03/22/09

One of NYC's Best Kept Secrets

by Dadx2

I passed by the school to enroll my son. The entrance is on the ground floor, but when I entered a relaxed and peaceful environment greeted me. I was happy to see children so focused on their tasks.

There are 2 classrooms with beautiful painted murals and children’s art hanging on the walls.

Classical music was playing in the background, which I thought was a wonderful addition.

I found this little paradise to be very suitable for my son, and would strongly recommend this preschool.

I think it is one of the best kept secrets in NYC!

• Pros: Adorable for both kids and parents
• Cons: Hard to find!

03/20/09

A great Frencjh preschool

by isolas

I am moving from France and I want my daughter to continue the French language while living in New York. I was delighted to hear about this preschool that teaches French.

I also want to make sure that the curriculum is a good one, because we will be moving back to France in a couple of years and would like my child to be up to the French system standard.

So, while I was in New York looking for apartments, I contacted the school to observe the class and see what is being offered and how the French is incorporated into the program.

I must say that I had a great visit. Everyone seems to be enjoying themselves including the teachers!

One child built a fabulous castle with her friend. It is a mixed age group 0f 3 & 4 yr olds, one teacher was working with an older child helping her with her writing skills. The other teacher was overseeing a table of art projects using recyclable kitchen towel tubes.

I felt the program covered a lot of education and fun so I decided to enroll my daughter at this particular school.

Mom 64

• Pros: French language program

03/16/09

A wonderful Montessori Preschool

by melaW

This bilingual program has a lot to offer. While visiting this school, the director gave me a tour and

handed me the curriculum which covers a great deal of learning. There are plenty of materials for children to choose from. I teach at a Montessori school, and understand the philosophy, which is about giving children the freedom to choose the activities that are interesting to them.

I was curious to see what this school is all about because I heard so much about it from my friends.

The class itself is very beautifully designed. The tables and chairs are unique. The children were

having fun, learning a lot in a nurturing environment. And that’s what matters!

As a teacher I can say that this program is very good and would recommend it to parents.

MW

• Pros: French/English/Eco-friendly Education