Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
KinderCare at Manalapan
About the School
- The teachers and staff here at Manalapan KinderCare are committed and passionate about your child's education and providing a safe, nurturing environment that cultivates self-esteem.
- We strive to make our services and communication with you exceptional.
- Our teachers are eager to understand your needs and to serve your child as a unique member of our KinderCare family! We are a group of dedicated professionals that work as a team to ensure customer satisfaction everyday.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1984
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 40%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Welcome to the KinderCare of Manalapan. Choosing the right learning environment for your child will be one of the most important decisions you will ever have to make. We have been providing high quality early childhood education in the community for over 25 years, and are part of the nation's leading childcare provider! We are committed to providing the best care around for your child, because at KinderCare, everything is designed for learning and growing. Whether your child is striving to take their first steps or preparing for first grade, we are here to help them reach new milestones each and every day. When entering our center, you will feel a warm and loving environment that is enriched with education. Our commitment to the care and education of children is paramount to all our faculty. We are very proud of our center and look forward to having you visit and seeing for yourself how our children learn, develop, and always leave with a smile!
- We pride ourselves on the Health and Safety features that our program offers for all of our children and families. From our daily sign in and attendance procedures, to our single keypad access, we maintain a rigorous standard for safety. We strictly follow established procedures for your child's arrival and departure. We have four fully fenced-in play yards. Prior to the first day of employment, all of our staff have their fingerprints and background checks completed. Additionally, all staff are First Aid and CPR certified. We conduct monthly fire and disaster drills to make sure our children and staff know what to do in case of a real emergency. Our goal is to ensure a safe and happy learning environment for your child.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Spanish
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- Child Care Resources (CCI), Catholic Charities -flexible (call center if in doubt)
- 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), Private Kindergarten Programs (5–6 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 KinderCare at Manalapan?
The application deadline for KinderCare at Manalapan is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to KinderCare at Manalapan is Collier School (5.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Pied Piper Preschool & Summer Camp (2.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Bridges At St. Thomas More (0.5 miles away)
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(732) 446-3107
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Gr: PK-K | 85 students
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140 Gordons Corner Rd
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(732) 446-0401
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 274 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
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Englishtown, NJ 07726
(732) 446-4700
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Gr: PK-K | 66 students
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22 Wilson Avenue
Englishtown, NJ 07726
(732) 446-5155
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 49 students
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108 Freehold Road
Englishtown, NJ 07726
(732) 446-1200
Distance: 5.4 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 96 students
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160 Conover Rd
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(732) 946-4771
Distance: 6.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 468 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 10
Christian
123 White Oak Lane
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
(859) 744-0817
Distance: 6.9 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 160 students
Special Education School
1 High Point Center Way
Morganville, NJ 07751
(732) 591-1750
Distance: 8.0 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 841 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 21
Catholic
540A Line Road
Holmdel, NJ 07733
(732) 739-0800
Distance: 8.3 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 40 students
All-boys (Jewish)
Po Box 7 Rte 524
Adelphia, NJ 07710
(732) 431-1600
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: K-1 | 71 students
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337 Iron Ore Rd
Englishtown, NJ 07726
(732) 446-3636
Distance: 3.1 mi
Gr: 1-8 | 60 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 5
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3059 Englishtown Road
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(732) 690-7991
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 135 students
Jewish
70 Amboy Rd
Morganville, NJ 07751
(732) 536-0911
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students
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70 Amboy Rd
Morganville, NJ 07751
(732) 363-5700
Distance: 3.7 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 152 students
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165 Amboy Rd # 602
Morganville, NJ 07751
(732) 617-2606
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: PK-K | 161 students
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186 Gordons Corner Rd
Englishtown, NJ 07726
(732) 446-3107
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-K | 85 students
Daycare / Preschool
140 Gordons Corner Rd
Englishtown, NJ 07726
(732) 446-0401
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 274 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
139 Pinebrook Rd
Englishtown, NJ 07726
(732) 446-4700
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-K | 66 students
Daycare / Preschool
22 Wilson Avenue
Englishtown, NJ 07726
(732) 446-5155
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 49 students
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
108 Freehold Road
Englishtown, NJ 07726
(732) 446-1200
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