Why Ya Ya Preschool
100% Mandarin Immersion
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Teachers only speak Mandarin to children at school
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All subject areas are taught 100% in Mandarin
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The most effective pathway to achieve meaningful fluency tested out by our education team after 35 years of collective experience in the field of Mandarin immersion.
Time-Tested Curriculum
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Our topic-based curriculum is originally designed by early childhood educators, and it has been impacting children in NYC for the past 15 years.
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All the topic learning station activities integrate components of language, art, science, math and more.
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Enrolled families have exclusive access to digital learning support materials throughout the school year.
Collaborative Teachers
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Every Ya Ya teacher is a superstar because they actively collaborate among each other and receive ongoing training and hands-on support from our education team.
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Our teachers shower children with unconditional love. Their top priority is to ensure that every child receives the individualized attention they deserve.
Drop Off Programs
Beginners Twos Club
2 to 3 years
A two-morning enrichment class that gives children initial exposure to Mandarin.
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A light schedule to kick off your child’s Mandarin learning journey
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Small class with low student and teacher ratio
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Led by loving, experienced full time Ya Ya teachers
Preschool
2 years to Pre-K
A nursery program that prepares children for future success
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5 full day or 5 half day options to maximize Mandarin exposure
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Well-rounded curriculum that helps children develop social-emotional, cognitive, math, science, early literacy, and physical skills
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Safe and home-like environment where every child’s individual needs are met
Grownup & Me Programs
Bao Bao Singalong
0 to 2 years
A 45-minute Mandarin class filled with in-house produced music and movement.
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Baby and young toddler’s first exposure to Mandarin
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A perfect bonding time for children and their grownups
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Families of all language and cultural backgrounds are welcome
Early Preschool Prep (EPP)
18 to 24 months
A 90-minute class that meets twice a week designed for young toddlers to get a taste of the preschool routine.
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Small class with up to 8 children
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Topic-based curriculum delivered by our professionally trained early childhood teacher
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Hands-on projects that facilitate Mandarin development, curiosity, and creativity
What Parents Have to Say
Get in touch with our admissions team to:
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Schedule a time to tour our school
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Learn more about our application process and tuition
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Dive deeper into our Mandarin immersion curriculum
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Gain access to our community events and education resources