Great system in general I had my kids in private schools before I move to Deer Park but since then…read moreDP Schools worked best for me. Kids went to college already

All the bad things have changed more teachers have fun and learning is great my son went here…read morebefore with Mrs Thomas Ellis she was so nice and helpful she helped my son with alot of things and she had him for 2 years I would recommend becuase is has changed alot more bathrooms more fun and nicer teachers and the principal Mrs docter douccudis was amazing

Honestly this was the most stressful year of my life. My son only attended for one semester. My son…read morehas a learning disability. The school psychologist and the DOE reps assured me he would continue getting his services at this school and then some to make sure he has support. I was infuriated when into Christmas break i was told me son never got his treatment. I had his IEP meeting at the school before i even enrolled him (May 2019). Even after asking his teacher Ms. Fuller about his therapy schedule vs. regular class schedule back in Sep. 2019, she assured me he was getting his treatment. All lies. Then his class teacher Ms. Phillips didn't give me the warm and fuzzy feeling. I asked her on day one what will the day look like? I wanted to be able to ask my son after school to further help him in his communication skills. All she could say was she doesn't know; she wants to hide in the bathroom all day since there is no plan. I was floored, first child - first school day and all summer long no planning?? I didn't even get a supply list till a month in. Last thing to turn me off from the school was the principle. Ms. Soussoudis does not want to better the school. That's the vibe she gave me. I signed up as part of the PTA. Not only was this organization in the school taken as a joke there was no system in place for anything. But that didn't discourage me. After months of having a PTA again the other moms and i had a plethora of ideas. When we finally got a chance to sit down and discuss it, the principle said to our faces "i Love the idea. I'm sure both the school and facility would love it as well. However, i have a lot on my plate. So what ever it is you have planned. If it works do it but i want no part of it". The other moms and i looked at each other and once we got back to our office. And sadly that was the last day for us. We have jobs, families and other responsibilities that trump any PTA duty. Yet we wanted to do it and make things fun for the kids. I wanted to be the involved mom so my son can succeed. But if the principle doesn't care why should we? That day i decided i will no longer give the school a chance. Also having a gym with no working water fountains, class ratios of 44-58 students to 1 teacher is a major liability. The gym teacher herself told me this and showed me the classes. Not to mention isnt Lorraine Hansberry a well known writer? And the school doesn't do anything/much for black history month. This was disappointing. Also someone needs to help Ms. Bolla with some courtesy training. Her way of speaking is demeaning and she's not fully capable of listening for some reason. I don't know if she's set in her ways at her age but it's not appropriate. Sadly i wouldn't recommend this school to an enemy. Each child's future should be taken more seriously than how this school handles things.

My son graduated from St Matthias 4 years ago. He was in the after school for quite a few years…read more Miss Vicky and her afterschool group are wonderful. A family atmosphere and she is a genuinely caring person. I now have my daughter in Kindergarden and she will also be going to the afterschool and I know she will be in good hands.

I understand that as parents we want the best for our kids and finding a suitable place is a…read moredifficult task. So let me first say that I, like many of you, have endured the search and after looking at so many schools I found the very best. St. Matthias as been impressive from the very first encounter. From the tour, to the interview process, in the preparation process and most especially as the school year began. The principal, teachers, teachers aids and everyone we have encountered thus far. I know this review may seem idealizing but I assure you that I consider myself a hard critic and cannot adequately express how pleased and impressed we are with St. Matthias School. Just go see for yourself!!!

We definitely made the right decision in sending our daughter to the Cresskill Coop. We sent her…read morewhen she was three since we could see that she was so ready for school and social interaction. The teachers are very nice, professional, and most of all, love the kids! They are flexible with everyone's needs. Mrs. Lazzaro is a child whisperer. She knows how to handle any situation with the children. Mrs. Morrissey is very entertaining and bubbly, that's why the kids love her! The aids, Mrs. King and Mrs. Orta, are also very caring and nurturing. They are all there to really take care of the children. We wouldn't trust our kids with anyone else.

I came here for a JHS basketball game…read more The front desk staff was friendly, including their school safety officer. She was a lot nicer and cordial than what I am used to. The basketball game was great, students are all team players and the school was very clean even at 3pm. It is a beautiful school campus with a full park, lots of space and in a great location.

Great school . Lots of homework's and projects , but ... the hard work is paid off . The stuff is…read morevery attentive and professional . I think the school rank says everything . Best public school in the whole neighborhood . Thumbs up !

Having raised 3 children in all public schools in Deer Park I would have to say I couldn't have…read moredone better anywhere else I always compared it with rating other students in similar years and I believe the public schools were better than private schools in the area.

I bring my students to the Deer Park aquatic center which is located inside the Deer Park high…read moreschool at least once a month. The aquatic director, Jeanne-Marie, is great with the children. She truly knows her craft and cares about helping all the children learn pool safety. The lifeguards that work there all great with the children as well. The aquatic center is open to public as well on evenings and weekends. Anyone with kids should definitely consider going there. It is a great asset to the community!

Quality, education, quality, teachers, a well-rounded environment for a child to grow up and get…read morecloser to God

Great SCHOOL... my daughters went there up to 8 grade...great values. This SCHOOL works with…read moreexcellence

Amazing school. Our oldest child attends the middle school (another coming in 2 years) and we…read morecouldn't be happier. Both daughters will stay through high school. URSULINE is NOTHING like your local parish/public middle school. These young ladies are being prepared to become leaders in their community, not just stand outs in the classroom/sports field. This institution has been grooming leaders for almost a century. Here's to another 100 years.