PS 1 Bergen will continue to provide educational services to the diverse population of pre-k to grade 5 students located in the Sunset Park area in the coming year, that is, 2025-2026, with a continued emphasis on literacy education among English language learners. PS 1 Bergen is one of the schools in the NYC Public Schools system that are involved in the provision of educational programs to multilingual learners. The teaching staff at the school will continue to grow bilingual capacity among other priorities.

Q1. Which neighborhood is served by PS 1 Bergen?

Ans. PS 1 Bergen operates in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn and admits children from the locality under the geographical attendance zone system employed by New York City.

Q2. Do the schools have any bilingual programs?

Ans. PS 1 Bergen educates a large number of Spanish speaking pupils and offers English Language Learner instructional support services; however, it would be best to call up the institution for information on their bilingual programs.

Q3. How many full-time teachers work at PS 1 Bergen?

Ans. There are a total of 60 full-time equivalent teaching staff members employed by the institution, making it relatively well staffed among the elementary campuses in Community School District 20, Brooklyn.

Q4. Is PS 1 Bergen a Title I school?

Ans. Yes, PS 1 Bergen caters to poor children, with 92 out of 100 children being eligible for federal Title I services.

Q5. What after-school programs does the school provide for kids?

Ans. PS 1 Bergen collaborates with non-profit organizations in providing after-school activities; interested parents are advised to contact the school’s parent coordinator for details regarding the availability of programs.