FB MEEKINS
About Our SchoolFB Meekins Earns NAEYC Recognition!
We are thrilled to share that FB Meekins has officially earned Recognition from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)—a major milestone in the path toward national accreditation. This Recognition reflects a thorough review of our foundational policies and practices, affirming that our routines, structures, and values align with the highest standards in early childhood education.
This achievement highlights our commitment to creating safe, nurturing, developmentally rich learning experiences for every child. It celebrates the dedication of our staff and the incredible partnership of our co-oping families.
Our MISSION
AT FB MEEKINS,
we believe in the power of play. Through our child-led, discovery based program, children test ideas and experiment with the world around them through hands-on, engaging, and developmentally appropriate play. They explore cause and effect, develop language and social skills, and learn self-control over themselves and their environment. Our teachers support and encourage children as they engage and explore, allowing each child to grow as an individual—socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually.
Our Facilities
Providing An Environment For Your Children To Learn & Grow
Our school is located at 900 Maple Avenue East in Vienna, Virginia, 22180. We share a building with Emmaus Church, but Meekins is an independent, non-religious preschool. Children of all races, religions, cultures, and family backgrounds are treated with equal respect and consideration.
Our facilities include a 4-classroom educational building and large fenced-in playground.
Our CLASSROOMS
Teaching the world-changers of tomorrow
Children between the ages of 2 and 3 are eligible for the Yellows Class. This class meets 3 times a week on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. It has a graduated schedule in September to adjust the children to their first preschool experience. There are no field trips for this class.
Children between the ages of 2.5 and 3.5 are eligible for the Greens Class. This class meets 4 times a week, Monday through Thursday. They meet in the same classroom that the Yellows Class meets in. This class goes on about 4 field trips throughout the year.
Children between the ages of 3.5 and 4 are eligible for the Blues Class. This class meets 4 times a week on Monday thru Thursday. This class works closely with the Reds Class. Meetings are separate, but the play time and field trips are together. There are about 6 field trips throughout the year.
Children between the ages of 4-5 are eligible for the Reds Class. This class meets 5 days a week, Monday thru Friday. This class works closely with the Blues Class. Meetings are separate, but the play time and field trips are together. There are about 6 field trips throughout the year.
- Friday Friends is an opportunity for students in the Greens and Blues classes to attend an extra day at Meekins with the Reds and Yellows classes. This add-on program allows children more time to play, connect, and build friendships across age groups. They will join the Reds and Yellows for meeting time, lunch, and storytime, helping them get to know those friends and teachers even better.
- Explorers is a 3-day a week afterschool enrichment program where children engage in small-group projects, problem-solving, and collaborative learning designed to extend their skills and creativity. Attendance is optional—all children in our morning program are fully prepared for kindergarten—but the Explorers program offers even more ways to grow and play.
- Voyagers invites small groups of children to dive deeper into early math and literacy concepts through guided play and hands-on exploration. Using games, stories, and creative projects, children practice foundational skills in joyful, meaningful ways. This optional program is a wonderful fit for children who enjoy extended opportunities for focused play, pattern-making, storytelling, and discovery. It builds on the rich learning experiences of our morning program — offering even more time to discover and explore!
Testimonials
What Parents are Saying
“My oldest son loved this school, and we’re sending our second son to Meekins this fall. It is such a gift to watch your child learn while you’re in the classroom with them. Each day is filled with exploration, art, creative thinking, problem solving, outdoor exploration, and so much more. I look forward to continuing to grow as a parent and watching my child grow as a person through the wonderful experiences Meekins offers him! “
“We love Meekins…the staff, the families and the learning through play philosophy. We have sent both of our children there, and the only regret we have is that we didn’t send them earlier! The community vibe at Meekins is something truly special, and we’re so glad we are a part of it!“
“We have been thrilled with our experience at Meekins. I love how the teachers at Meekins help to foster independence and imagination through learning through play, and their readiness to allow kids to explore and hone their interests. I have learned so many useful parenting tools from the teachers while volunteering in the school and believe Meekins has given my children a healthy foundation that encourages creativity, self-assurance, and an interest in learning.”