Testimonials

We have been a part of the Minnieland Academy @ England Run family for nearly 10 years. We have been particularly pleased that in a lot of cases the staff has been stable enough that, even though they are five years apart, both girls have had the same beloved teachers. The director has always been very flexible and accommodating with our non-public school schedule, which has really helped.  And in all the time we have been there, we can count on one hand the times the Center has closed for inclement weather – something we really appreciate. We have recommended the Center to friends and do so with no hesitation.  

--Susan and Richard, parents at Minnieland of England Run

Love the Staff at Minnieland Academy at England Run. I have been using this center for 9 years and would happily recommend it to anyone looking for a place to send their kids. The staff is loving and seems just like a family. Some of the teachers have managed to have all 3 of my children. I felt that my kids came out of the JK/Prep program more than ready for Kindergarten. When they were babies they were well looked after and I always felt like the staff loved them like their own.

--a parent at Minnieland at England Run

I cannot begin to express my love for the staff, program, and happiness that consumes us each and every day. As a former employee I was instilled with a very particular environment I wanted my child to be exposed to. Naturally, I was drawn back to this center. The moment my daughter was enrolled she was welcomed with so much love and positive energy. She amazes our family by the new things she learns each and every day with so much enthusiasm and excitement. This is what parents look for in an early learning center. Minnieland @ England Run is shaping my daughter into a well-rounded, confident, smart, and happy individual. The curriculum and encouragement from her teachers are preparing her for the future in a way that makes her want to learn. The positive energy and constant communication from the directors and her teachers makes me feel beyond comfortable and confident my daughter is in the best care. I couldn't ask for a better group of people or program for her. She truly is "learning in a loving environment".

--Christina C., parent at Minnieland England Run

My only sadness about Minnieland at England Run is that my daughters are no longer there.  My 13 year old was there since she was about 6 months old, and the 8 year old since she was 3 months old. They both LOVED it there.  During all that time, a significant number of teachers were constant, which at a place like a daycare really says something. They are dedicated and loving at all stages, being careful to always have an appropriate teacher-to-student ratio and spending time each day with every child in their charge.  Even the slightest injury is tended to and carefully reported, with action taken to address the cause.  I would not hesitate to recommend Minnieland Academy at England Run for child care at any age.

--Former parent at Minnieland England Run

Minnieland England Run is awesome! The staff greets us every morning and afternoon.  They always present themselves as happy and glad to see every family.     It's a great school and my son goes without tears most days.  They do a great job involving families.  I would highly recommend this Minnieland.

--Jamie B., parent at Minnieland England Run

Minnieland has always been very helpful with me and my son. I can remember when I first moved to Virginia I was late coming home from a meeting and there was an accident on the freeway. Of course being new to the area I had no idea how to get around it. Ms. Roxanne called me and stayed on the phone with me while she directed me through the back roads to get there. I of course was freaking out I have never been late to pick up my son and she was so calm and patient with me I will never forget it. I can honestly say that I feel comfortable sending my son here. He loves all the teachers and tells me that daily. Thanks Minnieland for all your help.

--Nickola B., parent at Minnieland at England Run

Quality Excellent   I could write for days about how happy I have been with Minnieland at England Run. From our very first visit on they have exceeded my expectations. I work mostly from home but needed a place for my 11 month old son to stay one day a week for the occasions where I needed to go into the office. I looked at nine different daycare centers, including a few other Minnieland locations, from Fredericksburg up to Arlington where my office is. While they all seemed competent I had an immediate comfort level at the England Run center that I hadn't felt anywhere else. They are always friendly. The rooms are clean and well organized. The teachers are fantastic, and even though our son only goes once a week they remember details about our family and life outside of daycare. They really go out of their way to make sure that our son still gets to participate in all of the curriculum items like art, reading, and music. It's clear that even at that young age the teachers are focused on teaching, and not just babysitting. In fact, even at only one day a week I feel like our son is greatly benefited by attending. They really help our son to transition comfortably when I drop him off, and it's obvious that each teacher really cares about the kids. I'm not sure how they manage it but I've never seen any child just left to cry, even for a few minutes, which used to happen often at our previous daycare. I have never had a single concern with this center; I know each time I drop my son off that he is in excellent hands at the most caring, competent and well-run center anywhere in this area.  

--Kathryn G., parent at England Run