PS IS 226
PS 226K — Bensonhurst, Brooklyn
A nurturing, rigorous, community-driven Pre-K–8 school where every child is challenged, engaged, and empowered to thrive.
Pre-K–8 • 1,200 students • A Platinum Wellness School in the heart of Bensonhurst
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About Our School
Where every child belongs.
Founded in 1924, P.S./I.S. 226 serves over 1,200 students from Pre-K through 8th grade. Our data-driven instruction and nurturing environment ensure every student is challenged and supported to reach their fullest academic, social, and emotional potential.
We believe in shared responsibility—teachers, families, and the community working together to foster a culture of high expectations and belonging. From our award-winning wellness programs to our vibrant after-school clubs, we prepare students to be cooperative, healthy, and motivated learners for life.
Pre-K–8
Panther Pride Fest
Award Winner
Clubs & Sports
What We Offer
Our Programs
Rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, and real-world partnerships that inspire growth.
CHAMPS Sports & Fitness
Our CHAMPS program promotes health and teamwork through before- and after-school sports and fitness activities, helping students become Cooperative, Healthy, Active, Motivated, and Positive for life.
Explore CHAMPSCool Culture & Arts
Through partnerships like Cool Culture, our Pre-K and Kindergarten families enjoy free access to NYC’s top museums, plus Broadway Junior musicals and school-wide arts events that spark creativity and literacy.
Learn MoreCollege & Career Readiness
With support from JP Morgan Chase, our 8th graders build real-world skills—from stock market analysis to personal branding—preparing them for high school and beyond.
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Upcoming Events
School events, PTA meetings, and important dates — all in one place.
A live events calendar, right here.
Your Google Calendar syncs straight into the site — tours, PTA meetings, and key dates update automatically, no re-typing. We wire this up when you come aboard.
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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.