My son is in the preK program with Mrs. Downing and was also in the 3 year program with Mrs. Villaggi and Mrs. Oliva. Being that it is the beginning of the school year I am in no position to comment about Mrs. Downing, (who seems very nice). I can say that I loved Mrs. Villaggi last year. She was
... Read more very loving and caring and firm when she had to be. I never knew the old principal prior to Mr. Doran. He is wonderful. He greets every single child upon entering the school by first name. You could never get that over by PS 207. It's not a crowded school at all. I have my nephew at PS 207 who is in the 6th grade and I have been picking him up since kindergarten. It is sooo crowded. As for now, no probs with St. Helens. I'll keep you posted. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/27/09
St.Helens has an amazing Pre-K Program lead by Mrs. Downing. She is an inspirational person (having lost her husband a few years back) who dedicated her time and spirit to this school. Her teaching methods and drive to see that every child has a first-class experence is what seperates her from any
... Read more other pre-k teacher out there. I highly reccommend if you're interested in St.Helens for Pre-K, to meet with Mrs. Downing. If you live nearby Howard Beach, ask any parent about her, for she is well know and has a great reputation here in our community. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/04/08
St. Helens's is a wonderful school! Our children will be entering 4th and 2nd grade this fall (Sept. 2008) and we couldn't be happier sending them here. As another poster pointed out - this is a safe school where our children can learn without the distractions that may be found at some other local
... Read more schools. The level of education is great and my children have learned so much. Thanks to the Principal and the teachers for giving us a 'home away from home' to comfortably send our children to. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/08/08
My children have attended St. Helen school since kindergarten. They are now fifth and seventh graders. My children feel safe and are content every school day. Their teachers are wonderful. Small class size is a major plus. The education is outstanding with individual student care. If your looking
... Read more for a close-knit family environment St. Helen School is definitely the place to be. This is our first year with a new principal and we are very excited. Always remember what a great gift from God our children are. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/21/07
The school is wonderful. I wouldn't go so far as to say the Principal knows every child by name...but I will say you get what you pay for. My son is in Pre-K and it's not cheap but he has learned so much about spelling, socialization, picked up a love of reading and listening. Parent involvement is
... Read more high. In pre K there is not much by way of music and sports or extracurricular activities - but they are gaining the foundation of how to be in a school atmosphere. I truly do not think a public school oferring pre-k could do as much. the bane of catholic/private schools is that you are always pulling money out of your pocket for some event or other or drive. Participation in the church. I would probably participate in church more if I didn't feel it was so money driven. Read less
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Howard Beach schools — St Helen School is located at 83-09 157th Ave, Howard Beach NY 11414. 83-09 157th Ave is in the Howard Beach neighborhood and 11414 ZIP code in Howard Beach, NY The school district for St Helen School is the Diocese Of Brooklyn Education Office. St Helen School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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