Burke Campus

Burke Campus

Address:6215 Roberts ParkwayBurke, VA 22015

Ages: 6 weeks - 12 years

Hours: 7am - 6pm

Phone: (540) 518-0886

Email: burke@novaearlylearning.com

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NOVA Early Learning’s Burke Campus provides caring, quality daycare in Burke, VA. The Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning has been a leader in early childhood education in the Northern Virginia area since 1996. The Fairfax County community trusts our Burke Campus to offer children a safe, nurturing environment in which they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We have served hundreds of families in the Burke, Virginia area through the years, and we’d love to welcome your family into ours!

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I wanted to tell you how happy we are with Northern Virginia Academy. You all are doing such a great job keeping the facility clean and safe. We feel so fortunate to have you, and my son loves pre-school.

- Angie C., Parent

For nearly 5 years the staff and teachers at Northern Virginia Academy have provided my children with an incredible preschool experience. Not only are the administrators committed and responsive, but the teachers, from the baby room up through the 4's/5's have consistently provided a solid curriculum along with loving care.

- Heather C., Parent

Thank you Thank you…. For the past 5 years I don’t know what I would have done if it wasn’t for NVA and Ms. Rhi making the decision to fit one more child into her school. From there a year later Skyler came. And NVA has been our children’s 2nd home since then. My children absolutely love their teachers, feel safe, have learned more than their parents could ever teach them, helped Skyler walk, helped him start talking and so much more.

Thao and I are so grateful for absolutely everything NVA has done for our family, and to say we will miss you… that is a huge understatement.

- Jen and Thao

BURKE CAMPUS: Quick Reference

Features at This Facility

A developmentally appropriate curriculum
Age-appropriate outdoor playground
Field trips
Secure keypad entry systems
Splash Pad
Transportation to and from area public schools

* Meals / snacks are not included for children with food allergies. This is the safest approach. Meal / snack exclusions do not affect tuition costs.

Programs Offered

Infant Care
Toddler Care
Two-Year-Old Program
Preschool for 3-Year-Olds
Preschool for 4-Year-Olds
Junior Kindergarten
Montessori (Burke VA)
Before and After School Program
Summer Camp

Schools Serviced

Bonnie Brae Elementary
Fairview Elementary
Terra Center Elementary

NOTE: The Schools Serviced are subject to change based on number of students enrolled from each public school.

Features of Our Clean, Secure, and Conveniently Located Facility

Our Burke campus is Northern Virginia Academy’s largest location, offering expansive outdoor space where young learners can explore, play, and grow. Nestled in the heart of Burke, Virginia and conveniently situated just off Fairfax County Parkway, this campus provides easy access for commuting families. Additionally, it is less than a mile from the Burke Centre Station VRE, making it a convenient option for those utilizing public transportation. 

More Than Daycare: We Offer Safe and Caring Childcare, Preschool, and Other Programs!

From infancy through preschool and into the crucial school-age years, NOVA Early Learning is committed to fostering a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. Our programs, curriculum, classrooms, play areas, toys, and learning materials cater to a variety of ages and developmental stages. Our goal is to give your child a variety of experiences that will develop him or her socially, emotionally and educationally.

Infant Care in Burke, VA

Infant Daycare - Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning - cute baby playing with soft colored blocks

Our infant care program provides a nurturing atmosphere designed to meet each child’s unique needs. Each infant enrolled at Northern Virginia Academy is assigned to a primary care group which ensures the one-on-one attention and care infants need to thrive. This personal, nurturing process fosters a trusting relationship between the child and the primary caregiver where the infant’s developmental needs set the day’s schedule.

Toddler Care in Burke, VA

Toddler Care - Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning - smiling children playing together with toys

Our toddler care program is designed for the child who wants to explore their world as they develop a sense of self. Each group of five toddlers has a primary teacher assigned to them that watches them closely to determine where their interests lead them. Soft play areas, indoor play equipment, and a variety of pull and push toys enable toddlers to discover and explore in a safe, fun, and exciting environment.

Two-Year-Old Program in Burke, VA

Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning - Two Year Old program - image of teacher and child building with connective toy blocks

Our two-year-old program focuses on stimulating language, creativity, and cognitive skills along with social and physical growth. A day-to-day schedule and weekly plan is created and shared with parents for these six areas. Each day your child experiences creative play, story time, art, language development, music and movement along with other activities designed to promote all areas of development.

Preschool for 3-Year-Olds in Burke, VA

Preschool for Three Years Olds - Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning - photo of child counting with numbered wooden blocks

Designed to develop a natural and life long excitement for learning, our three-year-old students learn how to build early writing and literacy skills, engage in concrete mathematical experiences and learn how to make friends. This is done as the children listen to stories, re-tell events, and perform dramatic play with puppets and props. Hands-on activities provide opportunities for exploration of concepts such as classification, serration, spatial relationships and numbers.

