HELEN DAY

PRESCHOOL ACADEMY

1224 Princess Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

(571) 480-4081

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ABOUT US

Open Monday-Friday

7:00AM - 3:00PM

Enrolling children ages 6 weeks through 5 years of age in our full-day, year-round program, our academy offers a warm and educational environment for your child to grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

Discover our unique, proven approach to early childhood education offering:

Nationally recognized, research-based Creative Curriculum to nurture each child emphasizing hands-on, play-based activities led by his or her own inquiry;
Caring and highly qualified teachers, aides, and administrators that meet rigorous education and experience requirements;
Excellent, secure facilities with bright and inviting classrooms, a technology lab, and a beautiful outdoor play area;
Parental engagement through an active Parent Council and open communication with teachers, the academy principal, and Hopkins House leadership;
Prestigious national NAEYC accreditation and Virginia Quality rating.

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OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

Deborah Boateng-Beckson

Principal

Mrs. Boateng-Beckson joined the Hopkins House staff in 2010. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Education in Winneba, Ghana and has a Master’s degree in Educational Management at Strayer University. Ms. Boateng-Beckson has over 10 years of professional childcare experience. She is a resident of Virginia

Michelle Feh

Assistant Principal

Ms. Feh joined the Hopkins House staff in 2015. She has a Master’s degree from Grand Canyon University. Ms. Feh has more than 10 years of professional child care experience. She is a resident of Virginia.

Janay Campbell

Master Teacher

Ms. Campbell joined the Hopkins House staff in 2016. She has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and over 3 years of professional child care experience. Ms. Campbell is a resident of Virginia.

"Hopkins House is one of the highest-quality early childhood programs I have encountered in my 20 years in education. The staff, curriculum, and classroom spaces are of a caliber rarely found in preschools. In addition to being accredited by NAEYC, rated by the Virginia QRIS, and recognized by Northern Virginia magazine as one of the two best preschools in the region, Hopkins House is grounded in a rich tradition of and commitment to building social capital among families and throughout the community. Hopkins House is magnetic - it is a special place where magic happens and memories are made. If you're looking for a top-quality early childhood education for your child, Hopkins House is just around the corner!"

— Elizabeth P.

(from Yelp)

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