The Red Apple is a licensed, nationally accredited, private day school specifically designed to assist in the development and readiness of the preschool, pre kindergarten and kindergarten child.
We offer morning and afternoon school programs from September through mid June.
Countrywood offers an extended preschool day from 7.30 a.m. until 5 p.m. We follow the Stafford County Schools calendar.
The program provides a series of structured and unstructured activities that contribute to the child's social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Learning centers and motivational activities build the foundations for future academic pursuits.
Children are encouraged to observe, discover, investigate and enjoy themselves in a learning environment.
Classes are small and teacher retention is high. Teachers hold degrees and credientials in early childhood education, human growth development, elementary education, and other child related fields,.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1981
Student Body
Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
39:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Jaqueline Mott
School Notes
- Children must be three by Decemeber 31st and potty trained to attend the main school.
- A two year old class is offered at the Summit Campus. Call the school for information. This group will not need to be potty trained.
Source: Verified school update
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The application deadline for Red Apple School Inc is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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