The Merit School of Broadlands
Open today 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Description provided by the business.The Merit School of Broadlands provides caring, quality daycare in Ashburn VA at Broadlands. Established in 1980, The Merit School of Virginia has built a reputation for excellence in educational childcare. The Loudoun County community trusts The Merit School of Broadlands to offer children a safe, nurturing environment in which they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We have served hundreds of families in the Ashburn area through the years, and we’d love to welcome your family into ours!
Openings Now
The Merit School of Broadlands is now enrolling for one or more spaces.
Location Info
43190 Broadlands Blvd
Ashburn, VA 20148
| Monday | 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Accreditations
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Cognia
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 Broadlands is a licensed child care center.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
1108205
Capacity
208
Issued
12/21
Parent Reviews
I am writing to express my sincere appreciation for Ms. Sonia's exceptional care and dedication to my daughter. Since beginning her care, my daughter's happiness and development have flourished. Ms. Sonia's genuine warmth and caring nature have created a positive and nurturing environment, evidenced by my daughter's daily enthusiastic greetings at the classroom door. Beyond her warm personality, Ms. Sonia demonstrates a high level of professionalism and competence. She consistently ensures the children's needs are met, including timely feeding and diaper changes. Her skillful management of the classroom maintains a stimulating and engaging atmosphere, particularly through the implementation of sensory play activities. I also value the clear and informative daily reports, which provide valuable insights into my daughter's progress. The constructive and positive feedback she provides is incredibly helpful in supporting my daughter's growth. Above all, Ms. Sonia prioritizes the safety and well-being of the children in her care. This, combined with her politeness and passion for her work, makes her an invaluable asset.
Please allow us to express our gratitude for the wonderful and hard work you do every day. We really appreciate your amazing summer program and care for the kids! Your program is well put together. Leadership is very hands-on, solid, and effective. Our child loves coming to school and looks forward to exciting new adventures every morning. We love the constant updates from the app as well as pictures of what he is doing daily so we can talk with him later at night about the cool things he got to do. We really feel that everyone at Merit cares very much about the kids. we haven't met a person that wasn't smiling with the kids yet. Specially Mr. Antony, he always goes above and beyond for kids in his class. He has proven himself to be an experienced caregiver that one can rely on. He is very patient and energetic! We appreciate his patience, enthusiasm, and extraordinary service. He is the most asset to your organization. Keep up the great work in preparing the next generation for their future!
Recently, my son started telling me (completely unsolicited) that he likes school and he wants to go to school every day. It was such a huge turning point! After pick up today he specifically asked to go to school tomorrow for a long day because he likes school so much and wants to stay there a long time. It is apparent that every teacher in the building has taken the time to build a relationship and establish rapport with him. We are so grateful to you and your team for making it a successful transition. We knew from Day #1 that he was engaged and having fun all day long, and it is so exciting to hear him tell us a few weeks later how much he loves going every day. Please extend our gratitude to each of your teachers and staff members that they know they are so appreciated.
Thank you again for taking such good care of my kids. I really appreciate it! You're such a very nice person and my kids are going to miss your beautiful smile and their teachers.
I just wanted to let you know how much we love the staff at Merit of Broadlands. Our daughter particularly loves Ms. Farah, but all the staff are always so welcoming and take such wonderful care of our girl. Welcome to the school and I look forward to working with you in the future!
Our daughter has thrived with you all and we love the little person she has become this year! You are all so kind, loving and patient and she is extremely lucky to have had the opportunity to learn from you all. Thank you for loving and teaching her. We will miss you all deeply and are very grateful for your hard work and passion.
I'm so glad my mom told me about your school. Major blessing and such a difference from the last center. The kids really enjoy coming there and feel so welcomed. Gives me such peace of mind!