Falls Lake KinderCare is a nonsectarian early learning program located in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC, serving children up to pre–kindergarten.
Founded in 1969, the school provides early childhood care and education in a suburban community setting.
As a co–educational day care, Falls Lake KinderCare focuses on early childhood development within Raleigh's private school market.
The program competes within a local landscape that includes other Raleigh preschools and early learning centers offering similar grade spans.
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)
Top Rankings
Falls Lake KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falls Lake KinderCare's ranking?
Falls Lake KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Falls Lake KinderCare?
The application deadline for Falls Lake KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Falls Lake KinderCare located?
Falls Lake 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 Falls Lake KinderCare is Neuse Christian Academy (3.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Durant Road KinderCare (1.4 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Durant Road KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
10350 Durant Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 846-2424
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 846-2424
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Guidepost Montessori At Spruce Tree
Montessori School
12600 Spruce Tree Way
Raleigh, NC 27614
(919) 825-1771
Raleigh, NC 27614
(919) 825-1771
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 115 students
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Daycare / Preschool
10741 Forest Pines Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27614
(919) 570-3401
Raleigh, NC 27614
(919) 570-3401
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 20 students
Northeast Raleigh KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
4204 Jacqueline Lane
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 954-8811
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 954-8811
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Little Lambs Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
12200 Bayleaf Church Rd
Raleigh, NC 27614
(919) 847-4477
Raleigh, NC 27614
(919) 847-4477
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 237 students
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