Thank you for your interest in our teachers! Our classrooms are monitored and designed using the Infant Toddler Environment Rating Scales (ITERS), Early Childhood Environment Rating Scales (ECERS), and the School Age Environment Rating Scales.
Our teachers are formally trained in the most updated early childhood information.
Each staff member receives a minimum of 15 clock hours of training each year, as well as opportunities for continuing higher education.
Quick Stats (2025)
- 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
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
School Mascot
The Owl
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome and thank you for your interest in our center! Our philosophy towards education focuses around the whole child. We believe in an inclusive classroom setting, in which children learn through positive interactions with both teachers and peers. Our program adapts our lesson plans to fit the individual needs of each child, guaranteeing that your family’s experience will fit what you are looking for. We are STARS rated and the first KinderCare in Kentucky to receive our NAEYC accreditation! For more information regarding our program options, please contact the center to discuss your needs.
- We are commited to the safety of all our children with the front door keypad entry, private fenced off playground, and ID only pickup. We practice clean concepts on a daily basis and require current immunizations on all children.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Arabic, Spanish
- Accreditations: NAEYC, Others - other_accreditations
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 YEARS
- Child Care Assistance, (not yet accepting NACCRRA till further accreditation received)
- 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), Before and After School Programs (5–12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Michelle Obama, Former First Lady of the United States -
- Tina Fey, Comedian and Actress -
- Nina Dobrev, Actress -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lexington KinderCare often compared to?
Lexington KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like The Lexington School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Lexington KinderCare?
Lexington KinderCare famous alumni include: Michelle Obama, Former First Lady of the United States, Tina Fey, Comedian and Actress and Nina Dobrev, Actress.
When is the application deadline for Lexington KinderCare?
The application deadline for Lexington KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Lexington KinderCare vs. The Lexington School
The nearest high school and elementary school to Lexington KinderCare is The Provision School & Family Counseling Center (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Michaels School (0.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
The Provision School & Family Counseling Center
Alternative School (Christian)
Grades: 2-12 | 26 students 0.4 miles 128 Dennis Dr
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 396-0644
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 396-0644
0.4
2-12
26
St. Michaels School
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
Grades: PK-K | 68 students 0.6 miles 2025 Bellefonte Dr
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 277-7541
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 277-7541
0.6
PK-K
68
Trinity Hill Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
Grades: NS-PK | 34 students 0.6 miles 210 E Reynolds Road
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 273-9526
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 273-9526
0.6
NS-PK
34
Grades: PK-8 | 186 students 0.8 miles 166 Crestwood Drive
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 273-4496
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 273-4496
0.8
PK-8
186
Grades: NS-8 | 150 students 0.9 miles 725 Stone Road
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 277-4805
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 277-4805
0.9
NS-8
150
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