St. Andrew Avellino School

Bad......very bad school. Teacher... didn't know how to teach and socialized with kids. Principal..... doesn't have a good manner. You can call or email me ,for my bad experiences when my son entered to nursery school 2010. Now,my son is at another katholic school,He is very happy the teacher are very,very,very good and knowledgeable. The principal very,,,very,friendly and good..... This school supposed not to get a star rating. POooooooor.
--Submitted by a parent

I absolutely love Saint Andrew Avellino school. My children have attended SAA since Nursery school and each teacher has been wonderful. My children love going to school. In response to the other comments made, the nursery teacher was warm and compassionate. She had a genuine concern for my child's well being and I can guarantee she is a kind and effective teacher. Thank you Saint Andrew Avellino school. I highly recommend SAA to all my friends.
--Submitted by a parent

This is a horrible school. The majority of the students there are mean and they pick on innocent victims, and the staff there are just horribly rude. They seem perfunctory in what they do. Do not send your child here unless they want to suffer. By the way, the principal is ignorant in what is happening at her school.

We had our son went to the nursery; he was time out on the first day. We asked "what can we do as parents to help" and Ms Tara reply was "I don't know!!" We couldn't believe our ears. You guess it, our son is no longer with the school and he is progressing and happy and learning every single day in other school. We share the same experience and totally agree the review posted by this parent.
--Submitted by a parent

My son is currently in PreK. I cannot believe how much he has learned in the past year. Mrs. Maggy is excellent with the children! Her teaching skills are superb. The school is very clean and nurturing to the students. If you want a home away from home, this is the place to be. The school is very pricey considering the neighboring schools and the fact that they don't provide lunch. I will keep my son in St. Andrews as long as I can afford it, but its definitely not price friendly.
--Submitted by a parent

What makes this school a great value in education, discipline, and an enriching environment for my children is the inspirational leadership of the principal that sets the tone for the faculty and administration who work together with the childrens' best interests in mind. The principal is to be commended for actually knowing each and every child by name and being amazingly 'hands-on' in her appproach, being accessible to parents, teachers and very importantly to her students. She puts in incredibly long hours from early morning to late evening as I witness being a parent who uses the heaven-sent afterschool program's facilities which is the saving grace for many a working parent.... The academic standards in effect really challenge my children and I believe is greatly preparing them for the rigors of a academically challenging HS where I hope they will attend.
--Submitted by a parent

St. Andrew Avellino is a gem in the sea of mediocrity. The faculty and administration is exceptional in how my child's educational goals are being formed. The school environment embraces the diversity of the community. The classroom teachers are sensitive to each child's uniqueness. The Principal, a former teacher in the school, knows every child in the school by name, grade, and interests. The computer program is complete with site safety features. The creativity that is developed and nourished through the art program is second to no other program in the City. The music appreiciation, chorus and instrumental program rounds out my child's sucesses. The aftercare program is a life saver for working parents. St. Andrew Avellino School prepares children to be come contributing members of thier community.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter was a transfer student to St. Andrew's during the seventh grade last year, and she immediately felt at home. The principal was very friendly and energetic, and the students were very welcoming. The teachers there are excellent and very patient. The afterschool activities are wonderful for the student to get involved more. I would highly recommend this school for any child, no matter the age.
--Submitted by Danny Li, a parent

With a child in 7th grade and two high schoolers that graduated from St. Andrew Avellino, I highly recommend this extraordinary school. One of the best things about it is the priciple. You know that your children will be treated as if they were at home with you. She is highly compassionate and caring, and knows every child and parent in the school by name. Each teacher has thier own special touch to add to a marvelous mixture of a nurturing environment.
--Submitted by Donna LoPresti, a parent

My child just completed Kindergarten and feel that he is prepared for 1st Grade due to the wonderful teacher he had. The school has a computer program, art program and music program. They also have an oratorical program beginning in Kindergarten which is great because it provides an opportunity for the children to become comfortable with speaking in front of groups. The school has an annual Art Fair which displays the childrens' amazing art work. They have an afterschool program that is very popular. The school has a Mothers' Club, Fathers' Guild and a Parent-Faculty Organization. Extracurricular activities include a Chess Club, CYO Basketball, Baseball, Track and Instructional Basketball.
--Submitted by a parent