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Come check out Merritt Academy! We currently have infants through 6th grade, but recently announced plans to expand into 7th and 8th over the next two years. I'd love to give you a tour and talk to you more about your children.
Are you interested in learning more about Merritt Academy's Kindergarten-6th grade accelerated academic and award-winning Character Education programs? These school-day Open House events from welcome students and parents to come and visit our campus, meet teachers and administrators and observe classes in session.
New this year: visit our STEAM suite, where principles of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics are explored by classes on a daily basis!
RSVP to Amy Pernick, Director of Admissions at amyp@merrittacademy.org or 703-539-8394
New this year: visit our STEAM suite, where principles of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics are explored by classes on a daily basis!
RSVP to Amy Pernick, Director of Admissions at amyp@merrittacademy.org or 703-539-8394
Due to a recent program expansion, Merritt Academy in Fairfax, Virginia still has a limited number of spaces in the pre-K program for the 2014-15 school year!
Designed to engage and challenge each child at his or her own level, Merritt Academy's preschool program understands that children are filled with natural curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. Merritt’s Preschool program fosters this enthusiasm through imaginative play, creative projects and academic activities that engage and stimulate children’s intellectual growth. Typical daily activities include art projects, language development/writing exercises, imaginative play and cognitive explorations. On a weekly basis, students engage in a number of specialty activities including foreign language (Spanish and French), library, computers, music and P.E., led by specialists.
Our excellent student-to-teacher ratio allow for individual and small-group instruction to take place, while children are able to practice an increasing level of independence in decision-making, self-advocacy and problem-solving skills. Each classroom is lead by a team of educators who work hand-in-hand to ensure that students are challenged and engaged in their learning environment. The curriculum is theme-based, which captures imagination and exposes children to a variety of topics, from Celebrations around the World to Amazing Authors to My Five Senses.
Merritt Academy's Pre-K students also take off-campus field trips offer additional opportunities to bring lessons to life.
Door to door bus transportation may be available- please inquire for details.
Schedule your tour today: 703-539-8394 or AmyP@merrittacademy.org
Designed to engage and challenge each child at his or her own level, Merritt Academy's preschool program understands that children are filled with natural curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. Merritt’s Preschool program fosters this enthusiasm through imaginative play, creative projects and academic activities that engage and stimulate children’s intellectual growth. Typical daily activities include art projects, language development/writing exercises, imaginative play and cognitive explorations. On a weekly basis, students engage in a number of specialty activities including foreign language (Spanish and French), library, computers, music and P.E., led by specialists.
Our excellent student-to-teacher ratio allow for individual and small-group instruction to take place, while children are able to practice an increasing level of independence in decision-making, self-advocacy and problem-solving skills. Each classroom is lead by a team of educators who work hand-in-hand to ensure that students are challenged and engaged in their learning environment. The curriculum is theme-based, which captures imagination and exposes children to a variety of topics, from Celebrations around the World to Amazing Authors to My Five Senses.
Merritt Academy's Pre-K students also take off-campus field trips offer additional opportunities to bring lessons to life.
Door to door bus transportation may be available- please inquire for details.
Schedule your tour today: 703-539-8394 or AmyP@merrittacademy.org
Hello,
Happy to answer your question. Yes, Merritt Academy is a not-for-profit organization. We are classified as a 501(c)(3). If you have any other questions, please feel free to email me: amyp@merrittacademy.org
Sincerely,
Amy Pernick
Director of Admissions, Merritt Academy
Happy to answer your question. Yes, Merritt Academy is a not-for-profit organization. We are classified as a 501(c)(3). If you have any other questions, please feel free to email me: amyp@merrittacademy.org
Sincerely,
Amy Pernick
Director of Admissions, Merritt Academy
Hello OP, I'm the Director of Admissions at Merritt Academy. Although our school only goes through 6th grade, we give our students an excellent foundation and have a great record of placement in top privates for upper school. If you are weighing your options in Northern Virginia, definately check us out! I'd love to show you around. Please feel free to contact me at amyp@merrittacademy.org.
A Merritt Academy education pays dividends for a lifetime, giving your child the academic foundation to propel them towards their greatest ambitions, and the strength of character to guide them forward to success.
For half a century, Merritt Academy in Fairfax, Virginia has provided a stimulating and character-driven eductational program, where children (infants through elementary school) are encouraged by dedicated, supportive and motivating faculty to reach their fullest potential. At Merritt Academy, teachers utilize the latest tools of techonology to instruct our accellerated curriculum, share our unique Design and Technology initiative integrating principles of STEM (science, technology. engineering and mathematics), and provide meaningful opportunities to develop life-long self-confidence and leadership skills.
Prospective and current students (and their families) are invited to join us for our Winter Open House on Saturday, February 23 from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. Start in our Gym, then tour our campus where you will have the opportunity to speak with teachers and administrators about our unique approach to Character Education, visit our vibrant classrooms, and learn how the Merritt Experience can open a universe of opportunities for your child!
