Schools in Manassas, VA

“My 4 year old son has been attending The Compass School for a little over a year. I was hesitant about transferring schools despite being unhappy with his last school. A lot of the parents from his previous school shared my concerns but told me I shouldn't expect too much from any daycare because the staff is never properly trained and administrative staff usually don't care but so much. I figured better the devil I know then the one I don't but after a series of ridiculous, avoidable and neglectful incidents I made the leap to The Compass School. This has been one of the best decision as a mother that I have made for my son and I wish I had known about this school years ago.To start, the Administrative staff CARE about the children and their families. Not the kind of care where they nod and smile at your request or say whatever it is you want to hear but genuinely care. I have never walked in without hearing a hello from them or left without hearing a goodbye. If my son misses a day at school due to an illness, I either receive a text/phone call from the staff checking on him.The teachers, my favorite part, are amazing. I've been blessed to have teachers who have entertained my crazy motherly request. They've been so observant and hands on that it often feels like I'm co-parenting with them and that is such a blessing. Everyday I receive pictures of how my son's day went and every week he brings home a journal that shares what they did during the week. The school is Reggio Emilia inspired which I love. They follow the interest of the children and expand it into an actual curriculum. So if the kids want to learn about dinosaurs they learn about dinosaurs while the teachers incorporate math, history, science and art. They also have annual reviews to let you know how your children are doing and they are very THOROUGH! I feel like I'm building a super human with their help.Throughout the year they have many events and they're during different parts of the day so if you can't attend one there is surely another one for you coming up. The events are breakfast, lunch, dinner, ice cream, pizza, book fairs etc I've met some awesome moms during these events. Meeting these other mothers have helped with play dates, parenting advice and so much more. There is also no guessing as to what their lunch is because they provide parents with a menu every month and if anything is changed you know before your child is eating it. BTW, there is a vegetarian option and I know first hand they work closely and diligently with parents whose children have allergies or are on a vegan diet. Also,I work in Public Safety so the fact that they are almost always open is extremely helpful.Overall, I would and have recommended this school to all of my family and friends looking for childcare. They're staff is so well trained that a lot of them babysit on the side to allow parents to take that date night. You shouldn't have to settle when it comes to the care of your children. I wish I had found this school sooner and that they continued on past Kindergarten but I'm very happy and not in a complacent way. My son told me to tell you he likes the school too.”

“We recently moved to the area and took our time in finding the right place for our daughter to attend school. We toured about 5 different schools and the Merit School of Manassas was the place we felt most comfortable with. This school has really friendly staff and I have witnessed the love they have towards the kids. My daughter constantly tells me that she’s happy here and that’s our biggest reassurance that this school is great. Not only do we enjoy how the teachers from different classes greet us with a genuine smile and make you feel welcome. But always the lesson plans and different activities prepared for the children.”

“We love Goddard! My son just loves Miss Allie and hates to leave anytime I come to pick him up. We trully appreciate Miss Allie and I feel like my son is learning alot in her class.”

“Manassas Early Learning Center is an amazing place to send your child/children! After many years of experience, I can honestly say each year was wonderful. The first time I walked in the school, I immediately felt at ease. You walk in and immediately get the sense that happiness and creativity are oozing out. There's always laughter, play and teachers engaged with the children on their level. And the teachers are so caring, thoughtful and kind. I've never once felt unsure of sending them there in fear they wouldn't be cared for. I cannot say enough good things about ELC. My kids have thrived, learned, made great friends and memories. I'm grateful for ELC and their amazing staff. They have heart and it's just what you want in a preschool!”

“I love it my younger brother goes there now and my cousin they love the school i went there for all the grade levels and This is the only school i would visit for a while . Im a rising 8th grader now.”

“We have been entrusting our daughter to the Merit School of Wellington since she was just 2 years old, and now at 7, we continue to be amazed by the exceptional care. From the very beginning, it was evident that this daycare was more than just a childcare place; it's a warm, nurturing environment that feels like an extension of our family. The staff members are not only highly professional but also incredibly warm and caring, making it easy for not only our daughter but us as parents to feel at ease and comfortable with her being in their care. Our daughter's transition from being a timid 2-year-old to a confident 7-year-old has been supported every step of the way by the amazing staff. Not only does she look forward to going to daycare every day during the school year (before and after care), but she also has an absolute blast during the summer months. The activities and programs they offer are not only educational but also incredibly fun, ensuring that she is engaged and entertained throughout the day. We cannot recommend Merit School of Wellington highly enough. It's more than just a daycare; it's a place where our daughter feels loved, valued, and truly happy. Thank you, Ms. Jennifer & Ms. Jessie, as well as the entire team for your exceptional care and dedication. We are grateful every day for the positive impact you ALL have had on our daughter’s life.”

“The staff is absolutely wonderful. My daughter and I get a very warm welcome every morning. Teachers offer regular feedback and make sure to include the entire class in activities. Kiddie Academy is just fantastic!”

“As a parent my child loved the toddler room.and now she three she want to go back to see her teacher so badly.the teacher in there got my child potty trained and even showing her how to spell her name.i love the toddler room alot.”

“I have been at this school from kindergarten to eighth grade and I really did like it. The principal is awesome and I like all of my teachers. I was deepened in my faith a lot going here. I would recommend this school especially if you are catholic.”

“We send our infant here and love it. They have live-stream cameras in the room so you can check in at any time to see what your child is up to. I know the teachers are taking great care of my baby because I see it live, and I see how happy he is to go into their arms.”

“We have had the best daycare experience with Kindercare. The entire staff is easy to work with, GREAT with children, they truly love the kids and care about their growth, learning and development. They have fun activities everyday, I love getting pictures throughout the day and the daily reports. My children are so happy there, and love going to school. They talk about their friends and teachers all the time. Best daycare we have ever had!”

“Our family recently moved to the area and enrolled our son into a daycare/preschool close to our house. It did not take us long to see that was not working out. We moved him to Childtime, which was a little out of our way but without a doubt worth it. Three big points they hit: I was able to make a real person connection to the staff. They were always compassionate, concerned with my child's care and offered genuine support to our family.My son LOVED everyone there. Kids don't lie, so if he is happy that tells me he is being treated in a way he feels is nurturing.They were able to make personalized concessions based on our needs. It was not just a one size fits all facility, it is evident they understand every child has specific needs that need to be addressed and they see to it they are.We could not be happier with Childtime and the staff at this location. I trust this center with my most cherished and know they are a solid resource not just for my son but my whole family.”

“Children of America Bull run have the best staff ever . I can mention few names starting with Mrs heather who took care of my middle child and even tho she is not in her class and Mrs heather is now director assistant but she still help with all of my three children every day she has very kind heart she has true passion for taking care of children we can’t thank her enough for being absolutely amazing to our children thank you Heather thank you team bull run manasssas we love and appreciate you .”