Apples & Books Learning Center (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 130 students
Yearly Tuition: $1,036
Average class size: 13 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

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Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Apples & Books Learning Center
Nursery	40
Pre-K	83
Kind	7

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Year Founded

1995

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

130 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

57%

State avg.: 40%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Average Class Size

13 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$1,036

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Admissions Director

Vanessa Carey

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

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 Pre-K/Kindergarten-Prep, 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.

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.

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Apples & Books Learning Center's tuition is approximately $1,036 for private students.

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The average private school tuition in Somerset County, NJ is $24,581 for elementary schools and $32,288 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Somerset County, NJ is 72% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).