Stratford Schools Parkside

Nestled in the Parkside District, this neighborhood campus offers preschool and pre-kindergarten programs and our signature Mandarin Bilingual preschool and pre-kindergarten programs. Intentionally designed, our school is tailored specifically for young students! From an expansive playground with equipment and amenities that are just the right size to bright and spacious classrooms, children blossom in this safe, nurturing environment that focuses on excellence in instruction and learning. Each class is led by experienced teachers who create an encouraging learning connection with each child. We build trust, respect, and appreciation by creating meaningful relationships and interactions with our students, parents, and faculty.

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Tuition shown is as of 2024 and may have changed — confirm with the school.

Good questions to ask on a tour

1. 1Can you walk me through a typical day from drop-off to pickup?
2. 2What are the exact drop-off and pickup times, and is there any flexibility?
3. 3Beyond the listed tuition, what other fees should I expect (application, deposit, materials, field trips)?
4. 4How do you handle the transition for children starting mid-year or moving up from a younger classroom?
5. 5What is your potty-training policy, and how do you support children who are still learning?
6. 6How do you handle discipline, conflict between children, and big feelings?
7. 7How much of the day is in Mandarin, and do children need any prior exposure to the language?
8. 8What is your application timeline, and when do families typically hear back?
9. 9How large is each class, and what is the teacher-to-child ratio?
10. 10What does parent communication look like — updates, conferences, opportunities to be involved?