I have four children at this school and have been very happy with the education, warm learning environment, and the easy interaction with the teachers. My kids are happy!
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Posted by a parent on 11/25/08
This is my sons first year at Kew Forest and he loves it. He is really excited to go to school everyday and has had nothing but great things to say about the teachers and other kids there. I feel the same way, but to have your child feel that way about their school is a wonderful feeling. I would
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Posted by a parent on 11/13/08
Our son has been at K-F since Kindergarten. His confidence, poise, politeness and knowledge are noticeable to strangers, family and friends alike. He is secure, articulate and well-rounded. The diversity and academics of the school should not be underestimated. We attribute our success not only to
... Read more the nurturing environment and strong academics at K-F but also to the follow up at home. We are happy with the school and fir the future it offers our son. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/11/08
Kew Forest is a wonderful school. I send both my kids because it is a rich learning environment but also because it is a place where students learn to be respectful of one another. The students truly care about one another and this is fostered by the great teaching staff! Thank you Kew Forest!
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Posted by a parent on 11/05/08
Kew-Forest is a school that allows students to live up to their potential. Given the size of the school, the resources are tremendous, and because it is so small, all of the students have access to the resources. The school has been successful in creating a very diverse and respectful community environment
... Read more that allows students to flourish academically and extracurricularly. Nothing is perfect (the athletic program is adequate, not superb), but the school has everything you could hope for to put your child in a position to have a realistic chance at the colleges on the top end of his/her range. Read less
Posted by a other on 11/05/08
A perfect choice in my opinion in lieu of same gender schools I had previousl planned to send my son and daughter. A small setting that offers so many opportunties, such as balance of academic, social, diversity, etc. It is my children temporary second home with the best teachers and administrative
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Posted by a parent on 11/04/08
Kew Forest School has it all from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Their lower school is nurtouring and teaches a solid core curriculum with plenty of extras. The middle school is curriculum is challenging and rounded. The High School level is way beyond exceptional. Students are challenged in all subjects
... Read more and prepared for the future of college. All HS students go on to college and usually get into their first pick of school. Kew Forest School has it all! I am so glad that I found the school and have sent my children here! Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/03/08
Kew-Forest is a hidden gem! My son went there from 3rd grade through 12th and had his pick of colleges when he graduated. He not only got a solid LIberal Arts education, he developed a strong sense of self-confidence, excellent speaking and writing skills, and a great respect for tolerance and diversity.
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Posted by a parent on 10/31/08
My daughter just started KF in the 5th grade. She comes home happy every day and is so excited about all she is learning. She has different teachers for several subjects and likes all of them! My daughter has a severe peanut allergy and KF is a peanut aware school. Between the wonderful teachers,
... Read more administrators and staff workers, I feel she is completely safe. The school is also so responsive to parents. KF is the best kept secret in New York! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/31/08
High academic standards, small class sizes, individualized attention. Great parent involvement. A hinden gem.
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visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
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English as Second Language
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Forest Hills schools — Kew - Forest School is located at 119-17 Union Tpke, Forest Hills NY 11375. 119-17 Union Tpke is in the Forest Hills neighborhood and 11375 ZIP code in Forest Hills, NY Kew - Forest School is a Private school that serves grade levels K - 12.
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