The students of Brooklyn Tech all had this initial thought, "I hate Tech". Whether it was because…read moreof the teachers, elevators, schedules, or staff, while you attended Brooklyn Tech, you found some reason to dislike like the school. You have teachers constantly pushing you to do your best. There is no excuse for late homework or late assignments. Administrators will not take your if, ands, or buts. Sometimes you will have class in the basement then, the next period, gym on the 8th floor. The elevators will be packed, you will have to climb 9 flights of stairs. With the mind set of a high school student, you sometimes might feel unfairly retreated or wronged by deans or Brooklyn Tech staff. Trust me, as time goes on, you will realize, it's nothing personal. The school will seem like a human oven in the summer and winter. All of these elements may make you think that Brooklyn Tech isn't the school for you, or that you wouldn't want your child attending this institution. However, from the viewpoint of a Brooklyn Tech alumni, this school has sculpted me to the person I am today. You have educators who want to do more than make a semi decent salary. Teachers who want to help you succeed. I have gained more than just education within the sciences and engineering, I have gained pure knowledge. Knowledge that will carry with me where ever I go. Knowledge that is engraved in me, which makes me a better person, which gives me that advantage in the real world. As for the student body, it is an experience that you will never be able to encounter for the rest of your life. Attending Brooklyn Tech, you learn more about culture by your peers, than any course you can take in a higher education class. Not everyone who attends Brooklyn Tech has the same Ivy League ambition. You will meet some of the most brilliant pranksters, some of the most innovative individuals, and some of the most creative students. You will meet real people. You will find your own group of friends who will better define who you are as a person. I have met so many great and amazing people through my time at Brooklyn Tech. With that note, I have also met some who I would wish never to see again. There will always be something negative to say about any high school you attend. Your life is what you make it. The decisions you make will either make that path easier or harder. Brooklyn Tech is definitely one of those decisions in your life where you might think you've taken on a challenge that is more than you can chew. Trust me, this experience is worth it. It may not be easy, it may not be pretty, but you will leave carrying the pride of being a Brooklyn Tech Alumni.

Good academics but was terrible for my mental and lung health…read moredon't recommend until they get their shit together

Wonderful school! Our son has been attending for over a year now. We recommend SPCS to others, and…read moreoften. We feel like we really lucked out finding this diamond in the rough. It's affordable, has flexible hours/schedules for full and part time, great communication from all the warm and nurturing director & office manager & teachers, a great play & learn schedule tailored to each class/age group, and a clean and loving environment. You can really see the love of teaching and working with children from the caring staff. They are currently gearing up for the free Pre-K program, are licensed, all the employees are background checked and accredited. They take great precautions to clean, sanitize all surfaces and toys, and send home notices to parents/caregivers. They encourage parent/caregiver involvement, are gentle in discipline practices and resolutions, offer connections to developmental therapy services for children needing it, and care for your child with respect to how you do things at home. They offer flexible payment schedules as well as payment methods. I know that if someone had some real constructive criticism or needed a solution, the administration would be open to hearing it and working with someone who is unhappy to make that turn around. My advice: GO SEE THIS SCHOOL AND MEET THE STAFF FOR YOURSELF! You'll definitely be glad you did :)

My wife and I had two kids attend Sunset Park Children's School from 2014 to 2015, until they sent…read moreus a 2-week notice telling us that they no longer had room them. A total of five families - that I know of - were "let go" from the school because the management was pushing out full-tuition paying kids to make space for government-assisted kids. During the 14 months our kids attended Sunset Park Children's School, our overall experience with the care takers was mostly positive, despite the 30-40% turnover rate. The teachers had a number of activities that our children enjoyed, and there was a good emphasis on playing outdoors and reading. As for the management, I have zero positive things to say, since they are one of the worst communicators I've ever seen. Both teachers and parents complained about management and were constantly fed-up with poor administration of policies, rules, rates, payments, etc. Since entire daycare is in the basement of a church, with small windows in two of the four areas, it's not the best physical environment for young children to spend most of their days, especially in the winter time when going outdoors is not an option. Sunset Park still lacking in high-quality childcare options, you may be better off trekking your children up north to Park Slope or down south to Bay Ridge.

Do not send your child if lisa Kennedy is still the principal…read more If you have any concerns about your child lisa becomes argumentative and condescending. Abuses her power and openly judges families. Had to fight for months before anything was changed with our child's classrooom care. It is not worth the uphill battle against this tyrant. Send your child elsewhere.

By the graces of faith I stumbled upon this UPK school for my 4 year old twins. Unaware of what was…read moresoon to come, after their registration we discovered that my son was diagnosed with hearing loss and needed the assistance of hearing aids and possibly speech therapy etc. This school has been so helpful in this ongoing process and even before any concerns were of question, they have been simply amazing! I have not come across one staff member that wasn't smiling, saying good morning, addressing your child by their name; offering help and courteousness! They are truly the best addition to the lives of my children's learning and I highly recommend them to any parent seeking the best for their children. From the way they interact, respect and how highly the teach and care for the kids, I wouldn't want my son and daughter anywhere else! My kids are always excited to go to school and tell me "Mom I'm ready to learn today." Thank you greatly HIDEC staff! - An extremely appreciative parent (Ms.Mateo)

I think it's hilarious that kids are rating their high school…read more This was actually the school I was zoned for, but I ended up testing into a different one. It's in a quiet neighborhood down on Shore Road, and I actually got to visit for the first time as my early polling location for the mayoral race. Setup was good, lots of signs and arrows, and it was a quick in and out from the gym. Lots of street parking as well.

