At Chesterbrook Academy Preschool on Woodshire Dr. in Sterling, we combine learning and play in a fun and safe child care environment for children ages 6 weeks through Pre-K.
Our proprietary Links to Learning curriculum prepares children for elementary school and life by developing important academic, social, and emotional skills.
We are committed to providing exceptional daycare and preschool education to children in the Sterling, Countryside, Ashburn, Cascades, and Lowes Island communities and beyond.
Visit us to see all that our NAEYC-accredited preschool has to offer. We are conveniently located near the Dulles Town Center.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1996
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Chesterbrook Academy Woodshire-Sterling?
The application deadline for Chesterbrook Academy Woodshire-Sterling is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Chesterbrook Academy Woodshire-Sterling is Hidayah Academy (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Karter School Of Cascades (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is NoVa KinderCare (0.6 miles away)
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