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    Nuoyi Mandarin Immersion Montessori School

    5.0 (12 reviews)
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    Our primary objective when choosing Nuoyi Montessori was to immerse our child in a Chinese-speaking environment, but we quickly realized how truly special Huang Laoshi, Cici Laoshi, and Zheng Laoshi are. Not only do they provide incredibly gentle and attentive care, but they also teach practical life skills such as cutting fruit, putting on socks and shoes, and encouraging independence in everyday tasks. The teachers speak only Mandarin and celebrate Chinese holidays and traditions, which is something we deeply value. As generations go by, it's easy for culture and traditions to slowly fade, so having an environment that actively preserves and teaches them is incredibly meaningful to our family. What stands out most is the patience and thoughtfulness of the teachers. They don't simply do things for the children,they guide them carefully, allowing them to make mistakes in a safe and supportive way so they can learn, grow, and become more cognizant of their actions and surroundings. You can tell they genuinely respect the children as capable individuals. The environment itself is also very well designed and intentional. The space feels calm, nurturing, and thoughtfully prepared for children, and the yard is very spacious, allowing for a lot of freedom, exploration, and development. We are so grateful to have found a school that not only teaches language, but also values culture, independence, patience, and kindness.

    Cathy Z.

    If you are looking for a Mandarin Immersion school for your toddler, this is as good as it gets. We've known Ms. Huang for a few years now as she was also my older daughter's preschool teacher. On paper, she has everything you'd want in a Montessori teacher, with a Master's Degree In Montessori Early Child Education and 9 years of relevant work experience. In practice, she is patient, thoughtful, knowledgeable, and passionate about her work. All parents who interact with her can tell she truly wants the best for the children. In the short time my 2.5yo has enrolled in the school, he not only picked up Mandarin as his now primary language (in our mainly English speaking household) but learned practical life skills like eating with utensils, putting on/taking off shoes, peeling eggs, etc. She values the kids' social/emotional development just as much as their language development, while respecting their individual temperament and interests. Having a home based school also means a lower student to teacher ratio. This is not your typical daycare; she shares monthly instruction plans, daily photos, and designed 3 classrooms that are tailored to different ages and levels. We can't say enough good things about our experience here!

    Bobby L.

    Experienced Teachers: Teacher Huang is not only experienced but also uphold high standards and provide excellent guidance. Comprehensive Development: The curriculum and activities focus on the child's vocabulary, motor skills, social skills, and overall development. Enjoyable Learning Experience: My child is happy every day, learns a lot, and shows a very cheerful and lively demeanor. Some pros: - Teather Huang is friendly (easy to approach) and communicative. - The center has large open classrooms and outdoor play area. - Themed activities are held during holidays Includes traditional Chinese festivals. - Pictures are posted daily via email, so you can see how the kids are doing. - Daily scheduled after-school reading.

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