Teachers are very clear (most anyway) and the work isnt a overload. the kids are a mix and you…read morecannot expect something from them. overall it is 4 stars because i js dont like it

My child goes here and they have great teachers with an even better program tailored to your…read morechild's needs.

2 of my children attended WOC. The school & teachers are AMAZING. They TRULY care about children…read moreand their development. My 2 needed speech & physical therapy. WOC was a miracle for them!!

We have been fortunate to have attended this school through most of the pandemic crisis because…read morethankfully, they have taken efforts to manage the virus very seriously. We hardly missed much in-person school in 2020/21, as protocols were put in place for students to attend safely and with great assurance for parents. Aside from this, we have had wonderful Kindergarten, First and Second grade teachers who show so much care and compassion for their students. Our son has thrived there, and has grown both socially and academically.

the teachers were weird and to restrictive of my child my child always said they didn't have a good…read moretime and that they wanted to change back to their old school just an overall bad expirence

I am extremely disappointed in how my son was treated at this school. From the beginning, he was…read morerepeatedly blamed for hitting, as if he were the only 4-5-year-old engaging in behavior that is developmentally normal for children that age. My son was honest with me--he admitted when he hit, but he also told me that other children hit him as well. The school only seemed to care when he reacted, never when he was on the receiving end. Rather than working with us to support growth, accountability, and improvement, the school chose to focus solely on my son's weaknesses while ignoring his strengths and progress. Children are still learning emotional regulation at this age. What they need is guidance and fairness, not labeling. One of the most troubling moments was when another parent contacted the principal to say they did not want their child playing with my son and the school allowed this behavior instead of shutting it down. That sent a very clear message about whose comfort mattered. As a veteran who served this country honorably, it was extremely frustrating and painful to watch my child be treated unfairly in an environment that claims to uphold values of compassion and morality. My son is not perfect, but he improved significantly and yet it felt like decisions were being made out of spite rather than care. It is also impossible to ignore that my son is Black in a predominantly white school. The picture that was painted of him by staff was far more extreme than the child I know at home, and that raises serious concerns for me as a parent. I regret ever placing my son in this environment and have since apologized to him for believing this school would be a safe and nurturing space. I would not recommend this school to families looking for fairness, understanding, or true support for young children.

ST. Ann is my child's second home. He is in K3 and we couldn't be more blessed to be a part of a…read moresafe ,caring , and family oriented school. His teacher and principal are dedicated to their work and shows their passion and love to help others. I couldn't ask for a better school! I am sure my son will strive and achieve all goals given.

I was so nervous when my first child started school and we had an amazing experience there. All the…read moreteachers and paras I have come across, are so friendly and attentive. I was shocked to see the staff members of other classes greet my child by their name. The general staff members (site coordinators and office staff members) know all the children's names and greet them and dismiss them. One time my brother in law came with me for pickup and he was holding my child's hand, he was stopped because the staff did not recognize him and I came and said I was here with them. The staff is very attentive. They built such a great phonics foundation for my child that they were reading on a first grade level in kindergarten. I live on the other side of the island but I am so satisfied with this school, I am sending my second child there was well. My second child was always greeted by the staff during drop off and pick up. I was nervous about my second one starting 3k but my second child is so comfortable there, I am definitely returning. Love this school so much! Please note if you are unhappy with the school or any school, you have the power to pull your child out. You are the parent/guardian of your child, they are still too young to speak up for themselves. You are their voice.

Allow me to preface this by saying there are a few teachers and Paras there that are friendly and…read moreseem to genuinely care about the kids but there isn't an aspect of this school that isn't disorganized and unprofessional. It was a school year of just stress and worry. My child isn't fully potty trained as of yet and needs pull ups changed, they would change her but one day she came home with a latex glove stuck in her pants leg. I was fuming because that was a choking hazard if she had found it before I did. They were apologetic but said my kid was wiggly during changing . A s**t excuse to turn around and blame a toddler. It's hard to say who actually changed her that time because there are a lot of different Paras that rotate between classes but it's a reflection of the whole school for me. Early this spring my child was out sick .As a precaution I had her at the pediatrician for a viral screen for COVID and RSV and a got a letter that she was negative and cleared to return to school on a specific date. When she returned on that date the nurse called saying she has a runny nose and wanted to know why she was out sick and if she had a seen a Dr. I said there was note in her backpack from her MD. He hadn't even seen it and said the teachers didn't even tell him about it. So in theory I could have returned her to school without any documentation that she was cleared since no one was looking or reporting it to the medical room. She could have returned with any number of viruses. When I asked the staff about it they blamed the nurse and the nurse blamed the teachers, just passing the responsibility off each other. When they would call to ask about her absence they would ask me to get a note but never asked me before she entered the school in the morning . No wonder my child was sick every other week . The mornings were stressful, the staff rushes the kids into the school, when they told me they line up at a certain time it actually meant they went upstairs at the time ,not a minute later, there were a few times when a para took my child's hand and whisked her away without a chance for me to even say goodbye to her, very strange. This occurred even in mild weather so it wasn't just to avoid exposing the children to freezing weather. Once ( while 9 months pregnant ) I was walking towards the gate with her and a staff member yelled out with an attitude - my child's name- "we're waiting for you!" . It was just rude and mean to assume my child would understand and to also expect me to run across the lot with her while super pregnant. It's a shame , avoid avoid avoid .