I came here for an event therefore I cant review on their education. I was blown away by how…read morebeautiful the campus is. I felt like I was at a high end University. The grounds were just really pretty and well kept. I had to interact with a several of the staff and they were all very nice and I loved how they treat all the students with a lot of respect and patience. Since I was rushing I left my car lights on and my car battery died. When I came back to my car and noticed that my car wouldn't turn on I walked to the security gate and told them about my dilemma. Right away they send someone to help me and give my car a boost. They were so nice and made sure my car was fine before they left. Who knew this great school for special education with such great staff is in the middle of the Bronx.

I was impressed at the level of service given to children here. Security is in tact and the…read morechildren seem extremely happy. The atmosphere was calm and orderly. I loved the artwork the children; most of whom had special needs, did. Very impressive! I came in a few times for an educational training workshop that was informative and much needed about working with children with Autism.

Thank God I found Gina DeCrescenzo After years of…read morestruggling with my school district, she was able to get the services my child needs and a private school placement She really listened to my concerns and was patient She is smart and well informed

Gina DeCrescenzo was a beacon of hope to my family at a time when our options appeared limited and…read morethe likelihood of a satisfactory resolution seemed impossible. Not only was she able to defend my children, but her calm and empathetic demeanor offered emotional succor to myself and those I care about most. My children and I are eternally grateful for her service and I hereby recommend Gina without reservation.

We've had such a positive experience in our first year at Alcott Montessori. The teachers are…read morecaring and engaged, the structure provides a great balance of independence and routine, and communication with families is super consistent .

My daughter attended Alcott for ages 2-5. She is now a kindergartener, and we are so grateful for…read moreher experiences at Alcott. The teachers at Alcott are absolutely wonderful, and created an excellent introduction to school and learning. The program is Montessori and ages are mixed in 3-5s, which we loved, because the older children lead the younger children. My daughter learned more than her letters and numbers, she learned to be confident in her self, and kindness. Alcott prepared her for kindergarten, but also fostered curiosity and a love of learning. We plan on sending her younger sister when she is old enough.

Love the school and it's a great community to be part of. My daughter loves it and the teachers are…read moreamazing!

My daughter started at saint johns last year for pre-k and like any other mom I was scared how my…read moredaughter was going to adjust. She had Mrs Kelly pat year and I honestly cannot say good enough things about this woman, she was not only a wonderful teacher to my daughter but she sent us photos and videos almost everyday to keep us parents updated with everything going on in class. At dismissal she would always pull me aside to tell me anything that happened with my daughter throughout the day. She would said "it's nothing bad I just thought u would want to know..." she is so kind and nurturing to all the children in her class which was 16:1 with two teachers aids. I don't believe they make teachers like this anymore, she was just beyond wonderful to my daughter and really put my mind at ease knowing she was in good hands with Mrs Kelly! This year for kindergarten my daughter has Mrs Grassi. She is so great as well! She really pushes the kids to be independent and strong minded. She is tough in a sense, she likes things done in a certain way and has high expectations of the children which I like because it keeps my daughter motivated to do more and achieve more. She gives out a good amount of homework & if the child misses a day of school she sends them home the missed class work to be done at the earliest convenience so they don't completely miss out. Mrs Grassi as well as Mrs Kelly also sends us photos and weekly updates/work plans for the kids to our parent portal which I enjoy because I always know what the kids are doing and what to expect in the coming week. So far I've had a very happy experience with this school and these teachers.

My 9 year old son just started his 3rd year at this wonderful school, and it has been amazing for…read moreus! They really understand him, and his social-emotional issues. The small class size allows for very individualized attention. He is (like many of the students) an uneven learner. He reads and does math way above grade level, but needs help with writing and expressive language (but some children have more typical learning difficulties). Each family is assigned a social worker to meet with on a regular basis, and the social workers also go into the classrooms to work on social skills through "friendship" and "games" groups. There is a "black & white" notebook that goes back and forth every day, providing a means of valuable communication between the teachers and parents. He has met some great friends here, and there is a warm parent community. We can speak freely with each other about our children's "issues" - we're all in this together! So happy we found this little gem of a school! P.S. The Parents' Association hosts a wonderful lecture series on a variety of topics, mostly concerning special needs children.

From the owner: West End Day School is a small, nurturing, specialized school for children who may not be well…read moreserved by the conventional system. We offer a social and emotional perspective to learning while maintaining a challenging mainstream curriculum. Our teachers work hand-in-hand with social workers and other specialists to respond as a team to all aspects of a child's development. Children flourish here. Our school is a place where our youngsters can form successful bonds that perhaps did not develop in other school settings. Every day, they are given the tools and techniques they need to feel safe, to succeed, and to feel a sense of achievement. And they have fun learning and forming positive relationships, often for the first time.

The Stephen Gaynor School is housed in a former stable called the Claremont Riding Academy, that…read moreoffered horseback riding in Central Park. The stable also had an indoor arena for dressage and other lessons.

From the owner: Stephen Gaynor School is an independent, nonprofit Pre-K, Lower, and Middle School for bright…read morestudents with learning differences. Nearly 330 students ages three to 14 attend our school with a range of learning differences, from Attention Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to speech, language, and reading delays. With more than 50 years of experience in special education and a dedication to continuous improvement, Gaynor has the expertise to help children break down barriers to learning, build self-esteem, and realize academic success. Our expert staff provides an unparalleled level of personal attention in a nurturing environment allowing students to be academically challenged, yet supported every step of the way.

Our experience with Ilene was superb. She was very engaging with my 5 year old son, who had a lot…read moreof problems with pronunciation. He had trouble making friends due to his problems with speech. Ilene's sessions were like a playdate instead of therapy. After working with Ilene, there was a total transformation within him. My son became so communicative and confident. We cannot thank Ilene enough!!!

My husband and I are happy we found Ilene. Our 3 yr old son has been working with her for 3 months…read morenow and we see progress. We are confident Ilene will help our son improve his speech/articulation in no time.

Working with Divya, my child made great progress in correcting the pronunciation of his Rs. She was…read morealways patient with him, even when he got frustrated, and worked hard to make speech therapy fun. She also identified some structural issues that might be contributing to his articulation disorder, and helped refer us to appropriate medical professionals who could address them. Through the COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions, she was very flexible in working with us to find accommodations and solutions that we were all comfortable with, including a period of virtual therapy. I wouldn't hesitate to work with her again with my younger child, if necessary.

From the owner: People often wonder what does speech therapy encompass? The clinician is well versed in addressing…read morethe areas below, which are commonly seen as symptoms of a broader disorder/ diagnosis: Delayed Talkers, Oral-Motor Impairments, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Language Disorders, Speech Sound Disorders, Feeding Difficulties/Disorders, Thumbsucking Cessation & Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders. Focus is on the pediatric population, and providing individual therapy sessions. Sessions are tailored to meet the needs of the child; they can be play based for younger students, more structured for older students, or a combination as best suited.

This school is amazing! The staff are warm and love the kids. The school has a lot of resources to…read morehelp different types of kids with different needs. They provide a lot of family support and guidance through the years. The school feels like home. The kids are very happy and learn so much! I Couldn't be more thankful for having my kids here!

My older son was a student at the school and my younger son is attending as well. The school is…read moregreat. It has a family like atmosphere, caring and devoted teachers. The progress in cognitive and social skills is readily noticeable. One of the great things about the school is that they accept kids with special needs and provide assistance with obtaining one to one teachers through city programs.