Dual Language Wonderschool

Shaz Lawrence

Program Director

Program Type

Microschool

Basics

Meals

Breakfast and Lunch

Snacks

2 per day

Potty Training

Not Required

Language(s) Supported

English

Ratio

1:4 teachers to children

Pay Schedules

Monthly and Weekly

Subsidized Care

Not Accepted

Philosophy

Language Immersion

Our Teachers

My name is Shaz and I am the Program Director at Montessori Preschool.

I have been an educator for over 25 years, and have taught children from 12 months of age to 18. I have a good understanding of how children learn best and how to bring out each child’s creativity. I have a Bachelors degree (Education), a Masters (Language Acquisition) and I am Montessori certified.

I am passionate about child-driven learning and because I have a good understanding of child cognitive development, I am able to meet the needs of each child individually.

Testimonials

The learning activities are so engaging for each child. My daughter keeps asking to go back every day! - Sarah Mendez, Jackson Heights

Ms. Shaz is phenomenal! Every activity the children do is creative and fun. This is a good place for children to be. - Jonas Miller, Rego Park

My child has learned so much since going to Ms. Shaz’s Preschool. I get to see what my daughter did each day with her own Personal Profile folder. It’s amazing! - Jackie L, Jackson Heights

Within 3 weeks of going to this Preschool, my 2 year old was toilet trained and he was happier than ever. I am forever grateful to Shaz for her amazing work with children - Bronte and Jillian Masters

Philosophy

At our Montessori Preschool we offer children many ways to grow and discover the world. We provide materials that are open-ended and engaging. Our program is driven by the interests of each child so our curriculum is personalized and challenging.

Our monthly units consist of stories, art, language, math, and movement activities that are developed by the children’s questions. We observe the learning taking place and document learning with a Personal Portfolio which includes samples of work, photos, objects and teacher observations.

Location

Just 2 blocks from the #7 train in Jackson Heights, our location is convenient for drop-off and with great parks nearby, there are lots of opportunities for safe outdoor play.