Only At Arlington Home / About Us / Only At Arlington Choosing Merryhill School We know that parents have a lot of choices for their child’s education. So, why do families choose Merryhill Preschool, Elementary, and Middle School and stay with us until their child graduates? It’s because so many wonderful things happen at our private school, #OnlyAtArlington. Let us tell you more! Family Matters #OnlyAtArlington will you find a generation of learners creating leaders of the future. There is a reason we have educated children, their parents, and even their grandparents—we put family first. We involve our families in our academic events, like STEAM nights, but also create a space for them to have fun while giving back to their communities through fundraisers that involve the whole school. We believe that love should not stop the second your child steps into the classroom. It should permeate from your home, to our school, and back. Your family is our family. Community Outreach Community outreach is an essential part of our school experience for both students and staff. For over 30 years, we have provided angel tree gifts for Child Protective Services during the holiday season, benefitting over 150 children each year. We have also hosted food, pajama, and other themed drives for our main partner, the Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth, and other local organizations. This helps us extend our Merryhill family even further. Multicultural Festival All grades complete a research study of the country or culture of their choice. Following their research, the whole school gathers to share traditions, foods, and experiences from around the world. This is not only a fun event full of color and good food, but a chance for students to learn about and appreciate new cultures. Our Resident Environmentalist Ms. Marylee, from the Arlington Environmentalists Organization, visits us many times each month. She helps bring science to life! We have done things like looking at animals and plants up close and learning about science by doing real-life experiments. One time, we even built pirate ships to see if they would float or sink! Ms. Marylee makes science exciting and fun for everyone. Poetry Parade Even our youngest learners participate in project-based learning. During National Reading Month, our preschoolers choose their favorite story or poem and learn to recite it. They dress up as characters from the story and act it out for everyone as they parade around the school. Field Trips Field trips are more than just a break from the classroom. They are a chance for our students to build confidence and independence. At Merryhill Arlington, we use these experiences to help students grow. As they get older, they participate in multi-day trips where they learn to manage their own needs while exploring a variety of subjects. Whether it’s immersing in outdoor science or exploring U.S. history, field trips are a rite of passage that prepare our students for the future. In Texas, we have visited Waco, Galveston, San Antonio, Houston, and Austin. Our 6th and 7th graders have the chance to explore monuments in Washington D.C. and Philadelphia, tour Congress, and even ride the subway!
