Minnieland Private Day School is Virginia’s premier provider of early childhood education programs.
Since 1972, Minnieland has emphasized a quality childcare program for children to learn and grow in a safe, clean, and friendly environment.
With programs designed for children aged 3 weeks to 12 years old, our nurturing and loving atmosphere is structured to meet each child’s individual needs.
Minnieland strives to establish quality standards that go beyond a state’s minimum licensing requirements.
We know that choosing an early care and education program for your child is a very important decision.
The program you choose will lay the foundation of how your child grows, interacts and learns.
It is our top priority to ensure that our centers meet the highest standards of quality childcare, that's why Minnieland is 100% committed to the accreditation process.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Minnieland Academy @ Dale City?
The application deadline for Minnieland Academy @ Dale City is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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