Marco Polo is a wonderful school, and we're so grateful for the two and a half years our family spent there. A special thank you to Kimberly and Jiang, who truly make the school feel like one big family. They create so many opportunities for both children and parents to connect and are always incredibly supportive. When Fiona first started, we went through some challenges with adjusting to school. Kimberly and Jiang were there for us every step of the way--not only helping Fiona feel comfortable and adjust, but also supporting us as parents and giving us helpful guidance on how to support her emotionally. That meant so much to our family. All of the teachers we've met have been warm and friendly, and the school is always well cared for. Teacher Tima and Paris are especially sweet and caring with the children, and Teacher Eric even introduces them to some basic Spanish, which Fiona really enjoyed. They also have lots of fun activities throughout the year, especially during the summer. We have so many good memories from our time at Marco Polo and would definitely recommend this school to other families. read more

We will forever be grateful to Marco Polo. Our daughter started attending when she was just two years old, and now at four, we're blown away by how much she's grown. Her vocabulary has taken off, she's genuinely curious about the world, and most importantly, she's confident in who she is. She absolutely loves going to school. The teachers are warm, passionate, and deeply care about the children. They create an environment where learning feels like joyful discovery. The curriculum is thoughtfully play-based and beautifully rooted in nature and the world around them. Marco Polo has played such a meaningful role in shaping who our daughter is becoming. We couldn't ask for more. read more

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Our daughter started at MPCS in 2023, and finished her pre-k class with Ms Amy, Ms Venus and Mr Erick last May. This was so bittersweet, as we all wished that she could stay longer (as long as possible) in Marco Polo! We didn't want to leave! We were a part of such a tight-knit, warm, supportive, and welcoming community - the teachers, fellow parents, all the students - that I truly believe that the bond forged and positive effects gleaned (both academic and non-academic) will last well into the future. We felt that the Reggio Emilia approach worked so well in helping kids of different character traits and temperaments grow according to their own pace and strengths. We loved all the teachers that have taught our daughter, as well as others we saw every single day in their various supporting roles (admin, front desk, meal times, science, subs, etc). It took a village, and boy was that village awesome. We could feel that the teachers (and everyone else) working there truly were there because they loved kids, and they loved helping kids thrive. The Preschool and Pre-K programs were particularly notable and instrumental in their roles in helping our daughter get more than ready for her kindergarten year (and beyond). Under the relatively new leadership of Ms. Kimberly, I saw notable improvements in terms of the variety of interesting new subjects, activities, and a stronger sense of direction, leadership, and community. We can't possibly thank Marco Polo enough for helping shape our daughter, for encouraging and loving her, and for supporting us throughout. Ms Amy, Ms Venus, Mr Erick, Ms Paris, Ms Fatemeh, Ms Destinee, Ms Kimberly, Ms Jing, Ms Caitlin, Mr Ruben, Ms Lisa, Ms Janet, and everyone else - you truly made Marco Polo such a wonderful journey for us. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. read more

I can't speak highly enough of Marco Polo Children's School. My daughter attended here from the age of 2 all the way through PreK, and I truly wish they also offered kindergarten so that she could have stayed longer. From day one, I was impressed by how clean and well-maintained the school is, and it's clear that they really prioritize the kids' safety and well-being. There is generally a waitlist for admission so it's advised that you start the process ahead of time. What stands out the most is how they encourage children to develop their own unique personalities, critical thinking skills, and social abilities. The school offers such a wide variety of activities, making learning fun and interactive. My daughter absolutely loved the cooking class--it was such a creative and hands-on way to build skills while having fun! The English and Chinese immersion classes are a huge plus, and the diversity within the school community is something I truly appreciate. The teachers are fantastic--patient, nurturing, and always engaged with the children. I never once worried about my daughter's growth and development because I knew she was in such capable hands. The secure campus with plenty of activities, coupled with the amazing staff, made it a perfect environment for my daughter to grow and thrive. I am so grateful for the time she spent here, and I highly recommend Marco Polo Children's School to any parent looking for a well-rounded, caring, and educational environment for their little ones. read more

