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Knowledge Beginnings

5.00 (1 review)

2907 SE 162nd Ave
Vancouver, WA 98683

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Tel: (360) 944-8990

www.kindercare.com

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Knowledge Beginnings Photo #1 - We have closed circuit cameras that allow you the opportunity to drop off your child and then check in on them from the lobby. The cameras do not record, but they give many new parents a sense of security knowing they can watch their child calm down and integrate with their class.

Knowledge Beginnings Photo #2 - Vancouver Knowledge Beginnings

Knowledge Beginnings Photo #4 - Our infants have plenty of space to crawl and play.

Knowledge Beginnings Photo #5 - Each infant has their own assigned crib and has a warm, inviting environment to learn and make new firends.

Knowledge Beginnings Photo #6 - Our youg toddler room gives our transitioning babies lots of fun activities at their level as they gradually stabilize on their feet.

Knowledge Beginnings Photo #7 - Toddler Classroom

Knowledge Beginnings Photo #8 - We have two toddler rooms allowing our children to gradually progress from the coziness of the infant classroom to the busy, exploration of full toddlerhood!

Knowledge Beginnings Photo #9 - In Discovery Preschool our children are super busy! They are working hard on potty training, but are also focused on building those first true preschool skill sets.

The Teachers here are excited to get to know you and your child.

Our passion is teaching! We also invite you to come meet all of us personally!.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 156 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Knowledge Beginnings ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Year Founded

1999

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Student Body

Total Students

156 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

67%

State avg.: 31%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

At Knowledge Beginnings you know your child will learn and grow with our nurturing teachers and everyday curriculum. We see ourselves as a school, even for our young ages in infants and toddlers. You know when your child is here they will do so much more then just color or eat snack. We focus on the whole child developmentally, which allows us to implement curriculum that targets the child cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
Come be a part of our school, and watch your child learn and grow.
We have a health and safety coordinator on site and we strive for a safe and healthy environment. All of our teachers are trained in proper procedures and policies and all of our teachers have obtained their First Aid and CPR certification.
Hours Of Operation: 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
No Subsidies; See bottom of profile to see discounts 10% Discount for the following companies: WaferTech, Sharpe, Underwriters Laboratories, Fishers Investments, Nautilus Inc.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Knowledge Beginnings?

The application deadline for Knowledge Beginnings is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Knowledge Beginnings located?

Knowledge Beginnings is located in the Fairway 164th neighborhood of Vancouver, WA.

School Reviews

5 2/23/2019

Our son has been attending this daycare/preschool since he was 1, so almost 4 years and we absolutely love it. The teachers are great, lots of fun with educational aspect, great flexibility and positive environment. Great place for the little ones.

- Posted by Parent - Dunja h.

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 156 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Vancouver, WA is $11,067 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).