Before: Children observe the fertilized eggs in the incubator at our 86th Street location.

What’s Happening At IPS: Chicks, Literacy, and More!

March 14, 2022

Posted in Classroom Themes, Curriculum, Green Rooms (3s), Pre-K (4s), Red Rooms (2s)

Throughout the months of February and March, there have been a variety of themes displayed within our classrooms. Interdisciplinary themes, combined with our play-based learning philosophy, were evident everywhere you went at The International Preschools! In February, both locations welcomed twelve fertilized eggs in incubators, which produced many fluffy chicks that were born on Valentine’s […]

Do you want to build a snowman? The Red Room at 86th Street did, using shaving cream for snow. A fun sensory experience!

Welcome Winter 2022!

January 31, 2022

Posted in Curriculum, Green Rooms (3s), Our Talented Teachers, Pre-K (4s), Red Rooms (2s)

To kick off the winter season at The International Preschools, our classes have been learning about all that comes in the month of January: the New Year and related celebrations, snow, ice, hibernation, and animals that live in predominantly cold-weather climates. Our play-based learning curriculum provides IPS students with a variety of outlets, from dramatic […]

The Holiday Season and the Winter Solstice at The International Preschools

January 10, 2022

Posted in Curriculum, Green Rooms (3s), Holidays/Culture Share, IPS Events, Pre-K (4s), Red Rooms (2s), Winter Solstice

At The International Preschools, the children and teachers spent time learning about the Winter Solstice throughout the month of December, concentrating on the concepts of light and dark. The majority of the holidays occurring during the months of November, December, and January honor the idea of light via candles, the sun, the stars, fire, etc. […]

October Events at The International Preschools

October 21, 2021

Posted in Classroom Themes, Curriculum, Green Rooms (3s), IPS Events, Multiculturalism at The International Preschools, Pre-K (4s), Red Rooms (2s), United Nations Day

The first month of school has been a huge success! Over the last several weeks, the children have acclimated nicely to the daily routines at IPS. The children and teachers are building strong relationships and creating a sense of community within their classrooms. The 2021-2022 school year is definitely off to a great start! During […]

Socializing at snack time with the Little Dolphins at 76th Street!

Snack Time and Lunch Time in Preschool: An Important Part of Your Child’s Day

August 9, 2021

Posted in Curriculum, Green Rooms (3s), Junior Kindergarten (4s/5s), Parents' Interests, Pre-K (4s), Red Rooms (2s)

At The International Preschools, all children have a morning snack time built into their daily schedule. Full day children have about 45 minutes for lunch, in addition to their morning snack. This is an important time of day for the children. First and foremost, snack time (and lunch time) keep the children nourished and their […]

Lunchtime at school is a big step in a preschooler's life!

Lunch Prep for Preschool

August 2, 2021

Posted in Green Rooms (3s), Parents' Interests, Pre-K (4s)

For many parents, this September will mark the first time that their child will attend a full day of preschool. With that comes the nightly (or for some, morning) routine of preparing your child’s lunch. It’s not an easy thing. After all, toddlers and preschoolers are notoriously picky and fickle about what they eat. Some […]