The Merit School of Cloverdale provides caring, quality daycare in Dale City VA. We are conveniently located off Dale Boulevard near I-95. Our beautiful facility boasts an outdoor swimming pool and playground, as well as bright, roomy classrooms. There is a warm and inviting feeling throughout the building. We are proud to be accredited by NAEYC. Nutritious USDA-approved meals are included* at no extra cost. Summer camps and transportation to and from area public schools are also available.
Daycare in Dale City VA at Cloverdale
Merit School of Cloverdale
Address:3498 Cranmer MewsDale City, VA, 22193
Ages: 3 weeks - 12 years
Hours: 6:30am - 6pm
Phone: (703) 590-4343
Email: cloverdale@meritschools.com
Accredited by NAEYC
More Than Day Care: Infant Care, Preschool, Before and After School Care, and More!
We provide nurturing infant, toddler, and preschool through school-age care in a loving environment. Our early learning programs feature a developmentally appropriate curriculum, engaging educational activities, award-winning books, enticing toys, and arts and crafts. Our dynamic staff and management team encourages you to visit us. There’s no limit to how much your child can thrive!
Our Team
Director
Nikia Johnson, Associates of Art/Early Childhood Education
About Me
My name is Nikia Johnson and I am so excited to be part of the Merit School Family!
I am a native Virginian, born and raised in Alexandria. I have an Associate of Arts degree in Early Childhood Development from Northern Virginia Community College and have been working in early childhood education for over 24 years.
I am married to a wonderful man and we will be celebrating our two-year anniversary this year! We have a precious two-year old Jack Russell Terrier named Rocky. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family, especially my two nephews, playing kickball, and playing flag football.
I come from a family of educators which is where my passion for early childhood education began. There are so many things that I love about working with children and I take great pride in knowing that each day is an opportunity to nurture a child’s curiosity and inquisitiveness. I am excited to start my journey and I am committed to providing an enriching environment to nurture the child’s growth and development. My favorite part of the day is welcoming all children and families each morning as well as participating in classroom activities like circle time. I look forward to building great relationships with Merit School of Cloverdale families!
Assistant Director
Dhammika Jayatissa
District Director
Jennifer Rosa, MA
About Me
Jennifer Rosa is a District Director for our schools in Lorton, Woodbridge, Manassas, Haymarket and Bristow, Virginia.
For Military Families
ChildCare Aware / NACCRRA
Merit School of Cloverdale is proud to support our military families and partner with the National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (NACCRRA). NACCRRA’s program, Child Care Aware of America works with U.S. Military members to find and afford child care that suits their unique needs.