Samuel J Preston School

I cannot say enough good things about this school. This is our second year at RNSK. When we came, we had been traumatized by experiences at my son’s prior special ed preschool and were somewhat wary. His communication at the time was limited, he avoided peers, and he struggled with sensory challenges that kept him from engaging independently in his day. We had been told he couldn’t succeed in a general education school. I'm so glad we ignored this. We came to RNSK and he blossomed. Our fears of his inability to enjoy a gen ed environment evaporated overnight with the support in this school. The staff is incredibly competent and credentialed, but more importantly, they work as a team to get to know and support each specific child. My son was thoughtfully placed in a structured class with an expert special educator. Practice was never forced—he had options and autonomy, and when he was ready to branch out from preferred activities, he tried (and loved) new things. With a class of 14 students and 3 teachers (an unheard of ratio), he always had access to a skilled adult. Additionally, RNSK hosts dedicated CPSE service providers like a SEIT, an SLP, OT, and PT, so getting his services was a breeze. The compassionate team communicated regularly amongst themselves and with our family, becoming partners in his development. By the end of our first year, my kid was unrecognizable from his first day. His language and adaptive skills exploded, and he became eager to engage. At home, he talks about his teachers, friends, and even the administrative and custodial staff, evidence of a community where he is safe and connected. He used to avoid fine motor practice, but now he comes home excited to share the work he did at school, eagerly checking for homework. He has great friends, playdates abound, and he is no longer content to go to the local playground unless I first check to see who else is available to meet us. I still cry at parent-teacher conferences, hearing about my little boy doing things I was told at his previous school that he may never do. The rest of the community is similarly amazing. Administration is warm, responsive, and curious. Policies are made thoughtfully, student-wellbeing always central. The building is immaculate and cheerful; evidence of student joy is crammed into every square inch of space.You literally cannot make a better choice for your kids than RNSK. Our entire family is better for the time we've spent in this incredible community.

My daughter is attending the Young Kindergarten program this year at Mohawk. I have nothing but the most amazing things to say about the school, teachers, curriculum, administration and overall experience. I highly recommend Mohawk if you are looking for an educational experience that is also fun and nurturing.

Spent three years at the school. Very positve experience especially due to the teachers and faculty.