High School for Environmental Studies

This school is not good but not the worst. My child used to go here since 2nd grade and when she was In 5th grade everybody had to go remote because of the covid outbreak. Before this happened, There was a senior trip which required you to pay in order for your child to go. I paid a portion on the fee to go and ever since then i haven't gotten my money back as well as other parents i am hearing from. I have heard parents have even paid the full price which was about $350 and they've never received a refund. Other than that the school is not that bad, But i wouldn't recommend as your first school to enroll your child in.

My child has been attending for 6 years. I have seen the good and not so good. All in all the experience has been wonderful. Sacred Heart is a small and nurturing environment. The teachers thus far have been caring and responsive. Individualized attention is given to the students. Again, the new principal is great. Parents need to be more supportive and involved.

My child attended PS452 as a 5th grader this year. Coming from abroad and not speaking a word of English, he was warmly welcomed by the kids, staff, and teachers. He felt included from the first day, received amazing support from everyone throughout the year, started speaking English after one month only and was totally fluent by the end of the year. He made friends for life and loved going to this school. The PTA is excellent, the teachers are very engaged, the communication with the teachers and staff was always fluid, constructive and helpful. As everywhere, problems can happen, but they were always immediately addressed and transparently discussed with the parents. This school does a fantastic job proving that diversity is the way to go and gave us the best possible experience of the welcoming, open minded, diverse spirit of New York City.