Our children loved Marco Polo. We transitioned them in last summer and it was a very easy transition for them. Both of our kids enjoyed their classes and teachers and made friends throughout this school year. The staff was always warm and welcoming along with the school being a fun environment for our kids. Our oldest is going to Kindergarten and we are grateful for the preparation that Marco Polo provided him to be ready! read more

My baby boy attended an English class here, and the teachers were very warm and friendly. He adapted very well, and I'm truly grateful for the care provided by teachers Jing and Destinee Tiahmah. The campus is spacious and clean, and the reception staff greeted me warmly every day. I highly recommend this school. Since we had to return to our home country, we left, but we still have fond memories of campus life there. My boy also misses her teachers very much，we miss them so much. read more

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We LOVE LOVE LOVE Marco Polo for our preschooler. There was a somewhat recent change in director and while they rest of the staff have always been amazing, the new director has been a huge improvement for the school! She has been making improvements since she started less than a year ago and is a stark contrast from the previous director (any bad reviews I would point toward her, who is now gone). Our child started here at 2 and is now 4 and thriving so much. read more

Almost close to the year end and we thought the half year in Marco Polo, my son was taken good care and improved a lot! Very appreciate the efforts from all teachers. Ms Caitlin is very experienced. Every week she has a theme for toddlers to explore and to learn. My son just loves going to school and he makes friends there. Ms Lin helped us a lot. Specially when we met difficulties at very beginning. She can understand the new parents' concerns and can help Chinese students at school. read more

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The school is overall ok, and the Chinese immersion program is good for mandarin speaking families that have young children to adopt the early stage of daycare. The time is not flexible without paying for an extended program. The general time is from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The teachers are caring and loving the children. We send our daughter for a year, she likes it. read more

We moved to irvine after the pandemic and needed a trustworthy and stimulating environment for my son who was 2 years old then. After having experienced play based learning and montessori before, we were on the hunt for another play based school.. Marco Polo was one of them. Marco Polo provided my son an environment of creativity, individuality, independence and most of all love and care from his teachers to grow. It is a bit pricey and the timing is very limited and sometimes challenging for working parents (8:30am-4:30pm) with an after and before care option for extra charges (wasn't worth it for us). Recently with some changes in management the school snacks have become healthier. And here we are after 2.5 years of Marco Polo and grateful for all the connections we have made all the friends my son has and couldn't ask for more. We are grateful for all the teachers (Ms. Destinee, Ms. Fateme, Ms. Angie, Ms, Aneglica, Ms. Venus, Ms. Amy and Ms. Paris) who truly give it their best so our littles can thrive! We always knew our son was getting the best care while we dropped him off. Only wish their timings were extended to what is usually offered at other daycares (8am-5pm) without the price increases. read more

We are thankful for Marco Polo. We first enrolled our daughter in 2018 in the toddlers Mandarin Immersion program, but only stayed a couple of months before we moved away. During that short time, the teachers (Ms. Michelle-- still at Marco Polo sometimes, and Ms. Lanxin-- now at Pacific Academy) were SO wonderful and caring. I'm so thankful they used (and still use) Brightwheel to provide updates. We loved Marco Polo so much that when we moved back to the area, we enrolled her again, this time in the pre-K Mandarin Immersion class. The teachers (Ms. Hongyan, Ms. Lily, and Ms. Emily) are so kind and are great instructors. We are not a fully Mandarin-speaking household, so the immersion program is important to us. It is so wonderful to hear my daughter singing Mandarin songs she learns from school. The kitchen and art areas are so cute, and clean too. They even make mooncakes! Downside: Traffic in that part of Irvine can be pretty bad during times of the day when people are commuting to and from the many offices in the area. read more

