Merrifield Child Development Academy has been operating since 1991. We are conveniently located in Falls Church near the Dunn-Loring Metro.
The Academy provides stimulating and rewarding learning experiences for a diverse group of children whose ages range from 16 months to 5 years old.
We also provide before and after school care for children 6 years old to 10 years old.
We strive to provide parents with peace of mind by welcome their children to a place that offers a high quality education program with competitive tuition costs.
We are an Approved Provider Office for Children's Child Care Assistance and Referral (CCAR) Program. This program shares resources and makes referrals to families to our academy and other centers in Fairfax county.
CCAR also provides financial assistance for child care to eligible Fairfax County families and support to Approved Providers.
Our philosophy at Merrifield Child Development Academy is to develop a child`s social, emotional, and physical development.
In addition, we focus on intellectual growth, early literacy, language skills, and creativity by using a variety of hands-on strategies, resources and techniques, so that children become positive young thinkers.
Our mission is to provide a high quality preschool education program where children engage in meaningful learning and play!.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-5
Year Founded
1991
Student Body
Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Camille Coleman
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Merrifield Child Development Academy cost?
Merrifield Child Development Academy's tuition is approximately $400 for summer students.
When is the application deadline for Merrifield Child Development Academy?
The application deadline for Merrifield Child Development Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Merrifield Child Development Academy is Trinity Academy Meadow View (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori School Of Cedar Lane (1.1 miles away)
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Montessori School Of Cedar Lane
Montessori School
3035 Cedar Ln
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 560-4379
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 560-4379
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 97 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
2853 Meadow View Road
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 876-1920
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 876-1920
1.1 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 206 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition listed
Holly Brook Montessori School
Montessori School
2455 Gallows Rd
Dunn Loring, VA 22027
(703) 573-7800
Dunn Loring, VA 22027
(703) 573-7800
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 66 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
8800 Arlington Blvd
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 573-7221
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 573-7221
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 19 students Tuition listed
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Vienna, VA 22180
(703) 992-9924
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(703) 992-9924
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