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Laura's Family Child Care Inc

Ms. Laura has been taking care of my two children (now aged 18 months and 3 years) and we have been so pleased with the experience. Not only...

- Emily M.

The Montessori School of Washington DC

I'm happy to recommend MSOW. My child attended school there from age 2-5 and we had a great experience. The school is warm, loving and...

- Maggie C.

The Goddard School of Alexandria

Ms Michelle is fantastic! She knows the families inside and out and loves every child in her classroom!

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Top Preschools Near Merrifield

Sara's Kids

2759 Knollside Lane Merrifield, VA

Academic

Developmental (play-based)

In-Home daycare

Sara's Kids Family Home Daycare! ****Hours**** Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Sara's Kids is designed to give children the love and care they need to enhance their developmental growth through learn and play for a brighter future. My name is Sara and I have over 18 years of experience in the childcare environment both in...

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Celebree School of Herndon - West Reston

12700 SUNRISE VALLEY DR RESTON, VA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic

International

Montessori

Developmental (play-based)

Outdoor/nature

+ 4 more

Your Child’s Future Begins at Celebree At Celebree School, we are a community. As parents ourselves, we understand the stresses of raising children in this busy, technology-focused world. As educators, we share your concerns and are here to help your family raise not only emotionally and academically proficient children, but...

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Laura's Family Child Care Inc

7803 Braemar Way Springfield, VA

5.0(3)

Developmental (play-based)

In-Home daycare

Child care

Laura's Family Child Care, Inc. is an educational childcare provider licensed to accommodate up to twelve children in Springfield, Virginia. It is open Mondays through Fridays, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Laura's Family Child Care caters to infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children, providing them age-appropriate...

Emily M. says "Ms. Laura has been taking care of my two children (now aged 18 months and 3 years) and we have been so pleased with the experience. Not only does Ms. Laura...

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The Montessori School of Washington DC

4380 MCARTR BLVD NW STE 200 WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at: $2111/mo

Academic

Developmental (play-based)

Montessori

Outdoor/nature

Cooperative

+ 1 more

The Montessori School of Washington (MSOW) is a small, nurturing environment for children aged two to six. Its curriculum is based on Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy. MSOW aims to introduce children to the joy of learning at an early age and assists the child in creating an inner order. This self-discipline becomes the...

Maggie C. says "I'm happy to recommend MSOW. My child attended school there from age 2-5 and we had a great experience. The school is warm, loving and focused on the...

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The Goddard School of Alexandria

1703 N Beauregard Street Alexandria, VA

4.9(32)

Academic

Developmental (play-based)

Outdoor/nature

Preschool

Child care

The Goddard Schools are the #1 rated private preschool system in the United States with over 530 schools nationwide. Our school will serve infants through Pre-K students. We are located at 1703 N Beauregard St. The school is currently being constructed and we plan to be up and running between December and January. The...

Care Member says "Ms Michelle is fantastic! She knows the families inside and out and loves every child in her classroom! "

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SPRINGFIELD ACADEMY

5236 BACKLICK RD SPRINGFIELD, VA

5.0(7)

State license verified

starting at: $1874/mo

Academic

Faith based

Preschool

Child care

Day Care

+ 1 more

Our private, non-denominational Christian school located in North Springfield, Virginia, provides an excellent learning environment for children who love to learn and are looking for a challenge. Springfield Academy has been owned and operated by the same Christian family since 1958. At Springfield Academy, we use the advanced...

Care Member says "Springfield academy has some of the most caring teachers in the world. They feel like family to my children."

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Learn, Play & Grow Daycare, Llc

7600 Charleston Drive Bethesda, MD

5.0(4)

My program serves children from infants through 4 years old. I have 10 years of pre-K teaching experience, and I'm licensed and accredited by the Maryland Department of Education Office of Child Care. My goal is to provide a safe, secure environment for your child that fosters physical, social, emotional and cognitive...

Care Member says "I cannot say enough good things. This is truly an ideal daycare. The center has a combination of the warmth of a caring relative and the resources and...

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THE COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL OF PALISADES, INC.

5200 CATHEDRAL AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at: $1327/mo

Outdoor/nature

Special needs

Developmental (play-based)

Preschool

Child care

For more than 40 years, our preschool has been a central part of our community. We are a play based program that incorporates science, nature and hands on experiences for our young learners. Our strength lies primarily in our teaching staff who bring a unique depth of experience, education and investment in our early childhood...

Care Member says "We have had an excellent experience with my child at CPP. She has really come out of her shell over the years while attending CPP and is excited about...

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Karlyn's Little Blessings Home Daycare (State Licensed)

8851 Creekside Way Springfield, VA

5.0(1)

State Licensed, MAT Certified, CPR/First Aid Certified, USDA Food Program Approved, 10 plus years experience. *Before/After Care, Full/Part-Time care, Preschool/Toddler Care, before and after school care. *Preschool curriculum. * Loving family day home with emphasis on individualized care for each child. * Healthy meals and...

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4001 - Everbrook Academy of Crystal City

201 12TH ST S STE 102 STE 102 ARLINGTON, VA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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The Red Wagon Learning Center LLC

6452 Landsdowne Center Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)

Developmental (play-based)

Reggio emilia

Kindergarten

Our center is open from 6:30am every morning Monday - Friday. A healthy breakfast is served daily at 7:00 am. The morning program includes music and movement activities inspired by the ORFF Schulwerk approach and time slots dedicated to reading. In our after school program, three fun, educational, and inspiring clubs await...

Nilpa P says "My five-year old son has been going to The Red Wagon for over an year and absolutely loves it! Besides providing excellent care for meals and play time the...

