Merritt Academy provides care and educates infants through eighth grade students. Our seven-acre campus located in Fairfax, Virginia provides an expansive yet intimate learning environment ideal for our dedication to multiple levels of education.
Our early childhood programs provide the ideal balance of caring, learning and social development, while our preschool, elementary and middle school academic programs provide a rigorous and challenging curriculum that is enhanced by our values-driven Character Education program to build the solid academic foundation needed for future success.We commit to serve every family - earning trust through our responsiveness, flexibility and support.
Our early childhood programs provide the ideal balance of caring, learning and social development, while our preschool, elementary and middle school academic programs provide a rigorous and challenging curriculum that is enhanced by our values-driven Character Education program to build the solid academic foundation needed for future success.We commit to serve every family - earning trust through our responsiveness, flexibility and support.
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If no current positions are available you are also welcome to submit your resume and cover letter for our files. Merritt Academy is proud to be recognized as a National School of Character by the Character Education Partnership, a national non-profit coalition based in Washington, D.C. Merritt Academy provides a safe, enriching afterschool environment for students attending area elementary schools.
Early Childhood
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As your baby's journey begins at Merritt Academy, our early childhood and preschool programs nurture children's natural instincts to investigate the sights and sounds of the world. For our youngest students (6 weeks to approximately 12 months) our infant teachers have been trained to respond quickly to your baby's unique needs.
Preschool
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Merritt Academy's Preschool program fosters children's natural curiosity and enthusiasm through imaginative play, creative projects and academic activities that engage and stimulate children's learning. A variety of weekly activities led by specialists add to enriching daily classroom experiences. Theme-based curricula capture your child's imagination through introduction of a wide range of topics.
Elementary School
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At Merritt Academy, elementary students are actively engaged in learning experiences both in and out of the classroom. Every day students take part in both core and specialty classes designed to provide a breadth of experience with a strength in fundamental academics. In addition to their time in the classroom, students go on a variety of field trips and take part in hallmarks that makes the curriculum come alive.
Middle School
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At Merritt, Middle School is built upon a learning environment rich in critical thinking skills and collaboration that cultivates communication and promotes independence. This is achieved through student-led learning; curricula focused on 21st century skills; and partnership with caring teachers who understand the mindset of middle school students.
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