Marco Polo Children's School - Mooncake molds. The kids got to practice pressing the dough into the cake molds. So cute. - Preschools Near Me - Irvine, California

This is definitely overdue, but my kids have been here going here since 2022. The teachers are so kind and patient with the kids. The school itself is well-kept and this year they have added some really great family activities (student performances, family events, etc.). We did tour other schools before choosing Marco Polo, but never go the same feeling of professionalism, pride, and care that we saw here. I feel like my kids have become so much more independent during their time here. They are excited to go to school and love talking about the things they learned/did. They give the kids the opportunity to explore and learn based on their interests. I'd recommend it to anyone. read more

We moved to Irvine last year and were in need of a quality pre-K. We enrolled our daughter to the Chinese immersive class, who at the time spoke almost zero Chinese. We didn't hope for anything thinking that she'll transit to English class when there's spot. The first month was tough due to language and the social regression of COVID. Ms.Hongyan made fun curriculum every week, my daughter started singing songs and poems, and started to have friends. After she pushed through the first month her language had a smooth sail afterward. Now she can have a decent level of conversation with her grandparents who speak only Chinese. We never expected this. Ms.Hongyan and Ms.Nan are amazing teachers. They not only kept the class fun and full of knowledge, but also also helped my daughter to go through her emotions at school, they taught her to deal with conflicts. MP is phenomenal, so are their teachers. read more

My 5 y/o daughter's essentially graduating from the Mandarin immersion program at MP, where she's gone been from pre-school through TK. My 2.5 y/o son is now following suit, based on the great experience we've had. While I still can't tell you the difference between Reggio and Montessori, I can confidently say that my kids really love their teachers and classes. As we can see from the multiple daily updates in Brightwheel, they do a lot of arts & crafts, yoga, singing, dancing, moving around/exercising, and reading in Mandarin. Of course, we see/hear it at home but it's nice to see the photos and videos throughout the day. Pros (massively positive): - My kids learn a surprising amount of interpersonal dynamics, cultural events & meanings, and doing stuff independently - They're building a strong Mandarin foundation that my wife & I hope to maintain as long as possible - Long hours are flexible for our work hours, especially compared to nearby Mandarin immersion programs - Very clean & tidy Con: - It's pricey & only getting pricier read more

My son attended this school from August to December 2022 in Junior preschool program with Ms Kathy, Ms Maria and Ms Micah. Unfortunately we did not have a good experience with this school. Besides Ms Micah other teachers seemed nice but not experienced enough! Also school rules about not helping the kids eat their food was so strict, my son refused to eat there and threw tantrum due to hunger and they kept wondering why! Anyone who has experience with toddlers would know hunger is one of the main reasons toddlers throw tantrums!They let him cry for hours claiming he needs to self regulate but it led to anxiety and he got so traumatized! The last week before we gave them our notice we were told by teachers every day at time of pick up that other than a bit crying at drop off he had a great time but one day just 5 minutes after we dropped him off, The manager(Stacy) called my cellphone and made me listen to my son SCREAMING saying are you hearing him? She continued talking but all I could hear was my son screaming! That was so unprofessional and unethical! I was on Main Street while she made that phone call! My heart still starts to beat so fast whenever I pass that street remembering that day she made me listen to my son crying like that! I was with my husband that day and we immediately went back to school! When we got there manager told us he had been like that for a week. I said why did the teachers tell us he had a great day other than a bit cry every day? Why didn't they tell us he was crying like that? The manager said "well! I'm telling you now"!!!!!!! Soon after that day we had a consult with a child psychologist who assured us my son does not have any problem other than separation anxiety and she said she needs to talk to the teachers asking some questions to see what they did to calm him down and to give them some tips! Ms Kathy stated she would love to talk to the Psychologist but she did not answer her phone when she called and did not cooperate to make some time to talk to her and then left for vacation! Doctor recommended us to change the school and we did so! And surprisingly my son did great at the new school from day one! He did not cry at all and we even did not need the help of psychologists to overcome his separation anxiety anymore because he didn't have it at the new school! There are some things that I believe made my son unhappy there which I mention below: - Their room was small and right next to the younger toddlers classroom. They actually shared the same bathroom together and my son could hear them crying which made him really sad and anxious. In the new school their classroom is much bigger and not close to the younger kids who cry a lot! - At Marcopolo they don't let you get into the classroom to drop off your kid. In the new school I was allowed to take him inside the class and stay with him for a few minutes which made a HUGE difference! He got much calmer and other than shedding a few tears only on day one he never shed a tear after that and calmly says goodbye to me! - One of the concerns the Marcopolo teachers brought up was he repeated a sentence and I knew it happens when he is not being paid attention to. He does the same at home when he is talking to me. If I don't pay attention to him he would repeat until I answer and he stops as soon as I give him an even short and quick answer that assures him I am listening. Psychologist said it's a normal behavior which teachers would have known if they were experienced! He got very upset when being ignored. Ms Micah seemed to have a good relationship with him but I am not sure about the other teachers. Considering he had to repeat his words until heard I assume he was heart broken by not being answered and when Ms Micah quit and wasn't there for him anymore he got so traumatized. - One day on our last week there I sat in my car outside the school because I wanted to pick up my son early and I heard a poor kid crying so loud 2 hours straight! Thinking they also had let my son cry like that claiming he needs to learn to self regulate broke me down! I feel so guilty I made him stay there for 4 months but I am so happy we followed the Psychologist's advice and changed his school because he's doing great now! read more

