My daughter has been a student at PS 53 for three years now, and I must say, reading these past few remarks was a bit disturbing. As a parent, I find this school to be very parent friendly, very informative and extremely interactive. More-so than the last two schools my daughter was in. She has been
... Read more blessed with three wonderful teachers throughout her time here, each better than the next. And I believe that Ms. Esposito promotes a great environment for my child! As for the A.P., he is a kind man, nothing more, or less! Added note, I have yet to meet a 'grumpy' teacher there. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/30/08
I have 2 children in this school. We have been here for 4 years now. My one child, who is a high 4 has always been fine. My other child, who is of special needs, has had many problems. For the most part, the teachers are wonderful. The principle and assistant principle, that's another story. They are
... Read more more concerned about the budget and their appearance, then the needs of the special ed students. My older child graduates this year. I will be requesting a variance for the younger one. It's a shame though, as there are some outstanding teachers there. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/05/08
I never feel welcomed at this school. My child has been placed in all the extra programs to help her to improve her writing skills. So far, I have not seen any progress. I do not even want to speak with the male assitant principal who has no idea about professional boundaries or respect toward parents.
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Posted by a parent on 01/03/08
Both of my children go to this school, this is our first year here. I agree, I do not feel welcomed at the school, there is little parent involvement, except for parents on the PTA. You can sign up to help, but no one asks, the tachers are nice, a few are old and grummpy.
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Posted by a parent on 11/28/07
My two girls presently attend ps 53 and I am extremely disappointed with the lack of communication between teachers and parents. I find the Assistant Principal very argumental. He is very unprofessional towards parents. The school is very unfriendly and not welcoming to parents and students. I am seriously
... Read more considering taking my daughters out of this school in September and placing them in private school. Read less
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Staten Island schools — Ps 53 Bay Terrace is located at 330 Durant Ave, Staten Island NY 10308. 330 Durant Ave is in the 10308 ZIP code in Staten Island, NY The school district for Ps 53 Bay Terrace is the New York City Department Of Education. Ps 53 Bay Terrace is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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