With the advancement of technology artificial intelligence (AI) is taking on increasing importance in our lives. We are the users of the same technology, although sometimes we are not even aware of it. Artificial intelligence has a significant impact on the digital economy and various aspects of society. Information systems, supported by the work of AI, are progressing more and more in many areas of work and life. This paper describes various applications and influences of artificial intelligence in education with special emphasis on kindergartens, as educational institutions. As part of the paper, a survey was conducted on how much preschool teachers are familiar with artificial intelligence and what their opinion is about its application, from a personal and professional point of view. The efforts and expectations of future applications of artificial intelligence in various fields are given, as well as the world's efforts to achieve the ultimate goal – a self-aware robot in the form of a human being. Such a goal no longer provokes ridicule and disbelief, but concern for the future of humanity and the general need for education about the possibilities, applications and achievements of artificial intelligence and its development in the coming decades.