We were looking for a long time for a school that was strict with COVID precautions with both Staff and students and found that with Marco Polo. As a pediatric ICU nurse, I greatly appreciate all the strict precautions and notifications. Academically my son has grown so much, he just turned 3 years old and this is his first preschool. He adjusted quickly to the schedule and the teachers are so warm, compassionate, and caring. We get a multitudes of updates throughout the day and at pick up. The extracurriculars such as cooking class, exercise class, and the myriad of arts and crafts make this school well rounded. I highly recommend this school for any parent of a toddler. We happen to be in the Mandarin immersion program and my son has been learning Mandarin at such an incredible rate. read more

Our son really enjoy warm welcome from his teacher every morning! He love to go to school and have fun with lot and lot of activities! All the staff and teacher are great really show they love what they doing. We meet really good parent that really support each other. Especially their summer class, one week they even bring real farm animal for all the kids to experience!! My son was blow away by little bunny that allow him to pet!! Thank you so much Marco Polo for all your care and loving environment! read more

We were sad to depart what had become such a trusted environment to this family. We chose this school based on its Reggio Emilio philosophy and loved how the curriculum was based on the children's interests. Even though it's a newer school, they really did a great job when covid-19 hit and were forced to move things virtually. Marco Polo is a wonderful school with loving teachers. We want to especially highlight Ms. Caitlin. She has consistently gone above and beyond. Especially during SIP. She made our daughter feel so special on her birthday by spending 30 minutes of individual virtual FaceTime doing her favorite activity - babydoll circle time. When we returned back to school in June, she and Ms Venus continued to nurture our daughter with love and evident compassion. We will think and speak fondly of Marco Polo school. We wish to express our deep gratitude for the culture you've cultivated; we know that is challenging and it is only done by the great teachers and caregivers which make the school what it is. Thank you for teaching and taking such good care of Emerson. She misses you guys so much!!! read more

This review is for their administration since they didn't give me a chance to even take a tour and talk to them. I have scheduled their "virtual" tour months in advance and today I got a text message that the tour is canceled! Just two days before the tour date with no explanation!!!! Really ???? I called this school in spring, and they told me the only way I can see the school is through virtual appointment and the next available is in October so I signed up for it. Then I told my mom friend about the school solely based on reviews on yelp, and she was able to enroll her daughter right away without taking the tour or waiting on their long waitlist!!!! Her toddler started in September And when I asked the school how come she was able to enroll, they have totally denied it! I'm glad that they canceled my appointment today because I don't want my daughter to go to a school with such a poor, irresponsible and unreliable management. Update same day: OK! after my yelp review and a couple of back and forth emails they have decided to schedule me for a tour tomorrow ! read more

