P.S. 229 Dyker

Don't be fooled by these reviews. They are seriously out of date. Principal Harrigan is long gone, the middle school transition was a disaster and the new principal is in over his head. Had to pull my children out, and we were not alone. There are some bright spots, such as the wonderful lower school teachers and the excellent security team (Mr. Rodgers is the best). The upper grades leave much to be desired. If you have options, you should carefully consider them.
--Submitted by a parent

I graduated from PS 229 in 1959, so if you do the math, you'll know that I am now a 63 year old lawyer who is very grateful for the education I obtained there. It enabled me to go on to Brooklyn Tech and then Queens College, Stony Brook University and then University of Miami Law School. I am a former teacher, so I know how challenging it is to try to educate today's kids who are so radically different from how we were back then. Bravo for being a 9 out of 10 school despite all the obstacles. I'll give you 5 stars for still going strong after all these years. I remember all of my teachers and how dedicated they were even though they earned practically nothing at the time. Keep up the good work. Education is everything.

i love this because here teacher teach so well that my child is able to understand correctly
--Submitted by a parent

P.S. 229 is the epitome of what a public school should be. Its is run under the extraordinary leadership of Robert Zappulla and staffed with teachers who are nothing short of excellent. The education that the children receive is above and beyond what I expected. I am very fortunate that my children are enrolled in such a fine institution.
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I'm am so happy at P.S. 229. My kids love the School. I have three kids one lefted and I have two more still here.The teachers are everything that you would want in a teacher, from teaching our Children to the way the dress. Thank you Mr. Rodgers for always watching over our kids. Mr. Harrigan is a top notch Principal. Between the Him and the Teachers this is why our School is doing so well all the time. Thank you :)
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I am very happy with the education my son is receiving. He is happy! The expanded facility is beautiful. And last, but certainly not least the security is top notch. Mr. Rodgers deserves an award!
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I love this schoo....This is the best school..I am so happy i live next to the school.My child as got the best support from this school i am happy i put my child in that school for all her years and i hope she picks the best thing and go to the extention of ps229 next year.....Thank you ps229 for all your help!
--Submitted by a parent

P.S. 229 is the best school in the neighborhood. My children are getting a wonderful education.
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I agree the parent coordinator is not very helpful,borderline rude. And, yes some of the teachers can be a little harsh, but most of the teachers are great.
--Submitted by a parent

It's unfortunate that the parent teacher coordinator is extremely difficult to work with. Also, I've noticed some harsh tones coming from the teachers there.
--Submitted by a parent