St. Athanasius School

830 SOUTHERN BLVD

The Bronx, NY 10459

9 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-8
Type

private

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Submitted by parent on June 10, 2024

I am writing this because I feel like it needs to be said. I enrolled my twins into this school for pre k because I thought it would be a good experience for them. I was so wrong. My children only went there for three days and that was because the first day my son did not adjust well to the new environment and he tried to run and they immediately called me after he was only there for 15 minutes and asked me to pick him up. The next day was a Friday, he was feeling sick so I didn't send him and then the Monday I took him in only for a half hour after I dropped him off I get a call again to pick him because they claimed he didn't want to stay in the class and he pushed a teacher's assistant into a closet. My son was three years old last year in september and maybe 35 pounds, I still can't understand how that small child could push a whole adult into a closet and because I was at work and had to make my way back to pick them up, it took me a a little less than an hour to get down to them and they called and emailed me like every 15 minutes to find how long it was going to take to pick him up. Nevertheless, their email to me was that they felt my son was a danger to the school and he could no longer attend. Of course I had to withdraw my daughter from there as well because at that point I realized that this was not a nice, caring, nurturing environment for my kids. The interesting was because they threw my son out they did refund my fees that I paid three to four months later but refused to refund the fee for my daughter like they didn't really believe that I would leave my daughter there after they threw her brother out. Also they were acting like they was going to keep the school supplies that I gave for my daughter for her class, scuh as the wipes, paper towel, hand sanitizer. I kept hounding them and eventually got them back, not the same ones but whatever they felt like returning.
Submitted by parent on September 07, 2021

This school is Good and my daughter is learning som much.
Submitted by parent on June 11, 2020

I am a masters graduate who is not only an alumni of this school 94-05’ (pre-k till 8th) but i am now a proud parent of a girl who is in 5th grade in the same school. I first decided to put her in public school because i didn’t really have the financials to put her in catholic school. I had never went to public school (until college) and even though i knew the education system was not the same, i underestimated how DIFFERENT they were. I hated public school for her and wish i would be able to afford the catholic school. It wasn’t until she was in 2nd grade i finally looked into catholic schools because She was too behind for my liking and i did not enjoy the lack of communication between teachers and parents nor the curriculum. I found out that St.A did scholarships and financial aid and i was ecstatic. Ever since i transferred her, my daughter has been excelling and is learning the same morals i once was taught. I recommended this school to anyone who is looking to INVEST in their CHILD’S EDUCATION & FUTURE. Ps. I also still have the same best friends from when i was in pre-k. Our kids hangout together.... it’s all because this is not a school. It is a safe and loving community. We have a group chat with 20/28 of our graduating class <3
Submitted by parent on December 04, 2016

My daughter loves going to school. She has been there since pre k, the teachers are great, the after school program is good as well, they do a variety of activities, yoga, chess, Zumba, and they really teach kids how to open up but participating in shows, little presentations to help them come out their shell and become comfortable in speaking in public and in front of others. It's amazing how they start this from such a lower grade including pre k. I have no complaints, great school and I'm super happy with my choice.
Submitted by parent on June 09, 2015

The teachers are very good in pinpointing where the child needs help and provide and/OR guide you so that your child gets the help.
Submitted by parent on June 20, 2014

St. Athanasius did not meet the they proclaim in their into its school system. My son started Kindergarten in fourth grade the teacher told me she don't understand his handwriting and they don't accept print form. they said "The No Bully System " and Many times they turn a blind eye when a lot incidents happened . The principal did not give us the support we needed but had no problem taking the money .they only think about money. This was the worst investment I ever made. As a result my son loosed the level , I removed my son from this school . But except to the few staff Members: Sister Sandy, Ms Perez ,Ms Madeo. THANK YOU:
Submitted by parent on May 06, 2014

This school has been a home away from home. Moving here from another state, St. A's has not only given my daughter a wonderful education and foundation for life, they have been there for us in ways that I am so grateful for. The extra- curricular activities provided that teach life skilsl and build self- esteem is priceless. They have become like family. My daughter loves St. Athanasius!! It is a pleasure to pay tuition each month. Every dollar is well spent!!
Submitted by other on February 21, 2014

The prk3 teacher is an excellent teacher. Warm and loving to all the children. She works well with parents and gives all the children the attention they need.
Submitted by parent on February 16, 2011

my daughter has been attenting this school for about a few months and its her first time in school. i am impressed how she has learned so much and will keep my daughter there. she is in pre-k3 and this is an excellent school compared to public. and they help you to acheive and help your child what they lack in. its worth my hard working money. keep up the great work.