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My boys have really enjoyed Marco Polo. This has been the perfect environment for them this season. The teachers are very loving and have provided a safe environment for them during these early years. Brightwheel is a fantastic app that the school uses that posts photos and messages throughout the day. This has been a great way for me to communicate with the boys and ask them to elaborate on their day instead of "it was good" :) read more

My son had been in Marco Polo Preschool's Sailor Blue program for 7 months. We made the right choice of his first school and felt highly appreciated and grateful with teachers who nurture our kid. 1. Kid is happy going to school. He loves to play with toys at school, loves to sing and dance with his teachers, and enjoys arts and crafts activities every day. The most enjoyable part of my day is to look at his pictures and videos on Brightwheel. 2. Both teachers are kind and well trained and the school maintains a small class size. Ami and Yuna pay close attentions to every detail of each kid's development and keep parents' daily updates via Brightwheel. They will make sure kids drink enough water, nap well, and get cleaned up after the diaper change. I have learnt a lot from them on how to help children explore their interests. They are kind and have warm hearts, making parents feel they truly love your kids. When I drop off my kid in the morning, he always goes to hug his teacher. Whenever I ask what he loves most about the school, he always smiles and says to his teachers. The improvement I could think of is that school could extend the pick-up time to 5:30 pm or after as it gets challenging for working parents to pick up before 5:00 pm. read more

Definitely recommend Marco Polo! My kid in Chinese class, every morning my kid can't wait to go to school and see his teach Ms. Peggy. The teachers care about their students . The class is clean and neat. They offer variety of toys and activities. read more

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Marco Polo is absolutely phenomenal! I can't say enough about this school which my daughter loves so much. It's to the point where she actually looks forward to going to school. How rare is that for a kid?!? She has been there for 7 months and she's loved every minute of it. Ms Kimberly and Ms Kai are amazing teachers. Extremely supportive and nurturing while excellent at managing the classroom. They allow kids to discover their own identity and in the process build their self confidence. My daughter constantly raves about them. I mean constantly! Stacy and Jing are also excellent as is Josie. They're fantastic about communicating mass and personal updates. With covid, this cannot be taken for granted as communication is key to managing constant changes. They make the school run like an absolute machine. I am grateful to have found Marco Polo for my daughter. This is the perfect nurturing situation for her to be as she prepares to transition to kindergarten. Don't take my word for it. Take a tour and discover it all for yourself :) read more

My wife and I surveyed, interviewed and visited 4 pre-school care facilities in Orange County and Marco-polo was head and shoulders above the rest. Immaculate facilities, kind staff, great communication are all A+, but we really thrive on the hourly notes, videos and photographs we get of our son, it gives us peace of mind and joy watching and tracking his progress. Thankful for all you guys do and Stacy Germaine for excellent attention to detail during this crazy time of COVID. read more

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This place is surreal. We met Ginger the school director and she is the kindest, most thoughtful, and patient director. The toddler class is adorable and the teachers are awesome. It's definitely tough leaving your little one so if you do you want to make sure it's with the right people. I absolutely love the fact that she has let us come several times before even starting our little one in the school. Thank you for everything! read more

