The Merit School of Braemar
Open today 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Description provided by the business.The Merit School of Braemar provides caring, quality daycare in Bristow VA at Braemar. Established in 1980, The Merit School of Virginia has built a reputation for excellence in educational childcare. The Prince William County community trusts The Merit School of Braemar to offer children a safe, nurturing environment in which they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We have served hundreds of families in the Bristow area through the years, and we’d love to welcome your family into ours!
Openings Now
The Merit School of Braemar is now enrolling for one or more spaces.
Location Info
12700 Correen Hills Dr
Bristow, VA 20136
| Monday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Accreditations
-
Cognia
Military Assistance
- Offers Military Subsidies/Benefits
Financial Aid
- Free Meals
- Sibling Discount
- Subsidies & Vouchers
Languages Spoken
- English
Location Details
- Offers camp programs.
- Offers out-of-school time care.
- Offers summer care programs.
- Outdoor play space is available.
- Program includes field trips.
- Meals are provided.
- Transportation services are available.
Programs Offered
Baby Steps
Toddler Explorers
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
Our Toddler Explorers program caters to children aged 16-24 months, providing a nurturing and safe environment. Individualized lesson plans, designed by early care professionals, support social-emotional, physical, and cognitive development. The program emphasizes daily communication with families, ensuring parents are informed about their child's activities and progress. Classrooms are thoughtfully arranged to create a home-like atmosphere, with age-appropriate materials and outdoor play spaces to encourage exploration and learning.
Preschool Explorers
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
The Preschool Explorers program provides a nurturing and creative environment for two and three-year-olds. Children engage in age-appropriate activities such as filling containers at the water table, stacking blocks, and working on puzzles in large, bright classrooms designed to stimulate exploration and learning. The program emphasizes individualized lesson plans, daily teacher-family communication, and the development of social, creative, and self-help skills. Teachers create structured yet flexible schedules that support each child's developmental needs.
Preschool Readiness Enrichment Program (PREP)
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
The Preschool Readiness Enrichment Program (PREP) is designed for three- and four-year-olds to develop essential language, math, and social skills. Using curricula like More Story Stretchers and Count On Math, children engage in group activities that build confidence and foundational knowledge. The program includes STEM learning and social-emotional development to prepare children for future educational experiences. Classrooms are structured to encourage exploration and creativity, with regular parent-teacher communication to track progress.
Junior Kindergarten
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
The Junior Kindergarten program is for four- and five-year-olds who miss the September cutoff for public or private school Kindergarten and who have completed a preschool program. It prepares them for kindergarten by focusing on literacy, math, science, and social studies. Children engage with stories, letters, sounds, and words to enhance literacy, while math concepts are taught through hands-on activities. The program also develops handwriting skills with creative materials and includes technology instruction. Social skills are fostered through interactive play and activities.
Youth Zone (School Age)
Schedules
Before Care, After Care
Calendar
School Year
Languages Taught
English
Description
The Youth Zone provides before and after school care, offering a safe and supportive environment for children during the hours before and after their school day. The program ensures children can spend time with friends in a fun, friendly, and relaxing setting. Activities are designed to keep children engaged and entertained, promoting social interaction and relaxation. This service is ideal for working parents who need reliable care for their children outside of school hours.
Summer Camp
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Summer Only
Languages Taught
English
Description
Summer Camp at The Merit School makes it easy for parents to keep their routines by providing an exciting, safe, activity-driven place for their kids when school is out. Our summer camp program begins at the conclusion of the school year and continues through June, July, and August. Outdoor activities are a mainstay of the program, including swimming!
Winter Break Camp
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
School Breaks
Languages Taught
English
Description
School’s out for Winter Break, but the learning and fun don’t have to stop! School Break Camps at The Merit School make it easy for parents to keep their routines by providing an exciting, safe, activity-driven place for their kids when school isn’t happening!
Spring Break Camp
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
School Breaks
Languages Taught
English
Description
School’s out for Spring Break, but the learning and fun don’t have to stop! School Break Camps at The Merit School make it easy for parents to keep their routines by providing an exciting, safe, activity-driven place for their kids when school isn’t happening!
Licensing
The Merit School of Braemar is a licensed child care center.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
1105729
Capacity
26
Issued
08/22
Parent Reviews
We would like to extend our heart felt congratulations to Ms. Qurat. She embraced the new endeavor with great enthusiasm and has been a great asset since. She fosters team work, parental engagement and safety for her Merit School children. The Merit School is a home away from our house. Drop off in the morning leaves us at ease, because our children are in safe hands. The Merit School team is always receptive to our children, and the evening pick up leaves us looking forward to the next day. We commend Ms. Qurat for the new programs she has introduced and will continue to support her in this journey; as we know she seeks the best for our children.
There is no way to express my deepest gratitude for the exceptional care given here to my three children. They have learned their ABC's, 123's, explored air & space, environments and art. They learned about friendship and sharing. Thanks for wiping noses, feeding/making lunches, kissing boo boos, giving hugs, teaching, singing and giving compassion and care every day! You all are the BEST!
As our oldest prepares to “graduate” and enter kindergarten I would like to express my gratitude to the staff and teachers, directors, and overall program. I clearly remember our first day with the center, naturally heartbroken to leave my baby behind. However, the staff soon gave me great comfort; they were not only gentle with our child, but also with us, as new parents. Over the years, we have watched our child excel and blossom. The knowledge she has gained gives us great confidence as she enters grade school. We have discovered her love of art and excitement when her class engages in a cooking or science experiment. If there has been a concern, the teachers and directors have always encouraged an open door policy, in which we were heard and needs were addressed. We have watched individual staff become more enriched, as they were internally coached and trained, and are now a strong asset to the center. Finding a daycare in which you truly feel confident in is not an easy task. Thank you Merit of Braemar, for taking care of our girls, teaching them, encouraging them, and loving them!