Preschool for 4-Year-Olds in Burke, VA

Preschool for Four Year Olds - Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning - group of children with arms raised interacting with teacher

In this program, your four-year-old child explores concepts in reading, math, and science as we continue to promote language and physical development. This hands-on approach to learning new skills is introduced through daily stories and games that teach your child math concepts, the alphabet, and phonic awareness. Our science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) curriculum incorporates teaching methods that respect children’s natural learning process.

Junior Kindergarten in Burke, VA

Junior Kindergarten Pre-K at Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning in Ashburn and Burke - closeup of child practicing writing the alphabet

Our Junior Kindergarten program, offered in Ashburn and Burke, bridges the gap between preschool and kindergarten for children turning five after September 30. With a focus on early reading, writing, independence, and school readiness, children build confidence in a structured, engaging classroom environment designed to support their continued developmental growth.

Montessori (Burke VA) in Burke, VA

Montessori School in Burke VA - Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning - young girl learning with educational toys

Our Montessori program is designed to assist children to develop their potential in a warm and nurturing environment. This educational practice embraces individualized instruction for mixed age groupings of students. Children will utilize the Montessori equipment and curriculum to develop important life skills. Children also learn Spanish vocabulary words through songs and games. This program encourages children to explore their world through learning, to express themselves, think independently and play cooperatively.

Before and After School Program in Burke, VA

Before and After School Care at Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning - group of school age children smiling and looking triumphant with arms in the air

Our Before and After School Program is offered at our Burke Campus, and is open to children ages five to twelve who attend elementary schools in the vicinity of this campus. Afternoon snacks are provided to all children. Our program presents a variety of activities to meet the child’s needs: outdoor play, table games, cooking activities, quiet time, arts and crafts and a supervised homework period.

Summer Camp in Burke, VA

Summer Camp childcare at Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning - children having fun playing soccer outside

Summer Camp at Northern Virginia Academy offers a fun, safe, and enriching environment for children from the end of the school year through August, with field trips, outdoor play, and exciting themed activities. Seasonal camps are also available during winter and spring breaks, keeping kids active and engaged year-round.

Our Directors, Teachers, and Staff Are Dedicated and Well-Trained

Our team embraces the philosophy of learning in a loving environment by creating a nurturing environment where learning is fun and exciting! At Northern Virginia Academy’s Burke Campus, we are proud to employ a culturally diverse, highly trained, and caring staff. Our teachers and management engage our children in activities and experiences that propel them to grow and learn. These childcare professionals provide a “home away from home” for your child with stimulating social, emotional, and physical learning opportunities.

Director

Rhiannon Criscuolo

Rhiannon Criscuolo, CDA
About Me

My name is Rhiannon Criscuolo, and I am the Program Director at NVA Burke.  My husband and I have two beautiful daughters, Penelope and Daphne. I enjoy arts and crafts, watching movies, reading, cooking and most importantly, spending time with my family. I started at Northern Virginia Academy in Burke in May, 2008 as Lead Teacher, soon after I became Assistant Director and then Program Director in 2016.  I chose to work with children because it is both rewarding and important.  I want to help each child in our care reach their full potential.  My goal is to provide a safe and loving learning environment to ensure a solid foundation for their growth. As a parent myself, I understand that the children spend most of their day in our care.  It is important to me that parents feel comfortable and can go to work knowing that their child is safe, happy, and loved so much.  I have been a part of the Northern Virginia Academy family for more than 15 years now, because I am proud of the quality of care that we provide our children and families.

Assistant Director

Yuris Sanchez

Yuris Sanchez

District Director

Shareese Ladd

Shareese Ladd, BS/Psychology, MA/Early Childhood Education
About Me

My name is Shareese Ladd, and I would like to introduce myself as the District Director of Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Liberty University and a Master’s degree from Capella University in Early Childhood Education. I have completed several developmental studies on adolescents from birth to age five. I am originally from Brooklyn, New York and I relocated to Northern Virginia with my family as an adolescent. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling with my husband. Our goal is to travel to all 50 states. I have been in the childcare field for more than 18 years, 12 of them at of Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning. My goal in the educational leadership of Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning is to maintain an open, strong and trusting work environment, with management and staff that are dedicated to upholding the honor and privilege of making an impact on the lives of small developing children. Working with people and children is something that I thoroughly enjoy doing, and I couldn’t imagine a career doing anything else. Thank you for the opportunity to serve your family.

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