I have been left no choice but to leave this review. I am so hurt and disappointed in this school for completely failing my son, he has been given up on entirely. This school has kicked my son out due to crying. They would force me to leave work to come pick up my son saying he was crying...every time i would get there to pick him up he was either napping or completely calmed down, and WOULD STILL have me take him home...they occasionally would let him stay but still have to pick him up early at 12.30 pm which is impossible for me most of the time. usual outburst, calling me almost EVERY SCHOOL DAY to pick him up because they don't give the tender loving care and education my son deserves, I am disgusted with the schools staff and i put EMPHASIS on the principle of this school, she has told staff AND myself that my son has behavioral issues!!!! Which he does not in the slightest!! I have taken him to the Irvine school district for testing and there is absolutely nothing wrong with him! This hurts me so much knowing he must have been so uncomfortable in class with the treatment i have been informed was bestowed upon him. I have had to switch schools now because i felt so helpless. MOST of all this school DELETED my sisters last review as if it means nothing to them, which actually goes against yelp entirely. I have met with this school and the LIES they told me straight to my face were extremely offensive to me let alone my poor son, i will repeat again they DELETED my sisters review regarding this situation. I pray no family has to go through this with this school. They failed him entirely . This school could have gave less of anything to help my son and gain understanding with him. I hope this will reach the right people. read more

My child loves school. She comes home happy and engaged every day and loves to draw and sing and talk and show us what she learned. The school also provides us with plenty of cute pictures and videos from special events. My child has never once said "I don't want to go to school!" She goes with a smile of her face every day. She loves her teachers and her classmates and as a parents nothing makes you feel better than knowing that your child is safe and well cared for and learning! My child now speaks more Chinese now than I do. Thank you Marco Polo! read more

We love Marco Polo so much. We had to move to VA from CA and dearly miss our Marco Polo community. My daughter was there for a year and a half in the Captain English classroom and Ms Kimberly and Ms Kai were like family to us. The Brightwheel app should be made standard. read more

Update #2: My daughter has been attending Marco Polo for about a month part-time. So far, it's been a great experience. I love all the photos and updates I get throughout the day and being able to contact her teachers directly is a comfort. I am also quite impressed with all the covid-19 safety protocols Marco Polo has implemented including free rapid tests for the students when returning from winter break. My daughter is happy to go to school each time and that already is worth 5 stars. read more

What an amazing and beautiful children's school! The environment and design both inside and outside are warm and welcoming! You walk in and you feel joy! It gives great peace to see these young little ones engaged and happy in their classes and learning from their specialized teachers! Well done!! read more

I am so grateful to Marco Polo for creating a nurturing, warm, and safe environment for my daughters. We started attending in June 2020. The COVID protocols are exceptional. The staff is 100% vaccinated and masks are required for staff, parents, and children over 2. My girls learned so much Mandarin. Between my 2 daughters, we have had every Mandarin teacher. They are all incredibly dedicated and seem to love their work. The school is receptive to parental concerns and it feels like the first priority is the well being of the children. The classrooms are beautiful, bright and airy. Extra programs like dance and athletics are included. I highly recommend this school. read more

We feel very grateful to have sent our daughter to Marco Polo. Stacy, the director always responds to our questions promptly and was very caring and patient. All the teachers our daughter encountered are loving and supportive. The classrooms and school environments always look clean and neat. We received many daily reports via brightwheel so we know how our daughter is doing throughout the day. The curriculums school offered always surprise us by the creativity and our daughter truly enjoyed them. I would recommend Marco Polo to all of our friends. read more

We absolutely love Marco Polo children's school. I toured almost every preschool in Irvine and even some in Lake Forest, Marco Polo is surely our best choice! My son started 2019/11 and absolutely loves to go to school every single day. The caring staff and teachers, bright and safe environment, beautifully designed campus, spacious classroom, Reggio Emilia inspired curriculum which based on children's interest and project-based learning are all that make the school stand out from other facilities. I am also obsessed with how they display children's art work and group projects in their classrooms and how children get to experience cooking in their culinary kitchen and create art project in their art studio. They went beyond expectations coping with Covid to keep every Marco Polo family safe and healthy. During the school closure, teachers worked so hard to provide virtual learning and activities for kids to do at home. It's challenging and only can be done by great teachers! We are truly grateful for them during this tough period of time. read more

