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McNeil Preschool Academy

The Hopkins House Preschool Academy is a true "school." Our focus, in addition to offering a safe-haven for the children, is educating and preMcNeil_Centerparing them for exceptional achievement in kindergarten and beyond.

At the Hopkins House Preschool Academy we value families and the central role they play as first teachers of their children; we value age-appropriate teaching methods founded on best practices and implemented by well-educated and trained educators; and, we value activities in the classroom that allow children to explore, experiment, imitate, ask questions and be questioned.


RayDear Parents:

Welcome and thank you for selecting Hopkins House James and Juliette McNeil Preschool Academy as your choice in providing the highest quality education and care for your child.

McNeil Preschool Academy is an award-winning, nationally recognized preschool, serving children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. A fixture in the Fairfax/Mount Vernon area, we pride ourselves on our commitment to the families of Northern Virginia.

Our highly educated and trained staff, not only instruct children in preparation for bright futures through world renowned curriculum, but also instill in each child the life skills, love and guidance that are needed on a daily basis.

We want to provide a warm and nurturing environment here, where children grow in the awe and wonderment of the world around them, where families can "feel" our commitment, more than just hearing our words.

This is the mission of McNeil Preschool Academy and it is our absolute pleasure to serve you and your family.

All The Best,
Raymel A. Menefee
Principal

 

The James L. & Juliette McNeil Preschool Academy offers tours on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please click on the green box to the left to schedule a tour.

The James L. and Juliette McNeil Preschool Academy is located in Fairfax County, three miles north or Ft. Belvoir off US-1.  The preschool accepts children 6 weeks to 5 years of age.  It is open from 7am to 6pm Monday through Friday.

8543 Forest Place, Alexandria, VA 22309      MAP
Phone: (571) 480-4261
Fax: (571) 480-4279
 
Directions
Coming from the Washington, D.C., Arlington, VA, and the City of Alexandria:
From US-1 South (Jefferson Davis Highway) head south through Old Town Alexandria. 
Cross over I-495 and continue south for 6.5 miles.
At the flashing yellow lights, turn left onto Forest Place. (If you pass the Post Office you have gone too far)
Make an immediate left into the Hopkins House parking lot.
 
Coming from US-1 North (Woodbridge, Lorton, Ft. Belvoir):
Merge onto US-1 North.  Ft. Belvoir will be on your right. Continue for 2 miles.
There will be a Jiffy Lube on the left.  Turn right onto Forest Place and make an immediate left into the Hopkins House parking lot.
 
Coming from the West (Fairfax County Parkway):
From Fairfax County Parkway South turn left onto US-1 North.
Ft. Belvoir will be on your right. Continue for 2 miles.
There will be a Jiffy Lube on the left.  Turn right onto Forest Place and make an immediate left into the Hopkins House parking lot.