The Merit School at North Stafford (#34)
19 Soaring Eagle Drive, Stafford, VA
4.6· 24 reviews
The Merit School of Stafford #75
- licensed capacity
- 312
- open each week
- 5 days
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About The Merit School of Stafford #75
The Merit School of Stafford #75 is a licensed child care center in Stafford, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 312 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, before-school care and summer camp. It says it provides meals.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
MontessoriBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 312 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 5 years - 14 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care and summer camp |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Enrichment | Art, Music, Foreign Language |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Secure keypad entry systems, Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (transportation to and from area public schools) |
| Accreditation | Cognia (AdvancED) accredited |
| More | Founded 1980 |
| Licensed capacity | 312 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Merit School of Stafford #75 has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Merit School of Stafford #75
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 312 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1107431
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 12 visits · 2 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 2
For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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See all 20 visits
- Sep 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 20, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-510-I
“The center may administer prescription medication that would normally be administered by a parent or guardian to a child provided the center has obtained written authorization from a parent or guardian. 1. Child #1 had 1 long-term medication on site without written parental authorization for the center to administer the medication. 2. Child #2 had 2 long-term medications on site without written parental authorization for the center to administer the medication.”
- Oct 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 14, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on review of documentation and interview with the staff, the center did not maintain a current and dated written list of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions that was accessible to all staff in each group or area where children are present. Evidence: In the Big classroom (ages 7-12 years), there was no written dated list of children’s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions accessible for the staff.”
Mar 14, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on review of documentation and interview with the staff, the center did not maintain a current and dated written list of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions that was accessible to all staff in each group or area where children are present. Evidence: In the Big classroom (ages 7-12 years), there was no written dated list of children’s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions accessible for the staff.”
Show 10 earlier visits
- Dec 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 31, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 31, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 26, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on review of the written attendance record and interview with staff, the center did not ensure they maintained a written record of daily attendance for each group of children documenting the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: During inspection in the Before and After school classroom, there were 33 children present, but the written record reflected there were 30 children present.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: On the basketball court playground area, large holes are present in the fencing and they have been covered by sharp metal patches that could snag a child’s skin.”
Oct 26, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on review of the written attendance record and interview with staff, the center did not ensure they maintained a written record of daily attendance for each group of children documenting the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: During inspection in the Before and After school classroom, there were 33 children present, but the written record reflected there were 30 children present.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: On the basketball court playground area, large holes are present in the fencing and they have been covered by sharp metal patches that could snag a child’s skin.”
Apr 4, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-280-D
“Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that all cleaning and sanitizing materials were not stored in the same physical area as food. Evidence: In the second grade classroom there were 4 containers of Clorox wipes and 2 cans of Microban stored on the same shelf as snacks.”
Apr 4, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-280-D
“Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that all cleaning and sanitizing materials were not stored in the same physical area as food. Evidence: In the second grade classroom there were 4 containers of Clorox wipes and 2 cans of Microban stored on the same shelf as snacks.”
- Nov 22, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 22, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Merit School of Stafford #75
Is The Merit School of Stafford #75 licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Merit School of Stafford #75 last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Merit School of Stafford #75 had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 3 of 12 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can The Merit School of Stafford #75 care for?
312, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Merit School of Stafford #75 accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Merit School of Stafford #75's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Merit School of Stafford #75 cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (540) 602-7296 to ask.
What is The Merit School of Stafford #75's phone number?
(540) 602-7296.
Where is The Merit School of Stafford #75?
1001 & 1081 Parkway Boulevard, Stafford, VA 22554. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA SACC at Park Ridge Elementary, 0.2 miles away.