Hello, I am a former student who went to IS30. I actually graduated with some of my friends. Some…read morewho have been in the building since kindergarten, like me. Some of the teachers and staff are all really nice and kind to students. Especially my old 8th grade ELA teacher, who went to go teach at another school. And some of the friends I made I still keep in touch with! However, some of the other students and staff aren't -- but especially the staff. An example of this would be the dean, Ms. Guzman. For starters, she's a control freak who used to be a gym teacher for a little while. I don't think she has what it takes to be a dean because there was a time where last year when she would stand outside in the hallway of the 3rd floor with a bucket of phones she'd collected from kids who: A, came in late and didn't turn in their phones or B, were trying to be sneaky. Sometimes she'd go to every classroom with the bucket of phones and see if kids have any other phones they didn't turn in. She'd also apparently went through a kid's phone after an incident with an "egg challenge" (which, the kid wasn't even apart of and that's a breach of privacy). A lot of the problems come from the piss-poor management of fights between two students. Most of the time the adult tries to make sure the students apologize to each other, which they aren't supposed to do according to my aunt who works at the DOE. On the subject of not doing things correctly, they also immediately side with the kid who came to them. Which means a kid could come to the teacher with a fabricated story, and the teacher would believe them with little to no investigation involved other then basic questioning if the suspect. Another thing, Deans at psis30 are horrid at calling out blatant racist, homophobic, and transphobic remarks. Multiple times slurs have been thrown around and the most they got were a fingerwag. Most of the time it's up to the teachers to call this out. Speaking of calling these things out, this school is majorly hypocritical when you try to come to a higher power about these things. Most of the time telling you to " just ignore it. ". They only start to care when the kids start to get physical. And they have. Adults also promised kids things they never delivered on, say for example, you went to a adult about somebody being mean, they would simply tell you that they would deal with it and to " just ignore it. ". If they say thing one of two things will happen, either they will tell the bully to not go near you, or, just won't do anything at all. This isn't how you deal with cases like these in the slightest. You can't just pretend it doesn't exist. The staff doesn't care unless it's to a extreme degree. And even then, if the opposite party says one negative thing about you, despite everything they've done to you, you both are now in equal amounts of trouble. Which is so wrong on so many levels. They're have also been times where favoritism has played a role in unfair treatment. Especially of people with disabilities. I myself am physically disabled and I was favored by staff like Guzman for whatever reason. It has gone to a point where she personally has my parents phone numbers. And they are oblivious to the shit she does to other students who aren't neurodivergent or physically disabled, like myself. Shit she and other staff has done to my friends like not like one of them because their mom works at the school and turn a blind eye to my other friend getting S/A, despite always making presentations about what to do about being S/A'd there. And more shit like my brother being assaulted and harassed by the kids in his old class and an old counselor, Ms. Allen, who thought it was *MY* fault for being purposefully left out by an old group of girls I used to hang out with and was being treated poorly, causing me to mentally breakdown in school multiple times. Now, after me and my friends all graduated from that nightmare, everything started going to shit! The new 8th and 7th graders loove to get into fights to the point where there's multiple police cars outside the building, the school almost got sued, and a bunch more other things! Anyway, parents, take it from me and my friends, unless you want your kid to get mind-fucked and mentally scarred by the students and / or staff and Guzman for 9 years straight, DO. NOT. COME. HERE. The school is at it's deserved downfall and is just really unsafe in my opinion. And if any more former students come out the woodworks about their experience, I wholeheartedly support it. And to the asinine staff; I hope all of you rot in hell. I hate all of you with a burning passion and I don't miss any of you. I feel bad for the kids after me who are fucked up because of this school. And Guzman, just know I despise your every being, I don't miss you. 9 years for nothing.

