Metrokids Preschool - Battery Park City School 2 South End Avenue, Manhattan, New York 10280

"Our eldest son started here when the school opened in 2014 he is now at PS IS 276 and we felt that they prepared him very well for kindergarten and school overall. I currently have my daughters (4yr ,20m) here also. The teachers have always been very caring and attentive. The programs and activities the school runs are excellent. Many options exist in BPC, FIDI and Tribeca for Day Care. For two working parents we like that the school has significantly less closed days than some of the competitors. This saves considerable amount on additional day care costs and logistics . We like that food is provided during the day. Most importantly our children are happy and thrive."

"My son has been attending this school for 4 years. He has always been in a safe and caring environment built on great learning experiences and a professional and nurturing team. I chose this school because of the director, Michele’s focus on safety and hands in involvement with every detail of the school. The intensity with which she has around children growing and learning and her passion for putting the children first. I could not recommend the school, the staff or the experience more!"

"My daughter has been attending POA since September 2017 (starting the Pre-K year). I chose this school because aside from the location they are a dual language program and teach the kids in English and Mandarin. The classrooms are also fairly diverse which is a plus as well. I have no complaints here so far, the staff/teachers are wonderful and very accommodating. They are great at keeping up daily/weekly communication with the parents as far as what is going on in the school (what you can reinforce at home etc.) Head management Ms. Michele DeMizio is very helpful and readily available with any concerns that you may have. She too, will send out weekly updates with what's happening in the school (academics, safety, reminders of events etc.) As other reviews have said the school is in a great location right by the waterfront so the view is amazing."

"My two children attended POA for two years. My son started at 5 months and my daughter started at 1 1/2 years old. I was thrilled with the experience the entire time. Ms. Michele is extremely passionate about her role as director. It is very clear that the curriculum is so thoroughly planned and executed - my children excelled in each classroom they were in. Ms. Michele’s communication style is direct, which I appreciate. This is our kids we are trusting her with — I value directness. She was immediately responsive (in person and through emails) and always truly listened to our needs. She fosters community, incorporating the dual language aspect in an everyday practical sense. My children would even sing happy birthday in Mandarin for family parties! Stroller parking is a practical issue for any school and we Didnt find POA to be any better or worse than other programs. My daughter is now in Kindergarten and still speaks fondly of her POA teachers. I couldn’t recommend POA in Battery park city any more strongly. Our children thrived under Ms. Michele’s leadership."

"We’ve had two children over six years at two different Preschool of America locations with Ms. Michelle, and have had a great experience. She runs the daycare professionally and with passion, and the kids have had great experiences. Both got a terrific boost in their Mandarin from the bilingual teachers, and the experience has been warm and nurturing. This location is gorgeous as well. We would thoroughly recommend."