The Johnson City KinderCare staff cannot wait to meet you! Our staff boasts over 125 years of combined experience working with children.
We are a warm group of teachers that find inspiration in the little details of early childhood education.
We are inspired by the sound a child uttering a new word, watching a child master a new skill, and supporting warm family units through our services.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Yearly Tuition: $5,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Johnson City KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- The Johnson City KinderCare is a place for children to learn and grow in a safe and happy environment. We are proud to provide our research based curriculum to all the children we serve from six weeks to 5 years old. Our administrators and staff are committed to supporting children and families in the East Tennessee community. We can't wait to meet you and find out how we can best serve you and your family!
- At our location we are always concerned with keeping the children safe and healthy while under our care! Our center is equipped with magnetically locked doors with keypad entry, as well as full fencing around all of our outdoor play areas. We also make every effort to keep our center clean and to cut down on the spread of germs by practicing daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning routines. We closely adhere to the illness policies outlined in the KinderCare parent handbook as well as all state health regulations.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Spanish
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- DHS, Family First, Foster family Care, 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), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Johnson City KinderCare cost?
Johnson City KinderCare's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
What schools are Johnson City KinderCare often compared to?
Johnson City KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Ashley Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Johnson City KinderCare?
The application deadline for Johnson City KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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