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Apples And Books Learning Center

1036 Route 202 S, Branchburg, NJ, 08876-0887 -

School Notes Overview:

Apples and Books Learning Center’s mission is to serve the community by offering exceptionally high quality childcare and early childhood education with flexible programs designed to nurture the growing child in a clean, safe and loving environment. Apples and Books Learning Center opened February of 1995 and is family owned and managed. Our services include infant care through full-day kindergarten, before and after school care for kindergarteners through 5th graders, and a full day summer program. We serve homemade meals. All classes have age appropriate curriculum including daily Bible stories from the old and new testament mainly to promote good moral values and social interaction. All teachers lead a short prayer before meals to promote being thankful for our food. Our school philosophy is that each child is unique and develops at their own individual timing, learning should be fun and in an environment where each child can develop completely, positive guidance is most effective and used by our teachers to praise acceptable behavior and finally, we are here to support and strengthen the family. ...

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School Overview:

	Apples And Books Learning Center
School Type	Early Childhood / Day Care
School Membership(s)	National Association for the Education of Young Children
Religious Affiliation	Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered	Grades Nursery/Preschool - Kindergarten
County	Somerset County, NJ
Student Body
Total Students	42 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(NJ) School Avg.
% Students of Color	37%	32%
Students by Grade
	Nursery - 40 students
	Pre-K - 32 students
	Kind - 10 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	14 teachers
Average Class Size	13
Classroom dress code	Casual
	This School	(NJ) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:32	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	256 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	11 hours	6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline	None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost	$1,036
Admissions Director	Vanessa Carey

School Notes:

You Matter Most to Us - You’re the reason why we’re here. Your concerns are our concerns. Your child’s needs are our primary focus. Our ears are always ready to listen to you!
A Positive Influence - Our program teaches your child good moral values with a focus on manners and respect.
Clean, Safe and Loving Environment - Your child will attend a school that is well maintained and consistently follows state childcare regulations while receiving tender care from our loving staff.
Certified Teachers - Our professional staff provides your child with their experience and education in early childhood development.
Homemade, Nutritious and Well-Balanced Meals - Prepared fresh daily for your child. We understand the importance of healthy meals for the growing child.
Family Owned and Operated - With over 13 years of experience, our school strives to have the highest reputation in the community. Our school’s reputation is our family’s reputation.
Small Class Sizes - Your child will receive the extra attention and care he or she deserves.
Flexible Schedules - We offer a variety of schedules to meet your needs. We can also customize a schedule for you.
Profile last updated: 11/11/2008

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (08876)	School Zip (08876)	(NJ) State Average
Population (Approximate)	41,956 people	8,413,990 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	49%	36%
Population Average Age	36 years old	36 years old
Average Household size	2.6 persons	2.7 persons
Median Household Income	$68,213	$57,061
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	6 rooms	5.6 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	35 years old	46 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	71% / 29%	62% / 38%