Early Childhood Programs

Four Year Old Preschool Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)
The purpose of this program is to provide an environment which promotes the physical, emotional, and intellectual development of the children. The curriculum consists of hands-on activities involving large group, small group, and individualized learning situations. This class has a limited number of students and meets Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The Great Start Readiness Program is funded by the State of Michigan and is free for all families. The children eligible for this program must be four years on or before December 1st of the year they enter the program. Qualifications do change from year to year. These qualifications are established by the State of Michigan. Please call 586-749-6000 Ext 5 for more information and changes.

Before and after school care is offered at an additional cost.
Free Full-Day Kindergarten Program
Must be 5 on or before September 1st. If your child’s birthday falls between September 2 and December 1st of the year they enter the program, you may apply for a waiver. *Class size limited to 24 children.

Please see the attachments below for details about our programs:

For more information, please contact us at:

Merritt Academy
59900 Havenridge Rd
New Haven, MI 48048
(586) 749-6000