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We seek to develop a love of learning; a sense of responsibility and self-respect as well as a respect for others; an independent, confident thinker and learner; a working knowledge of all academic areas; an understanding and acceptance of human equality; communications, critical thinking and problem solving strategies; a practice of good citizenship; an awareness of a healthy body and mind and the means to achieve it; and an appreciation of the arts.

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Wantagh Elementary School
1765 Beech Street, Wantagh, NY 11793

Phone: (516) 765-4600
 

Grades: Universal Pre-K – 5th
Principal: Briana James
School Hours: 

Universal Pre-K: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Grades K – 5: 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM

 

Dear Wantagh Elementary School Families,A woman with long brown hair smiles at the camera, wearing a navy blazer over a striped shirt.

Welcome to the 2026 - 2027 School Year!

I hope your summer has been filled with sunshine, time with family and friends, and plenty of moments to slow down and enjoy the season. When the James children (7 and 10) weren’t at camp, we spent a few days exploring Fire Island and the rest of our summer enjoying some of the simple pleasures that make Long Island such a wonderful place to call home. We really are so lucky to live here!

As we look ahead to a new school year, I am reminded of what matters most - the trust you place in us each and every day. Every morning, you send us someone who means the world to you, and we never take that responsibility lightly. Together with our wonderful faculty and staff, I look forward to creating a school where every child feels known, cared for, encouraged, and excited to learn.

Enjoy these last days of summer, soak up every bit of them, and make a few more memories before the backpacks come out!

I can’t wait to see you and your children on the first day of school, and all the days that follow!

Sincerely,

Briana James

Proud Principal of Wantagh Elementary School 

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