est. 2016

est. 2016

est. 2016

Proudly serving children in the Lake Tahoe area, we integrate robust learning with opportunities to boost self esteem. 

Proudly serving children in the Lake Tahoe area, we integrate robust learning with opportunities to boost self esteem. 

Proudly serving children in the Lake Tahoe area, we integrate robust learning with opportunities to boost self esteem. 

Your child will enjoy engaging curriculum, supportive staff, and endless fun

Your child will enjoy engaging curriculum, supportive staff, and endless fun

Your child will enjoy engaging curriculum, supportive staff, and endless fun

"My granddaughter attends Appleseed's Academy and enjoys going to school. They don't just treat them as children the teachers treat them as they are family. I get updates throughout the day and pics of her learning, playing etc. She has built friendships with children and she adores all of her teachers. Thank you so much for the outstanding service you all provide!!! I highly recommend if anyone is looking for a great daycare."

Kari H

"My granddaughter attends Appleseed's Academy and enjoys going to school. They don't just treat them as children the teachers treat them as they are family. I get updates throughout the day and pics of her learning, playing etc. She has built friendships with children and she adores all of her teachers. Thank you so much for the outstanding service you all provide!!! I highly recommend if anyone is looking for a great daycare."

Kari H

"My son has been going to Appleseeds Academy for almost 5 years now. I couldn’t be happier with where I am sending my son every single day. We went through an awful experience with a daycare, and Appleseeds Academy has completely relieved my stress, I love the staff, my son is safe and taking care of. The staff is very hands on and do so many activities with the kids as well. I am beyond grateful for LuLu and the rest of the staff at Appleseeds academy."

Casey Costa

"My son has been going to Appleseeds Academy for almost 5 years now. I couldn’t be happier with where I am sending my son every single day. We went through an awful experience with a daycare, and Appleseeds Academy has completely relieved my stress, I love the staff, my son is safe and taking care of. The staff is very hands on and do so many activities with the kids as well. I am beyond grateful for LuLu and the rest of the staff at Appleseeds academy."

Casey Costa

Our mission

Appleseeds Academy offers a creative curriculum including music, science, art, math, language arts and Spanish all taught by our well educated staff.

Our loving and nurturing atmosphere promotes optimal physical, social, emotional and cognitive development and progress for the whole child.

We build each child’s self esteem and self-confidence through quality teacher interaction, gentle guidance of age appropriate play, exploration of self-selected activities, and discovery learning.

"All three of my kids have gone to Appleseeds, and all three have left ready for kindergarten."

Ashley M.

Admissions

Follow these steps to enroll your child with us

1

Pre-registration

Pre-register online to start the admissions process. If you have any questions, you can reach out with the following contact information.

2

Tour

Come by to see our beautiful space in South Lake Tahoe

3

Deposit

If you feel Appleseed Academy is a good fit and you'd like to enroll, you'll be asked for a non-refundable deposit to hold the child's spot

4

Paperwork

Complete the enrollment packet on Playground

Thoughtful programs

Thoughtful programs

Care for children from 6 weeks to 12 years of age

Care for children from 6 weeks to 12 years of age

6 weeks - 24 months

6 weeks - 24 months

Baby Seeds

Baby Seeds

Our infant center provides a safe and loving environment where children can grow and develop their early independence. We effectively communicate with children, families and educators. We treat each child as an individual and as an equal free from bias. We believe the children lead the way to learning through natural play and the ability to grow on their own time.

Montessori

Montessori

Self-directed activities

Self-directed activities

Hands-on learning

Hands-on learning

Collaborative play

Collaborative play

Pre-Preschool and Preschool

Pre-Preschool and Preschool

Seedlings

Seedlings

As your child grows and becomes more independent, they begin to make the transition from an infant to a toddler. Children at this age are inventors, builders, problem solvers, discoverers and dreamers. They learn about the world around them as they take things apart and put them back together. We give your toddler the necessary tools they need to aid them in accomplishing their goals; thereby, helping to lay the foundation for all intellectual and emotional development to follow.

