We are blessed to have such dedicated and caring staff at our center.
We all strive to treat each child as they were our own.
We make it a daily goal to reach out to any child in need and offer guidance, assistance, love or support in whatever they may be facing in this fast paced, ever changing world.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome to the 12th Avenue KinderCare of Norman! Our center is conveniently located on 12th Ave S.E. just North of Boyd. Our proximity to the OU campus makes us an ideal learning center for children of faculty, staff and students of the University of Oklahoma!
- At KinderCare, the safety of our children and the confidence of our parents are points of pride. From daily sign in to strict parent/guardian identification and single keypad access, we maintain a rigorous standard for safety. All back doors leading to the playground can only be opened from the inside or with a key. The entire playground is fenced to help ensure the safety of the children while outside. All staff are trained in CPR and First Aid.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- DHS, Muscogee Creek Nation, Potawatomi Nation
- Infant Programs (6 Weeks – 1 Year), Toddler Programs (1 – 2 Years), Discovery Preschool Programs (2 – 3 Years), Preschool Programs (3 – 4 Years), Prekindergarten Programs (4 – 5 Years), Before and After School Programs (5–12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for 12th Avenue KinderCare?
The application deadline for 12th Avenue KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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