Pros: K- 8th grade. Academic's are excellent, especially in the sciences. Nurturing environment. Small class size, great traditions and good moral values upheld. Outstanding committed teachers (under compensated). Campus is large, yet safely secluded away from busy streets. Magical setting with pools,
... Read more fields and tennis courts. Sports are a priority and interscholastic competition introduced in the 5th grade. Children exhibit great poise. Public speaking skills developed. The ability to speak directly with the Administrator's, priceless! Best room in the house: THE LIBRARY Cons: Favoritism towards students of wealthy donors or those heavily invested in volunteerism (i.e. pictures of students on website). Not all children get the same support or encouragement- such as invitations to address the public at 'Open House.' Sadly, school has annually underestimated the potential of graduating minority students. Comments heard 'I don't think your child can get into THAT school' or 'not the Right fit.' Yet, these children were accepted. Read less
Posted by a other on 09/25/09
Our daughter recently graduated after 10 years at Buckley. She is now doing exceptionally well at one of Manhattan's best private independent high schools. Buckley delivered on its mission in every way. This school truly enables each child to reach his or her full potential and instills the values and
... Read more develops the skills children will need to succeed in the global community. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/22/08
My daughter and son both go to Buckley, it has been a great experience
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Posted by a parent on 12/12/08
Our family has been at Buckley for sixteen wonderful years. Our two oldest now attend an excellent college thanks in part to the challenging curriculum and caring faculty at Buckley. Our youngest has literally grown up at Buckley and considers it a second home. He has benefited from the tremendous dedication
... Read more of an outstanding faculty and has made numerous friends from varied backgrounds that have enriched his life considerably. In addition to the extensive curriculum, Buckley gives each child an education beyond the books by encouraging competitive sports, community service and awareness of current events which help them to understand the part they play in this world of ours. I would not trade one minute of how we have been enriched as a family over the years. Simply said, Buckley is an outstanding school, one that strives to reach beyond the average school and achieves that every day! Linda Powers Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/17/08
Buckley has made all the difference to my daughter and now my son. Sometimes parents think its better to invest in education later (HS or College), but don't realize that the most important years are the elementary ones!!! T. My daughter graduated, went on to a terrific HS and now is in a great college...She
... Read more considers her Buckley foundation to be what has made the difference for her: study skills, rich curriculum--no comparison to public schools! Now my son is there too, and while a completely different kid and student, (struggles a bit...), he is getting fabulous support from truly dedicated teachers who go the extra mile for him every day and really care. They are master teachers, and great role models for my kids. We chose BCDS over some well rated public schools in our area, and don't regret it for a minute. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/02/08
OMG i am student at the school and I LOVE IT! Okay sure uniforms, but still the teachers there are great i have trouble choosing my favorite one! Homework is a downer but A. that is every school and B. after ctps (some type of state test or something????) after we work hard we play hard. on that friday
... Read more we have relay races in our socks! SOOOO much fun i seriously dont know if i could graduate from this place, I mean i did start when i was 3 years old. Hope I helped! Read less
Posted by a student on 07/29/08
Buckley is place where children truly flourish. Children bring in live pets for show and tell, recycling day celebrated the earth, world heritage day allows all the children to share their family heritage as does international dessert day. This is a place where as a parent I always here the happy chatter
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Posted by a parent on 04/18/08
My child attended Buckley and being of African American decent I didn't feel comfortable. Teachers have no idea how to deal with the attitudes and behaviors of minority children. It is also not a comfortable environment for minority children. I'm in a great profession but was often frowned upon as if
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Posted by a parent on 03/25/08
Buckley allows for children to grow in self esteem and confidence. Children are allowed to feel freedom of discourse among a group of intellectuals. Respect among peers and teachers is paramount. Guidance in self study and rigorous academic success is nutured and rewarded.
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Posted by a parent on 02/05/06
I have a daughter in the Seventh Grade. The quality of the academics and teachiing methods are superb. There is also a very supportive, family-like atmosphere.
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Roslyn schools — Buckley Country Day School is located at 2 Iu Willets Rd, Roslyn NY 11576. 2 Iu Willets Rd is in the 11576 ZIP code in Roslyn, NY Buckley Country Day School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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