Blue Ivy Carter, the firstborn of Beyoncé and JAY-Z, may only be in first grade, but her educational journey is far from ordinary. The power couple chose Los Angeles as their home in 2016 to enroll Blue Ivy in a prestigious private school, recommended by none other than Gwyneth Paltrow. This exclusive institution, The Center for Early Education, comes with a hefty price tag of $19,000 a year, offering a socio-economically and culturally diverse environment for students from preschool through sixth grade.

Contrary to the notion that celebrities distance themselves from daily school activities, Beyoncé and JAY-Z actively participate in their daughter’s academic life. Not only are they responsible for pick-up and drop-off duties, but they also attend Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) meetings. Beyoncé even surprised everyone by performing at the school’s fundraiser during Blue Ivy’s preschool year, showcasing her hits and a Whitney Houston cover.

The Center for Early Education, established in 1939, prides itself on fostering joyful, resilient, and lifelong learners. Despite its reputation as one of L.A.’s most exclusive schools with a mere 6 percent acceptance rate, the institute maintains a commitment to diversity. Approximately 44 percent of students are children of color, and financial aid is extended to many attendees.

For Blue Ivy, standing out is inevitable. Born into the lap of luxury, with her parents closing an $88 million Bel Air mansion in 2017, Blue Ivy leads a life that includes attempting a $19,000 bid at an art auction and having her own stylist and personal shopper by the age of six.

However, Beyoncé and JAY-Z’s emphasis on their daughter’s emotional well-being sets the tone for their parenting priorities. In an episode of David Letterman’s Netflix series, JAY-Z expressed pride in Blue Ivy’s emotionally healthy upbringing. Despite their opulent lifestyle, the couple is grounded in universal parenting goals—ensuring their child’s growth, resilience, and emotional health. Blue Ivy’s royal schooling experience reflects not just affluence but a commitment to providing her with a well-rounded education.