This is the first time I have visited this school. I used to live in this area. This school…read morereplaced an old church. I remember it took around 2 years for them to build it. This is a public school that was built at the right time: overcrowding in schools have become a national epidemic. Anyway, the group I belong to: Fight Back Bay Ridge was co hosting with the AAA the 3rd debate for City Council with the 3 candidates: Capano/Brannan/ Quaglione. The school is very warm and welcoming with light blond wood. Very clean and spacious; nice sign for parents. The debate was held in the assembly which was quite large and accommodating. I also know that this school is an extension of a small elementary school that is adjacent to this school. Hopefully this school will succeed and will be a precursor for more new schools to be built

I went to this school for 1 year and it was terrible. The teachers would always scream at you and…read morethe bathroom stalls were with no doors so you had to go all the way to the first floor to go to the bathroom. The school is really dusty which is bad for allergic people. I don't recommend this school.

My child transferred from public school to Adelphi. This school is overpriced with a weak academic…read moreprogram. The head of school and teachers only care about money and more money. Besides the tuition charges you will have to bring in more money - fundraising, expensive school trips that are mandatory, even tickets for school plays are sold for money, even students must purchase the tickets. For school lunch you must pay in advance before school starts, you have no choice - it's included in your deposit. The meal is terrible. Whatever has to be hot is cold and whatever has to be cold is warm, test-less and undercooked. I paid for the lunch at the beginning of the school year but my child never ever ate there. There are no water fountains and the school sells water bottles that are more expensive than in stores. The head of school and Most of the stuff is rude and mean except doctor Jecome- the science teacher, he was really nice. Half of my emails to the head of the school left unanswered. Spanish starts from 9th grade comparing to 5 or 6 grade in public schools. My child had to be present of course on Spanish lessons and waist time and money. In 9 grade math students learn what public students learn in 8 grade. My child waisted a year learning nothing new in this school and I waisted money. If you care about your child's education and your money don't send your kid to this school.

I had a great experience attending LES from first grade through eighth. All my teachers were…read morecaring, great at their job and went beyond the scope of the expansive and rigorous curriculum to provide valuable life lessons in morals, philosophy and ethics. Class sizes were small when I attended this school but I felt that I received a good balance of personalized attention and general instruction. Also, getting weekly writing assignments published in The Lantern ignited a lifelong passion for writing and editing.

This is bay ridges best kept secret. Kids love the school, they learn, their safe, school is priced…read morefair, they offer so many things after school- clubs , events, all the kids and parents and teachers are nice, kids are way above what they would be doing in the same grade in public school academically. Kids love going here. School is kept very well. Staff loves working here. I can't recommend it enough - principal and teachers are amazing. Take a tour -your kids will love it. My kid loves going here.

I went to this school way back in, 92' through id say 95' it was great. Only thing is I got kicked…read moreout Ms Dean was the principal ms.Boyle I think, was my teacher at the time lol. The good old days. One thing for sure don't bring fireworks to school!

The school is amazing . Like in every school, there are some things that are great ,My son learned…read moreChinese this year chand it has been a great experience for him, it all depends on your child putting forth some effort and parents being active in their children's education!

My children have been here over 3 years, I love the education they are receiving. At first I was…read moregoing to home school however I wanted some sanity. I was concerned about public school because my children where sheltered from a lot of things. My husband and I asked friends about the various private schools, we heard wonderful reviews once enrolling my children I am very satisfied with our decision. As with all schools there is good and bad however the good far outweighs the bad. With this in mind I tell anyone who ask I definitely recommend this school. I just wish they had til 12th grade.

My biggest regret so far in raising my kids was keeping them in this school when the current…read moreprincipal took over. The other review is correct. They were not allowed to talk during lunch and they were in fact encouraged to rat out their friends if they did talk. There is no chance for the students to socialize at all. The principal, Ms Rios, is a nightmare. I fought with her constantly. She talks down to the students and the parents. She is the biggest bully. She has no respect at all. My family attended this school for three generations and i enjoyed my there back in the 80s and 90s. Now, i would not recommend this place to anyone. My kids are in public school now and they are learning more about respect and consideration for others than they did in this so called catholic school. I receive letters all the time as a graduate asking for donations, however, they will never get another penny from my family after how my children were treated there...especially if that poor excuse for a principal is still there! Also, both of my kids, who were honor roll students in st agatha were behind upon entering public school especially in math. Its sad to see what this school has turned into.