Learning through play

Learning through play

Clean & well organized environment

Clean & well organized environment

Building large motor skills

Building large motor skills

Expand your child's vocabulary

Expand your child's vocabulary

Experience the magic and wonder of books

Experience the magic and wonder of books

Foster self-expression & creative movement

Foster self-expression & creative movement

Encouraged to play and explore

Encouraged to play and explore

Transitional kindergarten

Transitional kindergarten

Sprouts

Sprouts

Our TK Program focus is on encouraging the children to become independent, critical thinkers who learn through exploration and self expression. Special attention is paid to children’s emerging competence in new and more complex play built on earlier experiences. Learning occurs as a result of activities involving trial and error, manipulation, and repetition. Cognitive, motor and physical skills are developed through active exploration and interaction with materials, adults and other children. Natural curiosity, insight and eagerness to solve problems motivate the children to participate. Interpersonal problems are addressed by more sophisticated means such as, cooperating and negotiating.

Developmentally-appropriate practices

Developmentally-appropriate practices

Hands-on involvement

Hands-on involvement

Decision-making and problem-solving skills

Decision-making and problem-solving skills

Vocabulary

Vocabulary

Social-emotional activities

Social-emotional activities

Literacy skills

Literacy skills

Afternoon Only Transitional Kindergarten available for those students who attend the TK program at Tahoe Valley Elementary or Bijou Elementary. Students can take the bus over to our school for more added learning. Students usually arrive by 12:15 - 12:20 pm.

Students from Tahoe Vally and Bijou will join our TK students for our afternoon program.

Afternoon Only Transitional Kindergarten available for those students who attend the TK program at Tahoe Valley Elementary or Bijou Elementary. Students can take the bus over to our school for more added learning. Students usually arrive by 12:15 - 12:20 pm.

Students from Tahoe Vally and Bijou will join our TK students for our afternoon program.

School age program

School age program

Samplings

Samplings

Engaging and fun every day: That’s our school age program way!!


School-age kids age 5-12 want to feel all grown up, yet they still crave comfort and security. So instead of just daycare, our child care program is designed to support their increasing interest in sports, art, music and more, both before and after school.


Teachers provide a balance of organized and self-selected activities, all in a positive, supportive atmosphere. Whether relaxing, doing homework or having fun with friends, children thrive as members of Appleseeds Academy after school program. And you’ll have peace of mind knowing your child is safe and having fun.

Sports, art, music, and more

Sports, art, music, and more

Before & after school

Before & after school

Afternoon care for students who attend the Transitional Kindergarten at LTUSD is available for those students who attend the TK program at Tahoe Valley Elementary or Bijou Elementary. Students can take the bus over to our school for more added learning. Students usually arrive by 12:15 - 12:20 pm.

Students from Tahoe Vally and Bijou will join our TK students for our afternoon program.

Appleseeds Academy makes every effort to incorporate a world of adventure and exploration, learning and fun in its Summer Camp Program. Through games, stories, music, art, water play and day visiting programs each child’s sense of self is nurtured. Weekly themes and activities engage and entertain children. Children participate in fun, hands-on activities and are encouraged to explore their own special talents and take part in new experiences. Our highly trained, loving and dedicated teachers are committed to helping children build friendships and memories to last a lifetime.

Not only will your child be spending their summer days in a creative learning environment while in our center, they will also be participating in exciting guest from outside the center to reinforce concepts taught throughout the week as they are represented in the real world!

Appleseeds Academy makes every effort to incorporate a world of adventure and exploration, learning and fun in its Summer Camp Program. Through games, stories, music, art, water play and day visiting programs each child’s sense of self is nurtured. Weekly themes and activities engage and entertain children. Children participate in fun, hands-on activities and are encouraged to explore their own special talents and take part in new experiences. Our highly trained, loving and dedicated teachers are committed to helping children build friendships and memories to last a lifetime.

Not only will your child be spending their summer days in a creative learning environment while in our center, they will also be participating in exciting guest from outside the center to reinforce concepts taught throughout the week as they are represented in the real world!

Appleseeds Academy makes every effort to incorporate a world of adventure and exploration, learning and fun in its Summer Camp Program. Through games, stories, music, art, water play and day visiting programs each child’s sense of self is nurtured. Weekly themes and activities engage and entertain children. Children participate in fun, hands-on activities and are encouraged to explore their own special talents and take part in new experiences. Our highly trained, loving and dedicated teachers are committed to helping children build friendships and memories to last a lifetime.

Not only will your child be spending their summer days in a creative learning environment while in our center, they will also be participating in exciting guest from outside the center to reinforce concepts taught throughout the week as they are represented in the real world!

Frequently asked questions

Do you offer a discount for multiple children?

Yes, we offer a sibling discount.

Are meals provided?

Do you accept Child Care Assistance?

What is the tuition billing policy?

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