Merit School of Doc Stone

3.9(27 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Stafford, VA

About Merit School of Doc Stone

The Merit School of Doc Stone is in the Doc Stone Commons shopping center off Garrisonville Road, close to I-95. It serves ages 3 weeks to 12 years from 6:30am to 6pm, and the parent company has served Virginia communities since 1980. Programs include Baby Steps infant care with American Sign Language and baby yoga, Toddler Explorers, Preschool Explorers, a PREP enrichment class with STEM learning, Junior Kindergarten and a Montessori program for ages 3 to 5. Before and after school care, summer camp and transportation to area public schools are offered. USDA-approved meals are included at no extra cost, except for children with food allergies. Childcare assistance for military families is listed. Accredited by Cognia. Rated 3.9 from 27 Google reviews, 19 of them five stars and 6 one star.

What reviewers mention: attentive staff (9), montessori program (3), managers (3), loving daycare (2), front office staff (2), comfortable environment (2), summer camp (2), cameras (2), fun activities (2), safety (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes

  • Pre-K class

    Yes

  • Infants and toddlers

    Yes

  • Accepts child care subsidies

    Yes

  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes

  • Montessori

    Yes

  • STEM or STEAM

    Yes

  • Enrichment programs

    Yes

  • Meals provided

    Yes

  • Summer camp

    Yes

  • States an accreditation

    Yes

No information yet on tuition listed, waitlist, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about Merit School of Doc Stone

What ages does Merit School of Doc Stone serve?

Merit School of Doc Stone takes infants and toddlers, preschool-age children and a pre-K class. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does Merit School of Doc Stone cost?

Merit School of Doc Stone does not publish its tuition online. Call (540) 628-4999 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does Merit School of Doc Stone accept child care subsidies?

Yes. Merit School of Doc Stone says it accepts child care subsidies or certificates. Virginia's Child Care Subsidy Program pays part of the cost for eligible families at participating providers; families apply on CommonHelp or at their local department of social services and pay a copayment. Confirm your eligibility and the school's participation before you enroll.

What are Merit School of Doc Stone's hours?

Merit School of Doc Stone offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at Merit School of Doc Stone?

Yes. Merit School of Doc Stone provides meals or snacks.

Does Merit School of Doc Stone run a summer camp?

Yes. Merit School of Doc Stone runs a summer camp. Ask about dates, ages and whether current students get first choice of spots.

What teaching approach does Merit School of Doc Stone use?

Merit School of Doc Stone offers the Montessori method, a STEM or STEAM focus and enrichment programs. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.

Is Merit School of Doc Stone accredited?

Merit School of Doc Stone states an accreditation on its website. Ask the school which organization accredits it and when the accreditation was last renewed.

Is Merit School of Doc Stone licensed?

This guide does not check licenses. Look up Merit School of Doc Stone in the Virginia Department of Education's Search for Child Care tool (linked from childcare.virginia.gov) to see its license or exemption and its inspection reports.

Where is Merit School of Doc Stone and how do I contact it?

Merit School of Doc Stone is at 95 Dunn Dr, Stafford, VA 22556. Its phone number is (540) 628-4999. It has a 3.9-star rating from 27 Google reviews.

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