This is an excellent school! Not only teachers are professional, but also they're passionate and caring for kids there. They are one of the few top preschools who managed with COVID-19 properly and seriously. My son loved to go to school every day and adored all his teachers. If I have another young kid, I'll choose Marco Polo again with no doubt. read more

Both my son and daughter went through Marco Polo program and the experience has been exceptional. The facility is amazing and we had so many updates throughout the day. My son only got to attend for half a year because he was older when he started. My daughter was able to start with the school younger (at the age of 2), and went through the program for 3 years until she graduated. She is in a Chinese immersion private school now and has gained so much confidence in her ability in speaking Mandarin. We traveled to Taiwan last summer and she had no fear interacting with people there and was able to be dropped off for individual art lessons. I was very impressed by her language ability (we don't speak Chinese at home) - it showed that she learned A LOT from Marco Polo! All of the teachers we had were very warm and responsive. I can also see that the program fostered her creativity - she has become very artistic and loves to build things with any materials around the house. We feel very blessed to have such a great school experience with Marco Polo. It's a great environment and community. Parents from her class are very nice too and We stay in touch with a quite a few friends even after she graduated. Definitely recommend the school to anyone who is looking for a more hand-on program like Marco Polo for Chinese immersion option! read more

Ever since switching our daughter to Marco Polo, we've noticed her enthusiasm about school! She's constantly sharing with us about the fun and interesting activities she's experienced throughout the day, along with new things she's learned. We are thrilled with our daughter's enthusiasm at Marco Polo, and only wish we discovered it earlier. The teachers here are thoughtful and attentive. Best of all, we receive constant updates with photos, videos, and messages in a well organized app. The curriculum is clearly well thought out and shared with parents in advance. There's different 'themes' which make learning fun and interesting. Best of all, our daughter is starting to converse with us in mandarin! We give Marco Polo our highest recommendation! read more

Best school with best facilities in Irvine! I have been compared all the preschools nearby and this is the best choice! My daughter loves going to school every day! read more

We are on our third consecutive year at Marco Polo and I could not be more pleased that we have found the most incredible, enriching, and encouraging program for our kids. My son has started kindergarten at a mandarin immersion program this year after graduating from Miss.Hongyan's TK class last year. Her class has set him up extremely well to flourish in his new elementary setting. The daily reports from his teachers, both English and Mandarin are glowing. He has been able to keep up with the coursework, engage in School discussion and workload, has developed solid social emotional skills, as well as the confidence to excel in academics. we do not speak Mandarin at home but Marco Polo's Director of the Chinese program miss Jing has developed such a thorough and well structured Mandarin program that my son has been able to transition to a 90% Mandarin immersion program without speaking any English at home extremely well! My daughter is now in Miss Hongyan's TK class as well and while my children have completely different personalities, needs and strengths They have both thoroughly enjoyed their experience at Marco Polo. We are so sad for this to be our last year as my daughter will be starting kindergarten, but it is extremely comforting to know that her transition into elementary school is set with the most outstanding foundation, provided by the directors and educators at Marco Polo. If you are searching for, an English or Mandarin preschool I cannot recommend this program more! As faculty at the University of California and a specialty in curriculum development and early childhood education, I can both personally and professionally attest to the value of the school! read more

My 2.5 year old started in Marco Polo children's school since September last year. The kids including my son always enjoy and are happy being there. The teacher organised lots of class activities like cooking, singing, dancing, arts and crafts, parades and parties organised for holidays! Ginger and Josie have been wonderful and very helpful in any other administration related processes for the school. There are always lots of communications and updates, photos about our son while he's in school via their app, which is so amazing! I will definitely recommended this school to our friends and family! read more

My son had a wonderful experience at Marco Polo Children's School. The education quality was amazing, and his Chinese has continued to improve. It is so wonderful that the school offers on site dance and sports classes as well. My son also loved the summer program in which each week had a fun theme. Definitely recommend this school and hope to send my son's little sibling there in the future as well. read more