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Lucia's Family Home Daycare

7603 Lisle Avenue Falls Church, VA

5.0(4)

My home daycare is extremely spacious and comfortable. I am a state licensed family day care provider for over 20 years. Being a child care provider, it brings me joy seeing the children grow over the course of many years in my care. Seeing them hit their milestones is extremely rewarding and I thank all the families for...

Zach says ""Ms. Lucia" has been a big part of my kids' lives, and she feels like part of our family! She really cares for the kids as if they were her own. Both of my...

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Surisa's Loving Home Daycare

6251 Marcy Court Alexandria, VA

5.0(26)

Surisa's Loving Home Daycare has been open since 1992. Surisa is a primary school teacher by training and has run this home daycare with her two assistants for over 20 years. The children are taken care of in a safe and friendly environment where they can grow, play and develop as strong individuals. The ages range from newborn...

Care Member says "Surisa has taken care of my three children for the past four years. Surisa, A, and F are a part of our family. She is extremely flexible and goes above...

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Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare

Winchester Way Falls Church, VA

5.0(7)

*More than 15 years experience with childcare. Professionally trained child caregivers specializing on infants and toddlers. CPR, AR, AED, First aid & MAT Certified. *State Licensed & Annual Fire Safety Inspection approved facility. *We provide home cooked meals and snacks. *Separate napping room for infants. Big...

Margaret L. says "We had an excellent experience sending our toddler to Joyful Beginnings. We were only in Falls Church briefly, and Joy was so helpful in accommodating...

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Primrose School of Fairfax

3928 PENDER DR FAIRFAX, VA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic

Developmental (play-based)

Preschool

Child care

Day Care

Primrose School of Fairfax offers high-quality early childhood education for children 6 weeks to 5 years old through our Balanced Learning® approach. With small class sizes, highly trained teachers, and enrichment programs like music, art, and dramatic play, we nurture a love for learning in a safe and engaging environment. We...

Corinna A. says "It's been really great, its a good school and all of the teachers are lovely."

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Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Alexandria)

6200 INTER PARCEL RD ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic

Preschool

Child care

Day Care

For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. We combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment – offering far more than just child care. Through our Links to Learning curriculum, children are...

Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely...

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KINHAVEN SCHOOL

4201 FAIRFAX DR ARLINGTON, VA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at: $2245/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Preschool

Child care

Welcome to the new location of Kinhaven School. While our campus is newly built, Kinhaven School has been rooted in Arlington since 1971. In fresh, well-equipped classrooms and outdoor play spaces, Kinhaven prioritizes play in all its forms as the foundation of joyful growth and meaning-making in children’s early years. Our...

Care Member says "We've had a truly wonderful experience at Kinhaven and value their approach to play-based learning, anti-bias education, and a warm environment where...

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Kiddies Time Family Daycare

1800 Clovermeadow Dr. Vienna, VA

5.0(12)

Kiddies Time is the finest quality licensed Family Home Daycare. Founded in 1989, we have been proudly serving the community for over 27 years with trusted and nurturing loving care for the children. Our convenient location is near Tyson, Vienna, Reston and Herndon area. We provide a caring enriched learning program...

Kevin L says "My son, who is now 2 years old, has been attending Kiddies Time Family Daycare since he was 10 months old. We love Leena and her staff! Leena gives the...

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Happy Kids Child Care

4758 Tapestry Dr Fairfax, VA

4.3(6)

Academic

Developmental (play-based)

Montessori

Outdoor/nature

Cooperative

+ 2 more

My name is Janaki and for the last 24 years I have been running a State Licensed Home Daycare for children here in our area. I have a passion for working with kids and educating them too. We have a friendly and educational environment here that allows children to play alongside kids their age and prepare them for school.

Care Member says "Our experience with Happy Kids Child Care has been excellent. My children have been with Janaki for the past three years, starting as infants, and I...

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Teddy Sweet Home Daycare (burke, Lorton, Fairfax)

6301 Travilah Ct Fairfax Station, VA

5.0(24)

Hi, my name is Salma and I am a mother of two children. I have been a provider since 2004 with my own daycare since 2007. I am a responsible, patient, caregiving, understanding person, and so is my lovely assistant. My hours are devoted to your children from 7am-6pm from Mondays-Fridays. I accept five weeks to school-aged...

Shannon S says "This is an exceptional daycare. Salma and Gabby provide a safe, loving and educational environment for my toddler. As a 'covid baby' my little one had no...

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In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Merrifield, VA?

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Merrifield, VA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Merrifield, VA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

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When you begin looking for preschools near me in Merrifield, VA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Merrifield, VA.

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Find Trusted Preschools Near Me in Merrifield, VA

Recent preschool reviews from local parents in Merrifield, VA

Laura's Family Child Care Inc

The Montessori School of Washington DC

The Goddard School of Alexandria

Top Preschools Near Merrifield

Sara's Kids

Celebree School of Herndon - West Reston

Laura's Family Child Care Inc

The Montessori School of Washington DC

The Goddard School of Alexandria

SPRINGFIELD ACADEMY

Learn, Play & Grow Daycare, Llc

THE COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL OF PALISADES, INC.

Karlyn's Little Blessings Home Daycare (State Licensed)

4001 - Everbrook Academy of Crystal City

The Red Wagon Learning Center LLC

Lucia's Family Home Daycare

Surisa's Loving Home Daycare

Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare

Primrose School of Fairfax

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Alexandria)

KINHAVEN SCHOOL

Kiddies Time Family Daycare

Happy Kids Child Care

Teddy Sweet Home Daycare (burke, Lorton, Fairfax)

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Merrifield, VA

In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Merrifield, VA?

What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Merrifield, VA?

How can I find a preschool near me in Merrifield, VA?

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