At International Preschools, our approach to education is anything but typical. From the exceptionally low teacher to student ratios to the various languages and cultures present in our classrooms, we are teaching the kids to appreciate the world and each other. Our goal is to not only prepare our students for future academic success, but to make a more sizable, even global, impact in our young students' lives.
Our little learners benefit from direct instruction in Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, German, and French, while interacting with multilingual teachers and classmates who, in total, speak over 14 different languages. We understand that full-day kindergarten is not for everyone.
Our little learners benefit from direct instruction in Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, German, and French, while interacting with multilingual teachers and classmates who, in total, speak over 14 different languages. We understand that full-day kindergarten is not for everyone.
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International Preschools was created to fill a couple of huge gaps in preschool education. There is evidence that the mind is still essentially doing its hardwiring during the first few years of life, with supporting research that children should be exposed to second languages, art, music, and a robust vocabulary in early childhood.
We believe in cultivating children's critical and creative intelligences. With daily activities emphasizing each of the learning styles, children will be free to create and explore as they encounter new challenges. By modeling self-correcting behavior, teachers will assist students in developing the intellectual framework necessary for making appropriate, reasoned decisions.
International Preschools believes in an exposure approach to culture and language learning, and introduces various languages and customs. At this time, at least ten different languages are represented by students and parents of International Preschools (English, Spanish, German, French, Japanese, Hindi, Italian, and Korean, to name a few).
We take a new approach to our curriculum as well. In addition to learning ABCs and 123s, our students learn how to learn, and love it! Monthly themes become weekly topics, but our proven methodology remains the same: through a process of inquiry and dialog, we encourage our students to ask questions and form a bigger picture.
We've found that the hustle and bustle of an open house isn't the best way for each family to get their individual questions answered, so please contact us to schedule a personal tour at your convenience. Our new families will have an opportunity to get to know one another, the school, and the teachers better in our Meet and Greet in August.
Reviews (10)
Kerri Fuller
Jan 13, 2020
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My 2 and 3 year old boys currently attend International Preschool on Amsterdam Way and absolutely love it. My husband and I are equally impressed by the program. Their unwavering focus on the individual student and the emphasis on unstructured play to foster creativity and confidence is exceptional. We also appreciate the daily exposure to a variety of languages and cultures, thus broadening our children’s appreciation and respect for others. IPS has exceptional leadership and the teachers are truly incredible. They personalize their teaching for the individual and constantly demonstrate love
Phil Ellen
Dec 18, 2019
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Choosing to place all three of our boys in Kindergarten at IPS was the absolute best choice we have made for them regarding schooling thus far! They all three have late birthdays, and we knew they weren't quite socially or academically ready to go off to Elementary school. With a smaller class size, the IPS Kindergarten class gave them the confidence they needed to succeed in Elementary school. They received 1:1 focused attention from their teachers in a hands-on learning environment. Our youngest son is in Elementary School Kindergarten this year and breezes through his school work! Even if your
Angela Schnabel
Nov 15, 2019
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Amazing, loving, kind, nurturing, these are just a few words to describe International Preschools. From the co-directors to the teachers and staff, my kids were taken care of and loved every single day. As soon as you walk in you are met with warmth and feel safe and secure leaving your children in their care. The directors are always available to talk! The teachers are experienced and loving. My children were always engaged, having fun, and learning. We especially loved the foreign language curriculum! We moved out of town and this is the one thing we miss the most! No other preschool compares
Jessica Olivier
Oct 20, 2019
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International Preschools is the best! I am continuously blown away with how the directors, teachers, and staff know every single student and how they go the extra mile to make each one of them feel special, safe, cared for, and engaged. I love the ride home from school when I get to ask my 3 year old all about his day and watch it magically playback through his excited eyes. Naturally pretty introverted, he is socially blossoming and making friends, trying new (and vegetarian!) food, and learning more than I ever anticipated for his age. I cherish the community IPS fosters and I am thrilled at
Julianne Hegeman
Oct 08, 2019
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We love everything about International Preschools! The teachers and staff are compassionate and caring. It is a very calm and welcoming environment. Each day the co-directors greet the children and parents with a bright smile. There is a wonderful community of parents. Our 2 year old’s teacher is incredibly creative. The kids learn through a variety of songs, books and hands on activities. We love hearing our daughter sing new songs (sometimes in other languages). There is also plenty of time for free play and socialization with friends. The kids are offered healthy snacks and lunches. Our daughter
Erin Buda
Oct 02, 2019
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We have been part of the International Preschools family for five years (and counting). IPS is an amazing in town preschool with the most caring teachers, staff and parents. You can't beat the small classroom environment, the daily language lessons and playtime in the indoor and outdoor playground and garden. We are so thankful for such a special community for our two young children to learn and grow.
Sara Saunders Mitchell
Sep 30, 2019
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International Preschool is a little gem! We are having a wonderful experience with this school. Everyone from the principals to the teachers and other parents- everyone is supported and really cares about the children. When I walked into this school I had a good feeling and then I talk to Ms Megan and felt even better. We are so happy we chose this school.
Jenn Trimboli Pierce
Sep 08, 2019
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We loved our time at IPS! Our daughter went there for three years. I worked from home so I really just needed a place where she could go for 2 days a week, and then eventually 3 days. Her teachers each year were so warm, caring, and kind. The class size was kept small so the kids all grew to be a little family. It was an incredible foundation for her early years. We still keep in contact with some teachers and fellow parents, and our daughter still talks about how much she loved it there, even two years after graduating!
Kristen Rajagopal
Aug 18, 2019
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My 4 and 2 year old sons have attended IPS for the past two years, and they love it! My husband and I love it too. This school is - above all else - nurturing, flexible, and willing to do what is needed to give your kids and you as the parent the best possible experience.
The school is centrally located to the Midtown, Ansley Park, Morningside, and Virginia Highland neighborhoods. It is clear from the moment you walk in that the school is a happy place focused on finding what is special about kids this age and letting them shine.
The administrators are truly special and unique. They care about
The school is centrally located to the Midtown, Ansley Park, Morningside, and Virginia Highland neighborhoods. It is clear from the moment you walk in that the school is a happy place focused on finding what is special about kids this age and letting them shine.
The administrators are truly special and unique. They care about
Saskia Valerie Owoade
Jun 19, 2019
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We chose IPS based on its great mixture of languages, a relaxed environment and lots play-based learning. We were also keen on having our kids slowly prepare for the GSE or ‘kindergarten preparedness’ with a solidly thought out curriculum.
Our oldest son is now in kindergarten and we are very happy that he was prepared for the classroom type setting and the amount of work. Whilst the transition was not easy, without IPS giving him such a strong foundation it would have been much more difficult.
Our two younger sons and currently enrolled and we look forward to hopefully another 4 years at
Our oldest son is now in kindergarten and we are very happy that he was prepared for the classroom type setting and the amount of work. Whilst the transition was not easy, without IPS giving him such a strong foundation it would have been much more difficult.
Our two younger sons and currently enrolled and we look forward to hopefully another 4 years at
