School #3

397 Palisade Avenue

School District

Cliffside Park
Grade

PK, K-4
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:13
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on April 29, 2020

This is our first year at this school and we couldn't be happier. The leadership on all levels is amazing and I feel honored to have my daughter part of this community.
Submitted by parent on April 29, 2020

My family and I are very proud to be a part of School #3. The administration, teachers, and staff truly care about the students and always go above and beyond to give a positive experience.
Submitted by parent on April 28, 2020

Cliffside Park School #3 goes above and beyond for their students and families. The Principal, Mrs. Calabrese, the staff , and educators are exceptional! We Love Cliffside Park School #3.
Submitted by parent on March 11, 2019

My overall experience at school 3 has been top notch. If I could duplicate the sense of comfort that I’ve felt from the ownership and interest that many of the teachers have shown in seeing the kids succeed, I would have their approach replicated at every school. School is not always easy or fun, but my kids don’t know that. They love going to school and that in part, is a result of the great staff, teachers, & Principal. School 3 and Cliffside Park in general provides a great & exciting learning environment as well as community events. Every year, I’ve asked my eldest child attending school 3, who his favorite teacher is if he had to put them in order? I love the fact that he has difficulty every single year, because they have all been a joy in one way or the other.
Submitted by parent on March 06, 2019

My experience here are School #3 have been the best at any school my children have attended. I am so inspired by School #3 that I become more than active in my School’s PTO and make it my goal to partner with Mrs. Calabrese and her incredible faculty & staff. I have made life long friends as well as met some incredible families because of the atmosphere as well Community here at School #3 and Cliffside Park too.
Submitted by parent on September 13, 2017

Filled with great educators and principal at the helm. My son is in his last year at the school and we are very satisfied with his development over the years. Children are supported by all levels of the staff from janitors all the way to the top.
Submitted by parent on February 18, 2014

My son attends school#3 (1st grade) and has had two wonderful teachers. I do feel the school should focus more on nutrition. I find myself having to constantly remind teachers and staff to please not give my child things like chocolate milk or French toast for lunch even though I send him to school everyday with homemade lunch! Im not sure how other moms feel but I believe a proper education on nutrition is just as important as math or science.
Submitted by parent on October 18, 2013

My son has been going to this school since Kindergarden and I am very happy with the attention and the eduction that he is getting. The school has great educators and staff. Even the aftercare program is very well staffed with the teachers and staff from the school. I could ask for more.
Submitted by parent on June 07, 2013

My sons attended number 3 school. One of them attended Kindergarten, and the other attended k through 4th. I can't begin to say how wonderful their experience was in this school. First of all Mr. Brunelli was pinnacle in providing excellent leadership, not only in guiding the proper principles of effective education but also showing through his actions and continuous involvement the importance of the implementation of how to provide an effective education. You can see how this permeates through all his staff from the teachers, to the office staff, to the maintenance worker, to the nurse, etc. This definitely was a joint effort. The curriculum is well rounded which helped my children have a good experience at school versus feeling like school was a boring place. The office staff knew who I was which I realized made me feel good, now that my children are in a bigger school with multiple and no personal care. I really appreciate that my children had the opportunity to experience this opportunity which will go with them everywhere they go. I also know what is a proper level of education. Thank you.
Submitted by parent on November 26, 2012

My son attends kindergarten here. As a former school administrator, I was skeptical when I first stepped in. The building is a 100 years old, has no A/C, etc. BUT the staff here are excellent, and I don't use that word lightly. My son rates his day by whether it is "awesome," or "really, REALLY awesome." Thanks to Mrs. K, he went from letter recognition to tons of sight words and is reading after only 2 months! They also have a ton of special classes. They receive Spanish, Library, Computers, Music, Art, and Gym. Our PTO is also amazingly active, throwing monthly parties, movie matinees, bagel days, and even funded a cafeteria revamp last year. MY children are bi-cultural, and another consideration was diversity for us. This is a very international school as well. Lastly, I have to mention the principal, Mr. Brunelli, and the office staff. They remember every detail about you and your child, love to chat, and will do everything they can to ensure you're child and family's success. Truly, we couldn't be more blessed to be at school 3.... Well, unless we get that A/C anyway :)
Submitted by other on January 28, 2012

As a former student I can only talk about what an amazing and rewarding experience I encountered at school # 3. I am a senior now in college and I still carry within me the unforgettable memories in my heart. I treasure them and carry them with me everyday. I am now studying to become a future educator all because of one wonderful teacher that inspired me to become the person I am today. I can not express my words of joy and appreciation that I have for this teacher. It is all because of her that I knew I wanted to become a teacher and make a difference just like she did. Thank you number 3 school for all the precious memories and inspirations you have me with. This school was the fundamental stepping stone in my life. Number 3 school has made me the person I am today and I have extremely grateful for that. Every time I drive past the school I just remember sitting in that classroom and picturing that teacher who really made a difference. I really look forward to doing my student teaching at this school. =) I hope my experience has helped.