in 1992 with a loving focus on two-year-old children. What began as a small program quickly flourished, guided by a deep commitment to early childhood education. As the school grew, this passion led to the opening of The Burlington Academy of Learning in 1997.
The Burlington Academy of Learning is privately owned by Ms. Kim Hope and her son, Scott Dunstan. As a family-owned school, it has been at the heart of their lives for the past 35 years, with children and families always at the center of everything they do. This exciting expansion marked an important milestone in our journey and eventually brought us to our current home in Burlington, Connecticut.
Each step of our growth reflects our dedication to creating a nurturing, enriching, and inspiring environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Our family’s unwavering priority has always been — and continues to be — providing the very best care and education for every child entrusted to us.
Analía Ozano
Head of School
Analia Ozano has been a proud member of The Burlington Academy of Learning family since 2014.
She began her career at The Academy as a Kindergarten teacher and, after years of serving children, families, and staff, became Head of School in 2023.
With more than 15 years of experience in early childhood education, Analia is a certified Montessori educator and holds her Director Credential through Charter Oak State College. She is passionate about creating a school environment where children are celebrated, families feel supported, and teachers are empowered to inspire a lifelong love of learning.
As a polyglot who speaks four languages, Analia values cultural diversity and believes that strong relationships between school and home are the foundation of every child's success.
She is honored to lead The Burlington Academy of Learning and continue its 35-year tradition of educational excellence.
Tarynn Sigmon
Assistant Head of School
Tarynn@burlingtonacademy.com
Ms. Tarynn brings 17 years of experience and a deep love for Early Childhood Education to The Academy. She began her journey with us as the Waddler Head Teacher, where her dedication to our youngest learners quickly stood out. Through her exceptional leadership and natural ability to support both children and staff, she soon stepped into the role of Junior Academy Administrator.
We are thrilled to share that Ms. Tarynn has since been promoted to Assistant Head of School. In this role, she oversees daily school operations and works closely alongside our Head of School, Ms. Analía Ozano. Her passion for nurturing young minds, combined with her thoughtful leadership and commitment to excellence, has made a lasting impact on our community.
Ms. Tarynn’s growth from Waddler Head Teacher to Assistant Head of School is a true reflection of her hard work, innovative thinking, and her gift for inspiring students, families, and colleagues alike. We are grateful to have her leadership guiding our school forward
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