At a Glance
A neighborhood private school where each child's individual learning journey takes center stage
Families in the Gravesend/Homecrest area seeking an affordable-by-Brooklyn-standards private education with a progressive, child-centered philosophy. Particularly appealing to parents who value individualized learning and diversity as core principles, and who want a school where their child will be known as an individual rather than a number. Works well for families prioritizing intrinsic motivation and independent thinking over test-score-heavy curricula.
- Writing Across the Curriculum program — weaving writing instruction through all subject areas
- Literacy focus integrated throughout the program
- Instructional Technology component — preparing students for digital learning environments
- Critical thinking and research skills development
- Science Fairs offering hands-on exploration
- Limited public information compared to larger private schools — parent testimonials are the primary external validation
- Small school with a narrow grade range (PK-5th) — may feel tight for families seeking a longer K-12 continuum
- At $10,000-$11,999, tuition is moderate for Brooklyn private schools but still a significant annual commitment
- School lacks the extensive extracurricular programming of larger institutions
- Online presence is minimal, so families will want to visit directly to assess fit
A small private school serving pre-kindergarten through 5th grade in Brooklyn's Gravesend neighborhood, with a focus on individualized instruction tailored to each student's abilities and interests.
The school explicitly prioritizes educating a diverse student population. Parent reviews shared on the school's website are positive, though this is a smaller program without the extensive community footprint of longer-established institutions.
Gravesend (East)-Homecrest is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood with a family density score of 68/100, indicating a solid concentration of families with children. The area offers a quieter, more neighborhood-oriented feel compared to busier parts of Brooklyn, with access to local shops and restaurants.
Located on Lake Street in Gravesend, the area is primarily residential with good street-level walkability for a Brooklyn neighborhood. Families typically walk or drive to school.
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What Parents Are Saying
Positive testimonials from parents on school website
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is BIG APPLE INSTITUTE SITE 2 a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for BIG APPLE INSTITUTE SITE 2 yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Gravesend (East)-Homecrest.
- What grades does BIG APPLE INSTITUTE SITE 2 serve?
- BIG APPLE INSTITUTE SITE 2 serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into BIG APPLE INSTITUTE SITE 2?
- BIG APPLE INSTITUTE SITE 2 runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is BIG APPLE INSTITUTE SITE 2 public, charter, or private?
- BIG APPLE INSTITUTE SITE 2 is a private school.
- What neighborhood is BIG APPLE INSTITUTE SITE 2 in?
- BIG APPLE INSTITUTE SITE 2 is in Gravesend (East)-Homecrest, Brooklyn.
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