We have been coming to Language beans for Mandarin since our son was 2. The teachers have all been…read moreamazing, which is the reason our son is still taking classes here. Rachel, the current teacher, has been warm and encouraging and has been able to get our son to start conversing in Mandarin at class, which is a big step forward. Mimi, one of the founders is always pleasant and accommodating as much as possible if we miss a class. The kids in the class get along well and have fun there, which is set up by both the teachers and staff. If our son didn't like coming here, we would have picked a different place a long time ago but he enjoys it and so do we!

I first learned about Language Beans when a parent in my daughter's preschool arranged to have them…read morecome in to do lessons once a week (we are native English speakers). I wanted my child to have exposure to a second language, but I had planned to limit that to Spanish (which I speak a bit and which she got in little bits of in her PreK). She LOVED the Mandarin classes, though -- and when I'd ask her for any Spanish (even basics like hello) she would look at me blankly, but she would sing entire songs in Mandarin. Cut to a year later, and in the fall of her Kindergarten year there was a Spanish after school program associated with her school. I signed her up there (partly for ease/cost, and partly bc I figured we'd switch officially). But again -- blank stares when I'd ask how the class went. She'd bring home little worksheets etc. but it really seemed like the class was kind of dull and not engaging. And she kept asking me to "go back to Mandarin." So for the second semester we enrolled her in the LB class and by luck the same teacher that had taught her preK (Rachel) was teaching the time we wanted. Yet again: SHE LOVES IT. Example: today she spontaneously says from the back of the car: "yi plus er equals san." (1+2=3). She also has used a mandarin word for something (like "snake") at random, and because I speak zero mandarin I'll say "what??" and she'll say "it's Mandarin, mommy!" I also like that the teachers communicate the curriculum really well, and provide helpful material for parents like us who don't speak the language at all. My daughter's also comes home with work that shows how engaged she is; including beautiful written characters that the teacher has meticulously given feedback on. It's clear that she's learning a lot, and enjoying it, which is to me the most you can ask for! So, we're loving it. Highly recommended!

We have had our kids at Victoria Children's group for over 2 years. The children have always been…read morewell cared for and safe. The staff has been very helpful in communicating with us about our children's behavior and academic progress. Our older child started at public school this year and she is ahead of many of her peers with all she learned at Victoria Children's group. We actually have her at Victoria for afterschool still, specifically because we feel that the academic support is better there than at some other afterschool programs we looked at. The new facility on Grand and Orchard is bright and pleasant and the kids feel good about going there. More importantly, the staff is kind, the kids talk very positively about their teachers and helpers, and they have made many nice friends among the other kids there.

My daughter was there for half-year. She stays a half year in CA and half year in NY. She was in…read morethe grand st location for a half year. She started without knowing any character in English and she was shy to social. Now she is able to communicate in English and made many friends there, she will also ask kids to play together in the park to make new friends. Great Program with friendly staff and fun activities. I really appreciate all hard work that staffs put in. She's very happy there and she learned a lot!

From recommendations by close friends, we enrolled our son (who is now 15 years old) to the…read moreChinatown Day Care Center for three years (2002 - 2005). From my fond memories of dropping him off on his first day (watching him cry) and seeing him graduate from pre-K, we have nothing but praise for the center. The day care center not only taught my son the three R's but also learned his culture with performances during the Chinese New Year. The center prepared him for the "gifted" children program but most importantly prepared him for primary school. As a parent, I always believe that there is nothing wrong with giving children a head start. Chinatown Day Care is that head start...

My 2 sons graduated from CDC, wonderful. We are extremely…read moregrateful to the kindergarten teachers for their immense patience and care, attentively looking after each child. The campus environment is safe, giving parents great peace of mind. The curriculum is rich and well-structured, focusing on the holistic development of the children. Additionally, the Pre-K provides numerous opportunities for children to showcase their talents, helping them grow in confidence through performances. Thank you Ms.Li & CDC, for creating a warm and joyful learning environment for the children! 非常推荐！有中文辅助教育。实在是唐人街附近最好的亚裔幼儿园。

Love this school so much, both of my daughters have attended since infancy. They are learning…read moremandarin! The teachers are great, the program is academic but also loving. The girls have learned so much and are also learning socialization at an early age. I also really like and respect the director, Ms. Anita. They also provide 3 meals which my girls actually seem to enjoy eating. I am very happy with this daycare.

My daughter has been going to this center since she was 2 years old. She is now 4.5 and in their…read moreafter school program. My daughter really enjoys her time there. She loves her teachers and have fun with her peers. I feel the center equally focuses on early education and creative playtime. I especially like how there is both a Chinese and English speaking teacher in the classroom. it is a great environment for any young child.

What this school lacks in space, it makes up for in the incredibly loving and enriching environment…read morethe school principal, Amy and her staff create in this small but wonderful nursery school. My daughter attended this school for 6 months for the 2016-17 school year. My only complaint is that I wish we could have sent her to MLV for the entire school year. This school tuition is competitively priced for similar private nursery schools this neighborhood. It is close to mass transit both beneath and above the ground. Security is excellent, in order for your to enter the school you must first be buzzed in and there is usually a staff person who greets those who enter before entering the school. MLV is centrally located with several local and wonderful parks in the immediate vicinity. The number one reason why you should send your child to this school are the people who work there. Everyone at the school, both management and staff are a joy to interact with. Our child usually came home with smile on her face and when she didn't, staff were always available to consult to discuss whatever classroom politics took place that day that didn't agree with her. I could go on forever about all of the great things about this school. Ask to speak with parents who have sent their children there as a reference. I can't imagine any that would ever give this school anything but stellar marks. If you want a loving and encouraging space for your little one, (and who doesn't?) look no further than MLV.

