Margaret Gioiosa Pleasant Plains
31R003 — Pleasant Plains, Staten Island
A inclusive, nurturing elementary education where every child is prepared to make a positive difference in the world.
Pre-K through 5th grade • 500+ students • A community where learning extends beyond the classroom.
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About Our School
Where every child belongs.
Founded on the belief that high expectations and a safe, nurturing environment unlock every student’s potential, PS 3 serves Pre-K through 5th grade with a rigorous academic core, a love of learning, and a commitment to honesty, perseverance, and compassion.
Our diverse and inclusive community extends beyond the classroom walls, offering arts, outdoor play, and real-world experiences that prepare students for a rapidly changing world.
in Pre-K–5
Scholarship Accounts
DOE Tech Access
What We Offer
Our Programs
A balanced approach to academics, arts, and character development.
Rigorous Academics
From balanced literacy to math journals, our curriculum builds critical thinking, self-assessment, and a lifelong love of learning.
Explore AcademicsArts & Beyond
Students engage with the arts and real-world experiences that extend learning far beyond the classroom walls.
See Our ProgramsCommunity & Character
We foster honesty, perseverance, and compassion through student-led conferences, outdoor play, and family partnerships.
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children's future.
Your donation funds arts programs, teaching assistants, and school trips. Every dollar makes a difference for our students.