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APPLE TREE LEARNING CENTER

440 EAST 48 STREET

At a Glance

A Nurturing Early Childhood Community Where Each Child Is Seen as Unique

Best suited for

Families with young children (infant through early elementary) seeking a nurturing, consistent environment with personalized attention, particularly those eligible for NYC's free 3-K and Pre-K programs

What stands out
  • Full infant-to-fifth-grade continuum under one roof — rare in Brooklyn
  • Free NYC 3-K and Pre-K for All programs available
  • After-school program extends care through elementary years
  • Teachers consistently praised as caring and highly dedicated
  • Small group sizes allow for individual attention
Things to consider
  • Tuition of $17,160–$24,180 is a significant investment for families not qualifying for free programs
  • Limited academic detail available about upper elementary grades
  • Very focused on early childhood — families will need to transition to another school by grade 6
IdentityEach Child Is Unique And Deserves Respect, Consistency, Care And Attention — A Philosophy That Permeates From Infant Care Through Fifth Grade

A family-oriented early childhood center that treats each child as an individual worthy of respect and personalized attention

CommunityDiverse

Parents describe a tight-knit community where teachers are dedicated and genuinely invested in children's development. The environment encourages interaction, learning, and socialization across age groups.

NeighborhoodEast Flatbush-Rugby

East Flatbush-Rugby is a residential neighborhood in central Brooklyn known for its strong family community and cultural diversity. It's well-served by public transit and has several nearby parks.

The area is walkable with good subway access via the 2/5 trains at Flatbush Avenue, though families typically drive or use buses for younger children

Notable Programs

Infant daycare programPreschool programAfter School programNYC 3-K for AllPre-K for All

What Parents Are Saying

Generally positive - teachers described as the absolute best, staff genuinely cares about children, great place for children to interact learn and socialize

Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026

Frequently Asked Questions
Is APPLE TREE LEARNING CENTER a good school?
Published quality ratings aren't available for APPLE TREE LEARNING CENTER yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in East Flatbush-Rugby.
What grades does APPLE TREE LEARNING CENTER serve?
APPLE TREE LEARNING CENTER serves grades Pre-K to 5.
How do students get into APPLE TREE LEARNING CENTER?
APPLE TREE LEARNING CENTER runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
Is APPLE TREE LEARNING CENTER public, charter, or private?
APPLE TREE LEARNING CENTER is a private school.
What neighborhood is APPLE TREE LEARNING CENTER in?
APPLE TREE LEARNING CENTER is in East Flatbush-Rugby, Brooklyn.
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