Children's Choice Preschool was found in 1976 and quickly grew to include kindergarten and primary grades through upper elementary and is now part of McDowell Elementary. Greg and Phyllis Cygan purchased McDowell and Children's Choice Preschool in 2002.
Classes remain small and intimate, with a fully renovated playground which includes Astroturf along with stimulating age appropriate play areas and a fun riding track. The school remains focused on upholding the sense of family on the campus with a strong parent support organization and teachers and staff who average over 9 years with the school.
Preschool is offered for 3-5 year olds on a 2-day, 3-day or 5-day option from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Lunch Bunch is available every day from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. for preschoolers to stay and eat lunch on campus. This hour allows time for children to socialize with their peers and have an additional playtime.
Children's Choice Preschool is NAEYC accredited and is a Blue Ribbon School.
Chesterbrook Academy is a private school for children up to the pre-kindergarten age, located on Spring Street in Herndon. Students are introduced to academics through age-appropriate, hands-on activities that encourage childrens' natural curiosity and spark a love of learning in a safe and nurturing environment. The curriculum, which combines structured learning with playtime, also focuses on social interaction so that kids will be ready to take on the challenges of elementary school and beyond, as well as discovering, exploring and learning their full potential.