Johnston KinderCare in Johnston, IA, is a nonsectarian early childhood program serving preschool–age students in a suburban community.
Founded in 1969, Johnston KinderCare has a campus size of 10 acres dedicated to early childhood education.
The school offers co–ed preschool (PK) programming with a focus on early childhood development.
Johnston KinderCare is part of the Johnston area early education options, located near other private schools offering a range of grades and student populations.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- 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
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
10 acres
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: It's More Than Daycare, It's KinderCare!
- School Mascot: Teddy Bear
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Katie - Happy Parent -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Johnston KinderCare?
Johnston KinderCare famous alumni include: Katie - Happy Parent.
When is the application deadline for Johnston KinderCare?
The application deadline for Johnston KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Johnston KinderCare is Gospel Assembly Christian Academy (1.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Pius X Catholic School (3.3 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Gospel Assembly Christian Academy
(Christian)
4665 72nd St
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 276-9047
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 276-9047
1.8 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 15 students
St. Pius X Catholic School
(Catholic)
3601 66th Street
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 276-1061
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 276-1061
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 397 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
Cottontail Creek Montessori School
Montessori School
7297 Nw Fisher Ln
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 289-1401
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 289-1401
4.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 93 students
13007 Douglas Pkwy
Urbandale, IA 50323
(515) 334-2240
Urbandale, IA 50323
(515) 334-2240
4.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,086 student Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
Mt. Olive Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
5625 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 277-8349
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 277-8349
4.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 303 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
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