Ps 174 William Sidney Mount

My children have wonderful time in PS144. The Teachers and Principal are amazing.

I have had 2 children here, starting in 2018 and one is still there. This is a fantastic gem that is underrated in the community. Don’t sleep on this school! They have a variety of clusters, daily recess that is prioritized, and weekly enrichment based on student interest. My kids have learned so many cool things in enrichment! Mock trial, crocheting, physics, newspaper - the offerings are incredible. Admin is very responsive and make decisions that prioritize kids. We’ve never had a teacher we didn’t like. I love 175 and couldn’t be happier that my kids started their schooling here.

In my experience, this school not provides an environment safe from violence, discrimination, and harsh punishment. And Principal don’t do anything to figure-out of situations.Not welcoming parents to come and talk, not happy to see parents at school, when they are coming to talk,figure out. the principal may believe one student , but not another , and blame him

The first review I read about the faculty being disengaged and unable to hear any criticism is so true. There is an older woman behind the scenes who is really the boss, who when questioned during covid about class sizes abused the parents for asking! There are so many better options in the area both private and public. My child was bullied and hit , and I was made the bad guy for complaining. Bullying rampant . Local will confirm. The school has a bad reputation for good reason.Mandatory strong armed fund raisers, money requests almost everyday, abusive nasty teachers whose own grand children go to other schools. No passion for anything but your money and their reputation.Locally people know its horribleI would never post this if I didn't think people should know

I went to school there back in the early 70's for first and second grade and even at my age now, I still carry what I have learned there into adulthood.

Terrible school.My daughter was bullied and the principal did nothing to fix the situation.I am still waiting on a meeting she promised my daughter and I regarding this.She does not have an open door policy. She is always "busy".Kids are super cliquey and the girls are catty in her grade .The principal and teachers play favorites.Academics is to be desired as some teachers should of retired a long time ago.Thank God I transferred her to a better school.

It has been my pleasure to send my preschooler here. In just 5 months she is more confident with math, reading and social engagement. Ms Motiani, the preschool age 3-5 teacher, is the epitome of professionalism and kindness. My daughter has become as articulate and compassionate as she is. It’s once in a lifetime that you find talented educators who enrich children starting from the early years. This school is a great example of dedicated education for early learners.