Holy Family School

I was a student at this school from 1961 to 1967! In those days the teachers were the cream of the crop. They were necessarily strict because the students needed to learn discipline… however they were FAIR. There were a few standouts who were very compassionate towards the students and open with their parents, which was a very progressive way to be in the early 60s! We were made to work, but we LEARNED! I firmly believe I am the person I am today due to the education I received at PS 26.

It was once a great school . The principal pulls teachers out of their classroom to do other duties instead of preparing students for state tests. In addition there’s so many behavioural issues that a dean was needed in addition to the two AP’s. There’s absolutely no accountability for actions.

This school is incredibly bad. I cant believe I sent my child here, I moved my child to this school. The second she came back, she complained. She kept saying the teachers were bias towards children with special needs and completely disregard those who are gifted. No honors classes, students are incredibly rude and unmannerly. Although this school claims that it's "no place for hate," bullying is a very big problem in which they also disregard. Do not send your child here, from one parent to another

With the exception of a few, the staff was detached and generally uninspired. Very strict attendance rules with lunch detentions that affect a child's ability to participate in school activities or receive honors, despite having an average over 93. Staff is not stable. My son had 4 different ela and math teachers in 1 year. Also, teachers can be very rude - and that comes from the top down. Principal is not sympathetic and cares more about perception than reality. We left after 6 years because the Principal became intolerable.