Merrifield Child Development Academy

8122 Ransell Road
Falls Church, VA 22042

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!.

Quick Stats (2023)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
Enrollment: 60 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

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.: 30%

Students by Grade

Merrifield Child Development Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 13:1

% 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

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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).

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