Creve Coeur KinderCare

12821 Portulaca Dr. Saint Louis, MO 63146
www.kindercare.com

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Creve Coeur KinderCare Photo #1 - Infant-Sensory
Creve Coeur KinderCare Photo #2 - KinderCare Learning Center at Olive and Fee Fee
Creve Coeur KinderCare Photo #3 - Welcome to KinderCare
Creve Coeur KinderCare Photo #4 - Toddler-Light and Dark
Creve Coeur KinderCare Photo #5 - Preschool Classroom
Creve Coeur KinderCare Photo #6 - Pre K-Weather Station
Creve Coeur KinderCare Photo #7 - Toddler-Sensory
Creve Coeur KinderCare Photo #8 - Infant Room
Creve Coeur KinderCare Photo #9 - Infant Room
Creve Coeur KinderCare Photo #10 - Discovery Preschool (2 year olds)

About the School

  • The teachers and staff at Creve Coeur KinderCare are passionate and dedicated to the education of young children.
  • Many of our teachers have or are working toward their Child Development Associate's Credential, and many have their Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
  • Our center strives for excellence through continuing staff education, including two professional development days where the staff is taught the latest techniques in early childhood care.
  • Our teachers have an unfailing love of children and learning.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1996

Student Body

Student Body Type
Co-ed

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • School Motto: The Power of Our Child Care Programs
  • Welcome to the Creve Coeur KinderCare near the intersection of Olive Blvd. and Fee Fee Road. We are excited and proud to be a Nationally Accredited preschool. We are also proudevery KinderCare in Missouri is also Nationally Accredited. We are dedicated to encouraging children in fun and meaningful learning activities each day. We focus on the whole child and ensure a safe, secure, healthy and engaging environment for your child. Call us today to schedule a time to visit and see why our children LOVE going to school each day!

  • Our number one goal is to make sure your child is safe and secure while they are with us. Our entrance is secured with a key pad entry. Visitors will be greeted by a staff member when they arrive. Our playgrounds and outdoor areas are also secured and locked. We have an on-site Health and Safety Coordinator who does monthly fire, earthquake, and tornado drills. This person is also responsible for checking CPR and First Aid training is up to date.

  • Hours Of Operation: 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
  • Accreditations: NECPA
  • Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
  • NACCRA and MO DSS
  • 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 Creve Coeur KinderCare?
The application deadline for Creve Coeur KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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