The teachers and staff at Derr Road KinderCare are passionate about the well being and education of children.
Our staff members have an average tenure of ten years experience and an average fifteen years in the Early Childhood Education field.
The majority of our staff has degrees in Early Childhood Education, ranging from Child Development Associate's Credential to a Bachelor's Degree.
We are here to develop strong bonds with you and your children ensuring you will feel completely confident and reassured when you leave your child with us.
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 Springfield KinderCare on Derr Road. We are eager to meet you and your family. We are committed, dedicated educators excited to encourage your child's development and unique personality. We strive to encourage their love of learning and a rich imagination. We honor your role as a parent and partner and as an important member of our KinderCare family. You can expect us to listen carefully and respond quickly to any concerns or questions you may have. It is our privilege to serve your family. Your child will be in a safe, secure and in a stimulating environment along with caring and nurturing teachers.
- Our center is secure with a keypad entry, high gated fences and all staff have been BCI and FBI screened. All members of our team are required to be CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse and Communicable Disease trained and renewed prior to it expiring. On board is a Health and Safety Coordinator ensuring the well being of all children, staff and environment.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Accreditations: NAC
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- Yes. State of Ohio (Ohio Department of Job & Family Services)-income based and supplies a monthly co-pay for the family. Head start-Federal Program below povery guidelines 3.5 hours each morning free of charge.
- 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 Derr Road KinderCare?
The application deadline for Derr Road KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Derr Road KinderCare is Emmanuel Christian Academy (1.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Grades: PK-12 | 341 students 1.7 miles 2177 Emmanuel Way
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 390-3777
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 390-3777
1.7
PK-12
341
Grades: K-7 | 256 students 3.2 miles 1817 N Limestone St
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 399-5451
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 399-5451
3.2
K-7
256
Grades: PK-8 | 162 students 3.3 miles 2420 Saint Paris Pike
Springfield, OH 45504
(937) 399-8900
Springfield, OH 45504
(937) 399-8900
3.3
PK-8
162
Catholic Central School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-12 | 457 students 4.5 miles 800 Lagonda Ave
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-9204
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-9204
4.5
PK-12
457
Covenant Childrens Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
Grades: PK-K | 18 students 4.5 miles 201 N Limestone St
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-2427
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-2427
4.5
PK-K
18
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