JAMES L. & JULIETTE
McNEIL
PRESCHOOL ACADEMY
8543 Forest Place, Alexandria, VA 22309
(571) 480-4261
Child Care Services Are Now Available to Essential and Non-Essential Personnel!
ABOUT US
Open Monday-Friday
7:00AM - 5:30PM
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:
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Nationally recognized, research-based Creative Curriculum to nurture each child emphasizing hands-on, play-based activities led by his or her own inquiry;
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Caring and highly qualified teachers, aides, and administrators that meet rigorous education and experience requirements;
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Excellent, secure facilities with bright and inviting classrooms, a technology lab, and a beautiful outdoor play area;
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Parental engagement through an active Parent Council and open communication with teachers, the academy principal, and Hopkins House leadership;
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Prestigious national NAEYC accreditation and Virginia Quality rating.
EXPLORE OUR CLASSROOMS
OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Deborah Okyere
Principal
Ms. Okyere joined the Hopkins House staff in 2011. She has a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education and over 15 years in the early care and education field, holding various positions such as Assistant Principal, preschool education coordinator, and program director. Ms. Okyere is a resident of Virginia.
Anna Ankomah
Assistant Principal
Ms. Ankomah joined the Hopkins House faculty in 2014. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and over 17 years of experience in early childhood education. Ms. Ankomah is a resident of Virginia.