If you have any questions, please contact Director of Admissions, Amy Pernick (amyp@merrittacademy.org, 703-539-8394). No RSVP is necessary!
For half a century, Merritt Academy in Fairfax, Virginia has provided a stimulating and character-driven eductational program, where children (infants through elementary school) are encouraged by dedicated, supportive and motivating faculty to reach their fullest potential. At Merritt Academy, teachers utilize the latest tools of techonology to instruct our accellerated curriculum, share our unique Design and Technology initiative integrating principles of STEM (science, technology. engineering and mathematics), and provide meaningful opportunities to develop life-long self-confidence and leadership skills.
Prospective and current students (and their families) are invited to join us for our Winter Open House on Saturday, February 23 from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. Start in our Gym, then tour our campus where you will have the opportunity to speak with teachers and administrators about our unique approach to Character Education, visit our vibrant classrooms, and learn how the Merritt Experience can open a universe of opportunities for your child!
If you have any questions, please contact Director of Admissions, Amy Pernick (amyp@merrittacademy.org, 703-539-8394). No RSVP is necessary!
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My name is Amy, and I'm the Director of Admissions at Merritt Academy. My opinion is that a "daycare" provides child supervision and ensures that children's basic needs (food, clothing, diapering) are met while parents are away. They may or may not incorporate other activities, and generally do not ascribe to a larger program, curriculum or teaching philosophy (Traditional vs. Montessori vs. Progressive, etc.)
I consider Merritt Academy's program to be a full-time preschool as opposed to a daycare. The distinction, in my opinion, comes down to the caliber of teachers/caregivers that work directly with the children (are they degreed, is teaching preschool their career choice, or just a job?), whether or not the center ascribes to a particular program or curriculum.
For instance, each preschool class (infants up to pre-K) are lead by teachers with specialized degrees in Early Childhood Education (BA in ECE) or Child Development (CDA). Merritt Academy's Infant, Toddler and K2 programs are based on the Whole Child Concept ABCs of Developmental Milestones- which can be viewed here: http://www.pbs.org/wholechild/abc/index.htmlTeachers create weekly lesson plans with flexibility and differentiation in mind, so that each child is able to meet the various milestones at his or her own pace. Our K3 and K4 programs are more academic, and take content from our school curriculum that go through our upper grades.
Since we incorporate a "big picture" approach to each individual child's development and progress, and our teachers are educators (as opposed to simply "caregivers"), our program does not fit my personal definition of a daycare.
My name is Amy, and I'm the Director of Admissions at Merritt Academy. My opinion is that a "daycare" provides child supervision and ensures that children's basic needs (food, clothing, diapering) are met while parents are away. They may or may not incorporate other activities, and generally do not ascribe to a larger program, curriculum or teaching philosophy (Traditional vs. Montessori vs. Progressive, etc.)
I consider Merritt Academy's program to be a full-time preschool as opposed to a daycare. The distinction, in my opinion, comes down to the caliber of teachers/caregivers that work directly with the children (are they degreed, is teaching preschool their career choice, or just a job?), whether or not the center ascribes to a particular program or curriculum.
For instance, each preschool class (infants up to pre-K) are lead by teachers with specialized degrees in Early Childhood Education (BA in ECE) or Child Development (CDA). Merritt Academy's Infant, Toddler and K2 programs are based on the Whole Child Concept ABCs of Developmental Milestones- which can be viewed here: http://www.pbs.org/wholechild/abc/index.htmlTeachers create weekly lesson plans with flexibility and differentiation in mind, so that each child is able to meet the various milestones at his or her own pace. Our K3 and K4 programs are more academic, and take content from our school curriculum that go through our upper grades.
Since we incorporate a "big picture" approach to each individual child's development and progress, and our teachers are educators (as opposed to simply "caregivers"), our program does not fit my personal definition of a daycare.
Anonymous wrote:I feel like I have read the reviews for just about every day care center in my area! We like JCC off Little River and plan to get on the waitlist there (a year). We need one or two other good day care centers to give ourselves more than one option.
Any suggestions? We didn't care for A Child's Place when we visited and Merritt Academy didn't return our phone inquiry (have also heard they have a long waitlist).
Dear Poster,
I want to sincerely apologize for not returning your phone inquiry. I make a concerted effort to respond promptly to every inquiry I receive, whether phone or email, however, I admit that occasionally I lose track of a message and it goes unreturned. I would love to provide you with additional information and invite you to tour our school. Please give me one more chance!
Sincerely,
Amy Pernick,
Director of Admissions for Merritt Academy
Hello poster, my name is Amy and I'm the Admissions Director at Merritt Academy. We will be offering contracts for the 2012-2013 school year to new families(currently on the waiting list) beginning Feb 22nd. I am anticipating having about 20 spaces for new toddlers, so if you are hoping to enroll for the fall, please contact me next week to schedule a campus visit (if you wish to visit) and/or submit an application. At this point I am hopeful that we will be able to accommodate most of the currently wait-listed families for this coming Fall. Please feel free to give me a call on Monday. I look forward to chatting with you!