Sandwich Public Schools
A legacy of purpose and possibility
Forestdale School
151 Route 130
Forestdale, MA 02644
Phone: (508) 477-6600
Fax: (508) 477-7665
Grades: Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade
Enrollment: 570 students
Principal: Chris Dintino (Mr. D)
Assistant Principal: Kara Schofield
Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
School Day: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Wed Early Release: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Early Dismissal: 9:00 AM – 12:39 PM
At the Forestdale School, our mission reminds us every day of who we are and what we value: We grow readers. We are a family of learners. We are safe, have fun, and are kind to one another, and we never give up. These guiding principles shape every classroom, hallway, and interaction within our school community. Whether students are exploring new stories, collaborating on projects, or building friendships, we are committed to creating an environment where every child feels supported, challenged, and inspired to grow. Our focus on literacy and the joy of reading remains at the heart of our work, ensuring that all students develop the skills and confidence they need to thrive.
As we move through the year together, I am continually proud of the care, perseverance, and positivity our students demonstrate each day. Teachers, families, and staff play an essential role in nurturing the Forestdale spirit—one where kindness is expected, safety is prioritized, and learning is celebrated. Thank you for being partners in fostering a school culture where children feel encouraged to take risks, persist through challenges, and embrace the fun of learning. With your continued support, Forestdale will remain a place where every student knows they belong and where we truly never give up.
Warm regards,
Chris Dintino
October 13, 2026
Blue Knight Highlights What's Happening in the Sandwich Public Schools October 12, 2026 SMHS Earns State Recognition For the 2026 accountability data released by the Massachusetts Department of Ele...
October 11, 2026
Forestdale School Weekly Update October 11, 2026 Walk, Ride, and Roll to School On Friday, October 9th, Forestdale students and families participated in Walk, Ride, and Roll to School Day, sponsore...
October 4, 2026
Forestdale School Weekly Update October 4, 2026 Good News... and photos from the week Good news! Bus 13 is rocking it with consistently great behavior on the bus! In other good news, when students ...
September 28, 2026
Blue Knight Highlights What's Happening in the Sandwich Public Schools September 27, 2026 Eye-to-Eye Leaders Attend National Summit Sandwich Middle High School seniors Cora Tedeschi and Addyson Cur...
September 27, 2026
Forestdale School Weekly Update September 27, 2026 Red Sox Spirit Day On Tuesday, September 29th, students are encouraged to show their Red Sox pride by wearing Boston Red Sox gear or any baseball ...
September 20, 2026
Forestdale School Weekly Update September 20, 2026 Pre-K Our littlest learners started school on Monday this week. Three year olds come in the morning and our 4-5 year olds come in the afternoon. S...
September 13, 2026
Forestdale School Weekly UpdateSeptember 13, 2026Harvest TimeOur Forestdale students are beginning to harvest the wonderful produce grown in our Together We Grow Garden! This is an exciting opportu...
September 13, 2026
Blue Knight Highlights What's Happening in the Sandwich Public Schools September 13, 2026 Welcome Back! A wise educator once told me, "We are so fortunate to be in this business! Where else do we g...
September 6, 2026
Forestdale School Weekly Update September 6, 2026 The First Two Days... Mother nature was kind enough to hold off the rain on our first day back to school. Students laden with school supplies and n...
August 30, 2026
Forestdale School Weekly Update August 31, 2026 Welcome Back It gives us great pleasure to welcome back all of our students and families to Forestdale Elementary School for another exciting and suc...
School Hours:
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
1-Hour Delay
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
2-Hour Delay
11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Early Dismissal/ Half Day
9:00 AM - 12:39 PM
Early Dismissal Wednesday
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
At Forestdale we grow readers.
We are a family of learners
We are safe, have fun, are kind to one another and never give up.
If you have not already set up your account with Pick Up Patrol, please contact the office 508-477-6600. We will be happy to send you the link. Please be reminded that the link in the registration email expires in 48 hours. See the tutorial below for help setting up your account.
ParentSquare
All schools in our district use ParentSquare for school communication primarily with email, text, and app notifications.
ParentSquare automatically syncs with our student information system to generate an account for each parent, using their preferred email address and phone number. We encourage parents to access their accounts so they can download the mobile app and update their preferences on when and how they are notified.
ParentSquare is a safe, secure, and modern approach to communication and collaboration between school and home. Learn more and get started today by viewing our ParentSquare web page.
Enrollment is open to all residents. Non-residents may apply through the school choice program and are dependent on seat availability.
