Blue Rock School
110 Demarest Mill Road
West Nyack, NY 10994
Tel: 845-627-0234
Fax: 845-627-0208

The Blue Rock School is chartered by the New York State Board of Regents. The academic subjects are introduced within a rich interdisciplinary structure. All skills are developed at the child's individual pace with the child's own interest as the starting point. Our children learn by doing. They are encouraged to explore, question, and ponder the world around them and thereby to discover the skills and knowledge required to become an educated human being.

Assessment/ Standards

Our curriculum is based on the New York State Board of Education criteria. At Blue Rock School we challenge our students to set high standards for themselves. We believe that our creative and stimulating school environment promotes each student to take the risks that will lead the hime or her to the next level.

By contrast, an environment of testing and grade based evaluation can turn the learning process into a simple "pass the test" experience.

The Blue Rock School curriculum for each grade level is age and developmentally appropriate. Students acquire appropriate skills and concepts. Our teachers document and assess each student's progress throughout the year with a portfolio model. Selected pieces of each student's work are compiled into portfolios, that demonstrate the acquisition, mastery and understanding of our curriculum. Teachers prepare in-depth evaluations for each student, which in addition to regular parent /teacher conferences, keep parents informed of their child's progress.

 

 

Admissions Process

Because our classes are intentionally small, applicants are encouraged to apply early in the school year. Our Admissions process is as follows:

1. Call or Fax a request for more information, our brochure and tuition schedule.

2. Come to an Open House to tour the grounds and meet Blue Rock School teachers, the director, alumni, parents and our admissions coordinator.

Open House Dates School Year 2007-2008

Saturday, November 3, 2007 10:00am-12noon
Saturday, January 26, 2008 10:00am-12noon
Saturday, March 15, 2008 10:00am-12noon

Blue Rock School Afterschool Program
An enrichment program offering nature programs, exploring the arts, quiet work time, outdoor play, gym and music. The program is discovery-oriented, supporting the children's natural love for learning and the use of their imagination through play.

Open to the community-at-large for children ages 5 to 11
Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services
Transportation available from certain locations
For more information call 845-627-0234.

2008 Summer Program
Blue Rock School's Summer Program is a safe place for engaging in the arts, sports, music, drama, science, nature and free play on beautiful grounds surrounded by 3 acres of playgrounds and woods. For children entering Kindergarden - 5th grade.

Five Weeks
Monday-Wednesday (Thursdays optional)
June 30 through July 31
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

If you are unable to attend an Open House you may schedule a private tour of the school.

3. Fill out the application form and return it to the school with a $50 nonrefundable application fee and transcript release form.

4. Schedule a day for your child to visit his or her corresponding grade.

Students receive confirmation of acceptance after they have visited the school and the admissions committee has evaluated their application and transcripts.

Blue Rock School has a limited Scholarship Fund. Call our office for more information and a Financial Aid packet.

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Contact Blue Rock School

Please feel free to contact us for more information
Tel.: 845-627-0234,
Fax: 845-627-0208
Email: admissions@bluerockschool.org

or write to:

The Blue Rock School
110 Demarest Mill Road
West Nyack, NY 10994