From the owner: MLV is a progressive and inclusive preschool. We draw upon many different schools of thought in the…read morefield of early childhood education, but are particularly influenced and greatly inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to teaching. Our understanding of the Reggio Emilia approach begins with an imperative respect for the child. A respect for their innate ability. A respect for their sense of wonder. A respect for the rights of every child.

I was skeptical about online baby class at first. But I'm really surprised how much my daughter…read moreloves their BaoBao class. She gets really excited hearing the songs. I've heard lots of great things learning a second language when the kids are young (super young, like when they're still a baby). When the pandemic started, I began to look for online options for my 4m. I've tried a few places and finally settled here. Their teachers are with great energy. We listen to their music all the time from their website. The stuff they prepare for parents are very neat. I am picking up a few Mandarin words after 5 months of singalong. Love the classes!

My son has been going to Mandarin Seeds for three years. I am so glad that I've found this place…read more The teachers are knowledgeable and friendly. The director knows every kid and says hi to us every time we're in the school. The classroom is kept very clean, Asian style - shoes off. My son is learning so much and asking to write mandarin characters. Great school!

My daughter started attending First Steps Academy when she was just over four months old. She's…read moreturning eight months old next week so I think we have been there long enough to write a review. I absolutely love the daycare. The staffs and teachers are always so friendly and warm. The teachers at the infant class are very patient and attend to the needs of each baby. For a first time mom, this is extremely important (it's not easy to entrust anyone with my daughter at the beginning). In addition to attend to the babies' basic needs, they also exposed the babies with arts, music and other activities to stimulate their development. Overall, we are very pleased with First Steps.

My 3 yr old son has been attending this school since December and I couldn't be happier! The staff…read moreis caring, compassionate and hard working. The school is brand new and is a clean, safe and orderly environment that I feel very comfortable leaving my child in. The kids love each other and the teachers. They go on daily outings to the park, library and local shops to learn about the community. My child is happy going to school every day and is constantly talking about what he's learning that week (weather, colors, seasons, letters,...) or what adventure he's been on with his friends. I also feel a sense of family from the staff as well as the other parents. This is a very sweet school that all parents of young children should know about! I highly recommend First Steps on Clinton.

Play garden is truly a gem! My older daughter went to the summer camp and now my younger goes to…read morethe Playgarden Prep nursery school 5 days a week. We explored many options in the neighborhood and I'm convinced that Playgarden is the most nurturing, caring and stimulating environment for little ones. She's learned so much and loves her teachers. It has a strong literary focus and the kids get exposed to music, movement, science, nutrition and letters every week. The teachers work so hard and always impress me with the lessons for children. You can also tell that teachers love their students and their job. From experience, I can say that that is not always the case. We also love getting to take advantage of the indoor playground, especially in bad weather. Can't recommend enough!

Immaculate. Friendly staff. All equipment in great shape (no broken toys). Took a free trial class…read moreand it was VERY fun - my 14 month old LOVED it. We spent a lot of time in the playground and he would have stayed longer (we were there for almost 3 hours) but he was WAY too tired and fell asleep in his stroller 2 blocks away from the place.

This is my daughter's daycare center and I've been enrolling her since age 1 and the classes are…read morereally organized and packed with lots of activity. There are 2 teachers in each class and the curriculum is divided into English and mandarin. My daughter moved up 2 levels ever since she got there and all the teachers were very nice and supportive. They do a lot of arts and crafts in class and they get posted on the school walls. Tuition is a lot for kids below age 2 and after age 2 the tuition is few hundreds cheaper. The kids day to day activities, meals, and bowel urine movements are tracked and recorded on their mobile application that parents can see. The school also records and takes pictures of the kids' activities on their application. The school also hosts events like movie knights and holiday celebration after school with parents so it's very fulfilling that parents can engage with their children for these events. So far my daughter is learning a lot and a lot of discipline instilled in the classes. The school also has a room full of strollers where parents can park them until it's time for pick up at the end of the day.

Everyone from the administrators to the staff are great people!!. Very warm, welcoming and…read morepatient. Super supportive staff. Great communication via the app and very responsive to emails and phone calls. I would have kept my oldest there if she didn't age out of their program. They put my mind at ease about leaving my child there for the day. That in itself is priceless!! Both my children love being there. They have so much fun while learning at the same time. Highly recommend !!!!!!

Nice school and space. Spacious and clean main floor and stairs on the left. A swimming pool…read moredownstairs and shower areas. Good for some events and a security by the right when you walk in. There is a small step right when you open the door to go out from the lobby so be careful because there wasn't any sign and usually there's no steps like that so my friend tripped.

Best school ever. I really like the pool and the teachers like Ms. Golub the music teacherread more