As the largest privately owned, early childhood education and care provider in the country, we're pioneering the practice of developing the whole child- of giving each child the skills he or she needs to excel socially, emotionally, physically and most importantly, intellectually.
Quick Stats (2025)
- 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
1990
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome to Meritor Academy! Our goal is to partner with you and give your child the best possible start in education. Together we will teach your child to learn, to lead and to succeed. As a private school with a strong commitment to children and their families, we offer a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment that helps children achieve their fullest potential. Our blending of new technology and the back-to-the basics curriculum establishes a strong foundation. Our teachers are dedicated early-childhood educators who are excited about teaching. Our mission is to provide a high quality education that fosters excellence in academic learning, establishes strong character, and develops attitudes and skills essential for life success.
- At Meritor Academy your child's health and safety is one of our top priorities. All of our doors leading to the outside are locked as well as the playground gates. Our front door of the building has a coded entry that authorized family members are given upon enrollment. Otherwise there is a door bell for visitor and guests and they will be greeted by a staff member. We also have a Health and Safety coordinator. The duties of this person include conducting fire and disaster drills, ensuring all staff is current in first aid and CPR and maintaining high cleanliness standards.
- Hours Of Operation: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Spanish
- Accreditations: NAEYC
- Enrollment: Min Age - 16 MONTHS, Max Age - 5 YEAR-OLDS
- None at this time
- Toddler Programs (1 – 2 Years), Discovery Preschool Programs (2 – 3 Years), Preschool Programs (3 – 4 Years), Prekindergarten Programs (4 – 5 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Meritor Academy North Andover?
The application deadline for Meritor Academy North Andover is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Meritor Academy North Andover is Phillips Academy Andover (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Augustine Elementary School (1.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Kathy Herward Child Care Center (1.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
The Kathy Herward Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: PK-K | 41 students 1.6 miles 310 Lowell St Stop 237
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 783-8560
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 783-8560
1.6
PK-K
41
Grades: 9-12 | 1,154 students 1.7 miles 180 Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 749-4050
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 749-4050
1.7
9-12
1,154
St. Augustine Elementary School
Alternative School (Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 420 students 1.9 miles 26 Central Street
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-2414
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-2414
1.9
PK-8
420
Shed Childrens Campus
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: PK-K | 125 students 1.9 miles 65 Phillips St
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 684-5050
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 684-5050
1.9
PK-K
125
Grades: PK-9 | 439 students 2.6 miles 34 Sunset Rock Road
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-1197
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-1197
2.6
PK-9
439
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