PS 189 The Bilingual Center maintains its place among the highest achieving K-8 schools in Brooklyn, receiving U.S. News & World Report’s Best Elementary and Middle Schools designation. Multilingual instruction and the school’s collaborative relationship with various agencies including Haitian Americans United for Progress are integral to PS 189's educational culture during the 2025-2026 academic year.

Q1. What are the languages of instruction offered at PS 189 Bilingual Center?

Ans. Haitian Creole, Spanish, French, and Latin are the languages of instruction provided at PS 189 Bilingual Center, where all children receive second-language instruction.

Q2. Can non-District 17 children attend PS 189 Bilingual Center?

Ans. Yes, children from other districts may join PS 189’s dual-language programs, and there might be space for out-of-zone applicants at the middle school level.

Q3. Is there a Gifted and Talented program at PS 189 Bilingual Center?

Ans. Yes, a gifted program is provided at PS 189. This program is run by the school itself, and parents who would like more information are advised to contact the school.

Q4. What kind of college preparatory programs are offered at PS 189 Bilingual Center?

Ans. PS 189 provides fast-tracked high school classes for grade eight students. Students can enroll in an advanced algebra class and get ready for Regents exams in English, Spanish, and French.

Q5. What type of after-school programs are available at PS 189 Bilingual Center?

Ans. Extended day programs are offered by PS 189 for children in kindergarten through eighth grade. Boys and girls have separate programs.