Private Schools

A school that is a safe space for all students. While no school is perfect this school does a lot of things right. The school culture, warm and supportive environment is unparalleled. They are educating children to be global embassadors, good citizens, and socially just members of their community. The youth’s art, original music, science projects and steam lab creations are super impressive. My son loves the school from the administration to the chef who runs the kitchen (Chef Ray whips up a variety of healthy foods that my son raves about— I have not packed a lunch since my son began at RCDS. This is a kid that never ate a public school lunch even if he forgot his lunch at home). Small class size and lots of individual attention to each student education and social needs.

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As an educational consultant who has observed many different private schools throughout the years, I can confidently say that Soundview has lost its touch with Dr. Cotrone in leadership.While the school may think they are advancing, they lost all the things that make the school special as I have heard many complaints from current students. This school is dying and if you want a stable education for your child, do not send them here. Send them to Masters, Fieldston, Horace Mann, Fordham Prep or a school like that instead, your child will not benefit from Soundview Prep.

I heard its a really good school

The school is incredibly small, but that works for me. Generally, people who don’t like this school are annoyed with the lack of people. In my opinion, having smaller grades and teachers who remember your name and what you do and how to help you has only made my school experience better. At graduation, especially, is when you see this empathetic spirit the school likes to push. All the teachers write essays about every student in the grade (usually 20 or so?) and many graduates I’ve known have been in tears over how detailed the essays are. The teachers really get to know you. Your classmates grow up with you, too, so the friendships don’t feel forced. I enjoy this school. My gut feeling when I first went here was that I was going to have fun, and I was exactly right.

Initially I felt good about the school- however it quickly became apparent that the institution as a whole are not invested in helping kids grow, build skills, advance or feel competent in a changing world. My child’s IQ fell over 10 points while attending Summit . They complained about not being stimulated academically -and got really depressed and spoke of the bullying from staff to students (who are attending for mental health reasons) and from the gym teacher. The and the lack of nutritious food (how can anyone learn ?) and They will not work with a parent trying to get their child *transferred* out of the school (especially if the DOE is paying for tuition.) - they do not care about your child - they do care about the money the child brings in however. FINALLY- if you live in NYC ,and have transportation arranged by the DOE- it is often late - or does not arrive .Imagine getting ready for school -not knowing if the bus will arrive? Multiple times a week.

The school is amazing. Strong academics combined with a caring environment. Faculty and principal are outstading.

Every high school student should be able to attend the best High school I've ever have had the opportunity to send my son to. My son is my eighth child and I recommend Karafin School based on all my years of experience. I feel proud when I send my son to Karafin in the morning. I know that he is going to get the best education that will secure his future. Thank you, Karafin.

We feel very fortunate that we found Blue Rock School when our son entered Kindergarten. He is very happy there and we are so glad that he is learning in an environment that values multiple intelligences in their students. The small class sizes allow for a very individualized approach and the curriculum emerges from the student's areas of interest year by year. The teaching so far has been very strong but most importantly, the approach of experiential learning seems to really work. By exploring a topic in various different ways and through various different hands-on projects, the information seems to really stick. Most importantly to us, our son's curiosity is encouraged, he is given a platform for his questions and ideas, and afforded space to develop creative solutions to problems. We believe strongly that these skills will prepare him well for a changing world where innovation, initiative and hard work towards creating solutions will be particularly important. I whole-heartedly recommend Blue Rock School to anyone who feels any doubts about a conventional approach to education. This alternative really seems to work. The kids here are confident, well-spoken, energetic, playful, and full of ideas. Take a tour and see for yourself.

We registered our son at the Goddard School this past November (when he was just over 1 year), he has been there 8 months now and we could not be happier. He looks forward to going to "school" and he loves his teachers! The entire staff takes the time to know each child, (and the parents), we are all treated like family! If I could give the Goddard School 10 stars I would. If you are looking for a loving and caring learning environment for your child this is the place. HIGHLY recommend!

It has good inviermint

They helped us a couple of times 5 years ago. We were very thankful but for some reason the whole church found out and we got treated like we were outcasts. Too many clicks! We were not the only ones that needed help after it being offered to us. We made sure that we volunteered to help back because it's only right to help others that help you!! We had to stop going also because they asked for money a lot.