Merryhill Preschool & Elementary School

This school is amazing. Michelle Bechtel is a great principal who loves children. Our experience has been nothing but top notch. The children are loved and cared for by great staff. I recommend this school to all my friends and family.

The worst experience ever. I thought I had found a great school in a great location. I would soon find out that was a lie. I signed my 4 year old daughter up for this school. I paid my non-refundable register fee and last weeks pay. I was originally going to do 3 day but decided for 5. It was not problem at the beginning, the signing up and paying went smoothly. The class i was told she would be in changed but i still went along with it. The first day I picked her up and asked about her day. She stated that the teacher had hurt her private area. I continued to ask question to find out what she meant. The teacher had sat her down for time out really hard causing the incident stated earlier. I told her that maybe she didn't hear since my child did say that she had walked off as she was trying to tell the teacher that she hurt her. Day 2 the same thing different incident.Her dad picked her up and she stated the teacher hurt my brain. So again questions were asked to find out exactly what the teacher did and how. I had my little one demonstrate exactly what happen. She shoved my head down hard and said this is what the teacher did to me. At this point I didn't want her back there. The next day I had to figure out where what to do with her before I lost my job. I didn't have time to call them until the afternoon time about these 2 incidents and that she would no longer be returning after just 2 days of being enrolled spending too much money. I asked about a refund and was told no because I needed to put a four week notice in, but they were going to investigate. My final conversation was with Ms. Dolly, no mind you i asked to speak to Michelle but was told she was out. Ms. Dolly told me that i can get 170 back out of 385 for 2 days mind you and that it would take up to 30 days to get it back. I am furious at this point because i have to find another school, which means more time and definitely more money. If you have a child in Ms. Jackie's class please pop in from time to time and check on your baby. My husband said he walked in and catch her slamming her hand on the table, i guess to get the children's attention. She told me out her own mouth how she hits a ruler on the table. She doesn't seem to have much patience which is the wrong career field to be in. I did see her discipline a boy but I thought to myself she could be a little more gentle with him. The way they handled this is totally unacceptable as a business. Please check on your baby or ask plenty of questions. My daughter told me she no longer like school and didn't want to go back because the teacher keeps hurting her. We hear stories everyday about caregivers hurting or even killing children. I don't want to have to see nor hear another sad story about a child being harm while in the care of someone parents trust or suppose to trust the most. I pray and hope that this helps someone.

I absolutely love this school. My daughter started 1 year ago and has grown so much since being here. The staff know and love each child. My daughter started in Miss Jackie's class for Pre-K 3 and Miss Jackie was an exceptional teacher. The structure combined with care was exactly what is needed for this age group. My daughter is now in Miss White's class and is learning and building what Miss Jackie taught her.nI love Miss Michelle the school principal. She always greets us with a smile and welcomes the children with love and caring.nAfter having an incident with a previous daycare I was so happy to find this school. Miss Grace and Miss Dolly at the preschool are amazing and truly love these children as well.nI could not be happier with the individuals who care for my child and only wish I had found this school sooner.nnWE ARE MERRYHILL!!!

We started my youngest child here and started my oldest as soon as possible. We were just bowled over with the daily communication, pictures, monthly experiences that our children are working on, and answers to any questions that came up. The staff and administration is not only child centered but family centered. Watching our kids growth has been such a joy. We are so happy we finally found a place for both are kids to attend and we are hoping to continue on till they age out. It is worth every penny and its incredibly affordable on a teachers salary.

My son and I love this school. I did my research on other schools before actually applying and Merryhill was cheaper and offered more for us. I love the set up and structure of the learning program for the children. My son is almost two and he will be learning Spanish soon! Daycare to 6 grade, Private School setting. First day they give free so your child can explore and try it out. Teachers and staff are all nice and friendly.