Minnieland School offers childcare programs for children from the age of 3 weeks to 12 years. Programs provided are based on age and individual maturity. The infant and toddler program focuses on primary care. Pre-school programs foster language development and literacy skills. Junior Kindergarten programs focus on reading and writing. Schools served with before- and after-care include Battlefield Elementary, Brock Road, Courthouse, Courtland, Freedom Middle, Harrison Road, Smith Station and Wilderness.
Located in the Mt. Hope Baptist Church, Salem Fields Kids Connect teaches children about God through the use of music, media, drama, dancing, singing, and storytelling.
Its Backyard Family Theater has live performances every Sunday at 10:20am, where families are treated to skits and music while learning important principles for life.
Salem Fields Students offers a gathering place for middle school students during each weekend worship, and high school students on Thursdays at 7pm. Students will experience live music, relevant messages and opportunities for service.
Mount Hope Academy is a pre-school to kindergarten school that uses an Abeka curriculum, a Christ-centered, academically challenging program. It incorporates Bible, phonics, numbers, science, social studies, art and music; classes are taught individually and with other kids. The school aims to provides multi-sensory and multi-cultural activities for children.
Bright Beginnings is a full-service child care facility located just off Deacon Road in South Stafford. The facility offers programs for infants, toddlers, 2-year-olds, 3-year-olds and school-age children. The grounds feature an in-ground swimming pool and large playground. Bright Beginnings also offers bus transportation to and from local schools.
Fredericksburg Children's Academy is the self-proclaimed "Harvard of daycares." This Ferry Road facility features more than 13,000 square feet of learning space, four playgrounds, and an indoor play area. FCA is open daily from 6am to 6:20pm for parents' convenience.
This most unique of the eight Minnieland schools in the Fredericksburg area looks like a miniature castle. The day school is mingled in with the Five Mile Fork businesses off of Route 3. Known as the Minnieland at the Castle, the school was renovated in 2o1o. The private day school cares for children from 3 weeks old to 14, offering infant and toddler care, preschool and kindergarten along with before- and after-school care.
Creative Childcare offers a natural setting where children can play with animals, learn to swim, ride horses and explore and appreciate nature. The environment provides an abundant playground where kids can safely explore and have fun. The licensed facility also features field trips to Fredericksburg-area museums and other places of interest.
Established in 1979, Creative Child Care & Academy has three locations in the area with a multitude of programs to meet a child's and parents' needs.
Starting with infant care through 5th grade during the day and before and after school programs up to 7th grade with music lessons, summer camp and martial arts available, this center has most every activity offered. Visit the Web site for more information on all the programs.
Located in Fredricksburg's historical district, La Petite Auberge serves classic French food with a local twist, sourcing its seafood and produce from local vendors and keeping abreast of the seasonal specialties. Its extensive wine list features wines from all over the world, including Virginia. Private dining is available on reservation.
Learn and Play is a daycare center catering to children up to age 14. Following a mission statement to provide a quality nurturing environment, the staff is qualified through combination of certification, education and in-house training. A tuition that includes meals and extended hours accommodates working parents.