Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Belle Terre KinderCare
About the School
- Here at the Belle Terre KinderCare Learning Center our entire staff are committed to each child and family in providing the highest form of quality in childcare education.
- We strive to serve with excellence utilizing many childcare education accreditations and certifications including the Louisiana Quality Rating System (STARS).
- We also partner with our state's collegiate programs, such as Delgado Community College offering opportunities preparing future childcare educators pursuing a career in Early Childhood Development.
- We pride ourselves in having an highly-qualified and tenured staff who often participate in a myriad of staff development coursework, classes and certifications including Child Development Certifications.
- We also provide our staff opportunities to further their career and education during their tenure with KinderCare.
- We will provide tuition reimbursement so our teachers can further their education.
- From the moment you walk through the door you and your family will experience bright smiles, warm hugs and the overall passion we have about education.
- So what are you waiting for? We can't wait to meet you!.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Belle Terre KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Facts
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics & Faculty
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$15,000 - $25,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Endowment Size
$100 million
School Notes
- Welcome to Belle Terre KinderCare! Thank you for taking time to learn more about our wonderful school and all we have to offer in Early Childhood Education. With designated learning centers such as dramatic play, blocks in every classroom, children have the opportunity for rich social play and child-initiated discovery. You'll also find that our classrooms feature a print-rich environment full of carefully selected materials, written charts, labels and children's literature. By helping your child connect spoken words and print, we're helping develop early literacy and writing skills. Our center is designed for your child to learn through play, so come in today to see first hand how the KinderCare experience will give your child every advantage! We warmly welcome you into our family and look forward to celebrating your child's success with you!
- The Center has a secure coded entrance door. We have monthly fire and tornado drills. Our teachers are CPR and First Aid Certified (all are trained). There is a sign-in and sign-out book at the front of the Center. We provide a safe and nurturing environment for every child.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Spanish
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- CCAP (Child Care Assistance Program), NACCRRA
- 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)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Smith, Emmy Award Winner (Graduated 2010) -
- Jane Doe, Author and Activist (Graduated 2012) -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Belle Terre KinderCare?
The acceptance rate of Belle Terre KinderCare is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 85%.
Who are famous alumni from Belle Terre KinderCare?
Belle Terre KinderCare famous alumni include: John Smith, Emmy Award Winner (Graduated 2010) and Jane Doe, Author and Activist (Graduated 2012).
When is the application deadline for Belle Terre KinderCare?
The application deadline for Belle Terre KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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