Dear J.M.: Sorry to hear that you were so unhappy at SAS. I…read morehave never had an issue speaking to the faculty or principal. They listen to your concerns and Ms. Rios' door is always open. You can feel bad if the principal or secretary call you to speak with you about tuition but when you enroll your child the fees are explained to you. If you and your family attended Saint Agatha School then you know that for the first 10 minutes of lunch it is silent so everyone can eat. You would also know that you are charged tuition and pay for special events/activities you let your child participate in. The office staff is great at helping families obtain financial assistance if it is needed. Saint Agatha School is a Gold Star No Place for Hate School for the past three years. The faculty and students complete activities that bring them together and show tolerance for others. Does the Public School have this distinction? If your child was an honor roll students I do not understand how they would be behind in their academics unless they are not putting forth enough effort. Remember what you put into something is what you get out of it. You can always let the Catholic Alumni Partnership (CAP) know you do not want to receive any letters. The school does not send out those letters.

They have been in existence for as long as I can remember. They provide work and activities for…read morementally handicapped people. They have small fairs now and then to sell items that they make at the "workshop".

Our two children started here in pre-K and we had an absolutely wonderful experience. One is now in…read morehigh school -- he left for a different school and returned to SJWCA where they welcomed him home with open arms. Our other child attended from pre-k through 2nd. SJWCA has a warm and supportive atmosphere that teaches children what they need to learn academically, as well as how to behave properly and be kind human beings. There is a real sense of community connection also -- not just to the parish but to the neighborhood at large and our local heroes. Issues of bullying were addressed and resolved. Concerns about grades were addressed and resolved. Support for transfers to other schools and high school admissions (even non-Catholic options) was provided in the interest of what is best for the child. If you're looking for a school who will know and love your children, care for them, teach them, inspire them and keep them safe, you should definitely look into SJWCA.

This is unacceptable me and my daughter or on a trip for summer vacation which is a bad time…read moredifferent, tell me why this school assigned my daughter 14 math assignments and its due tomorrow!!!!!'

Great school. Went to this school from 6-12 grade. Now i work my dream job, this school thought me…read morerespect and opened my eyes to find my inner talent

I was a former student at Bay Ridge Prep. I attended 6th and 7th grade. I believe that leaving this…read moreschool was a great idea, because Bay Ridge Prep does not prep you for important obstacles in life. There is little to no discipline, witnessing large amounts of bullying. This school focuses more on building a child socially, and emotionally. There is very little to no academic procedures in Bay Ridge Prep, and homework and studying are myths. So If your willing to pay $8,000 for a school that gives no academic challenge to you kids and have them get bullied, you should look into this school.

This brief Yelp is for the church that's connected to the Visitation Academy School. The school…read moreitself and the grounds are private property and the general public cannot access them. As far as a House Of Worship goes, I do like coming here for Mass on Sunday as its rather close to my apartment building. Its a two plus block walk as opposed to the other churches which as five and ten blocks walk if you were opting for one of those. The interesting thing about this particular church is that there are two sections. The part that the public can enter into and then off to the right hand side of the altar is the section where the nuns sit. You really don't see them unless one is doing one of the readings or when they are going up to receive Communion and I should point out that they are served first and then the public congregants. I've only recently been choosing to come here for the Sunday mass since there is one at 9AM and the priest seems to be visiting from another country. I am not certain that they have a priest of their own in residence for those who are concerned about that. There is an organist and occasional choir up above. There is no proper collection to support the church and school but a basket is available for donations should you be feeling charitable. I also didn't notice any sort of votive candles in this section but there are some beautiful statues and paintings. Other masses are sporadic in times but I do think there is a daily morning mass that begins around 8AM if going there interests you.

My aunt, cousins, sister and I all went to Visitation Academy. We still have friends from those…read moremagical years. You are blessed to come thru the gets and leave fully prepared for the world as a proper young lady. My memories there will last my lifetime.