River St, Guilford, CT 06437

I have had children attend this school from 2019-2021 and 2023-2025. During both those time periods, both my children and I felt supported by both the staff and administration. I highly praise the counseling department and, specifically, Mr.Canestri for his dedication and rapport with students and families.The 2019-2021 years were a bit unique due to covid and some periods of remote learning/social distancing. I feel it was handled well and my child still managed to thrive. I was also able to get my child testing and a 504 plan was initiated which has paved the way for my now teen’s success. In the 2023-2025 years, my child attended and enjoyed school, made some improvements in reading and felt supported. The areas my children somewhat struggled with at Baldwin were adjusting to the length of time of classes and the lessened time for recess and no playground. I do know the school worked on adding options for the students so it was improved when my youngest child attended and I recently learned a playground was installed.

Love the open door feel and encouragement for family involvement. Principal Agostine is WONDERFUL and our son is happy and receiving a spectacular education from AW Cox. My only complaint would maybe be with the library- some of the books brought home in kindergarten and first grade included stories involving suicide and spousal abuse that (even in passing) are probably not necessary for elementary aged children: the "learning moments" for those topics are perhaps better approached at a more mature age.