Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked NC School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Durant Road KinderCare
About the School
- Durant Road KinderCare in Raleigh, NC, is a co–ed, nonsectarian early learning program offering preschool (PK) education in the North Raleigh neighborhood.
- Founded in 1969, the school provides early childhood care and education with a long–standing presence in the community.
- The school serves preschool–age children in a suburban setting, supporting enrollment at the foundational level of early childhood development.
- Durant Road KinderCare operates as a daycare and early childhood center without a religious affiliation, focusing on introductory educational programs for young learners.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked NC School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Durant Road KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: None
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durant Road KinderCare's ranking?
Durant Road KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Durant Road KinderCare?
The application deadline for Durant Road KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Durant Road KinderCare located?
Durant Road KinderCare is located in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 16 other private schools located in North Raleigh.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Durant Road KinderCare is Christian Life Academy (2.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Falls Lake KinderCare (1.4 miles away)
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Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
1590 Dunn Rd
Raleigh, NC 27614
(919) 821-2261
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
4204 Jacqueline Lane
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 954-8811
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: PK-11 | 32 students
6551 Meridian Dr 131
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 877-5770
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 360 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 9
Baptist
7600 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 844-6496
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 94 students
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
7304 Falls Of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 818-9585
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: PK-11 | 32 students
6551 Meridian Dr 131
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 877-5770
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 360 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 9
Baptist
7600 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 844-6496
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,256 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 33
7409 Falls Of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,589 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 14
Christian
7300 Perry Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 573-7900
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 280 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 16
Catholic
3109 Spring Forest Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 878-7640
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: PK-11 | 32 students
6551 Meridian Dr 131
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 877-5770
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 360 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 9
Baptist
7600 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 844-6496
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,256 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 33
7409 Falls Of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: K-5 | 538 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
8151 Town Drive
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 303-3108
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,589 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 14
Christian
7300 Perry Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 573-7900
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
1590 Dunn Rd
Raleigh, NC 27614
(919) 821-2261
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
4204 Jacqueline Lane
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 954-8811
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: PK-11 | 32 students
6551 Meridian Dr 131
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 877-5770
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 94 students
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
7304 Falls Of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 818-9585
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,256 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 33
7409 Falls Of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Quick Facts
7901 Humie Olive Road
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-8454
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-8454
8965.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 896 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Apex Friendship High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7801 Humie Olive Rd
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-0500
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-0500
8965.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,748 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Apex Friendship Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7701 Humie Olive Rd
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-8960
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-8960
8965.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,412 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Holly Grove Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1451 Avent Ferry Road
Holly Springs, NC 27540
(919) 577-1700
Holly Springs, NC 27540
(919) 577-1700
8965.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 889 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
7451 Woods Creek Rd
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 694-8422
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 694-8422
8965.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
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