Nurturing a community of learners through purpose and inspiration

At Blue Apple, a private nursery school, we shape the future with exceptional care and education for children aged 1-5.
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Explore Our Programs

At Blue Apple, we nurture the seeds of curiosity and interest, crafting the learning journey that begins from the earliest years. Our programs blend explorative play with structured learning, encouraging independence in a setting where each child is encouraged to exceed their abilities

Under Twos

For the youngest learners, aged 12 to 23 months, focusing on sensory exploration and fostering secure attachments.

Toddler

For children aged 2 to 3 years, emphasizing discovery through play and the beginnings of structured learning.

Preschool

For children aged 3 to 4 years, expanding on social skills and foundational knowledge in a vibrant learning environment.

Kindergarten

For children aged 5 to 6 years, preparing for future academic success with a curriculum rich in literacy, numeracy, and creative expression.

Key to learning

learners natural disposition to curiosity, self-motivitaion and resilience

Parents Partnership

We champion family involvement, integrating parent insights into our curriculum for a collaborative educational experience.

Secure Physical and Emotional approach

We prioritize creating a space where children feel secure to explore and express themselves. Our classrooms are designed to be havens of comfort, where each child knows they are seen, understood, and cared for
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Daily Schedule Information

Our schedule is crafted to meet the natural rhythms of children’s need for movement, promoting self-regulation and sensory development.

We balance active ‘expansion’ periods for exploration with focused ‘concentration’ times for group activities like singing and reading.

Tailored to age, our younger learners enjoy shorter group sessions to suit their developing attention spans.

Orange Room

Under Twos (12 to 23 months)

Blue Room

Twos (24 to 36 months/toddlers)

Green Room

 Threes (36 to 48 months/Preschoolers)

Yellow Room

Fours (48 months and older) Blue Pre-K/Kindergarten – depending on the registrations

We have throughly enjoyed our time at Blue Apple!

My husband and I often joke that we wish our son could go there through high school. We’ve been continuously impressed by the caliber of the teachers, staff, curriculum, and facilities. Blue Apple also fosters a warm and welcoming community that provides much needed support for many New York transplants who do not have relatives nearby. We love how communicative the staff is with our family and how thoughtfully all aspects of learning are executed and incorporated daily as well as with special events and field trips .The emphasis on social-emotional and play based learning fostered at Blue Apple have also been an integral part of our son’s development, which we are extremely grateful for. I highly recommend Blue Apple as an early child hood learning center for any family! – Rachel M. 

My husband and I decided earlier on to invest in our little girl’s early education. We were thrilled when we toured B.A. and learned about their programs and the language they use. The director was so passionate about the whole thing that were sold immediately. My daughter stayed there for two years and love every second of it! We made a perfect choice!

We had a great experience at Blue during the two years we spent in this welcoming and supportive environment. The teachers are warm and joyful, the atmosphere is relaxed and pleasant, and the director is open and involved in every detail of the well-being of children. I couldn’t have made a better choice.

“We’ve been part of the Blue Apple family for three years now, and it’s been an incredible journey for our two sons. Blue Apple is more than just a daycare; it’s a nurturing environment where early education thrives.

The teachers are exceptional, showing genuine care and dedication to our children’s growth and well-being. Thanks to their guidance and support, our sons have developed rapidly and formed meaningful connections with their peers. We’re grateful for the positive impact Blue Apple has had on our family’s early educational journey.” The Fletcher – Jack and Benny’s  parents.

We will be moving to New Jersey in the next few months and have been looking for a nursery school for our kiddos. Nothing found could be compared to the level of warmth and care Blue Apple offers to the children. We will miss it so much!!!!!!!!

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Meet Our Teachers

Dive into the heart of Blue Apple where our passionate educators spark curiosity and foster academic and personal growth. Each with a story to tell and a dedication to shaping young minds, our teachers are not just educators; they are the guiding lights on your child’s journey of discovery.

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Dora Jakus

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Blue Apple is a private nursery school located in Astoria.

We are a progressive, constructivist school that bases the early years and preschool/kindergarten teachings on well-known and recent research in the child development field. We offer programs for ages 1 to 5 through different schedule options.