Matthews KinderCare is a nonsectarian early learning program located in Matthews, NC, serving children through pre–kindergarten.
Founded in 1969, the school operates on a 25–acre campus within a suburban community.
The school offers co–educational early childhood care with enrollment focused on the pre–kindergarten level.
Matthews KinderCare provides day care services in a nonsectarian setting, consistent with other early childhood programs in the Matthews area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NC School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Matthews KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Campus Size
25 acres
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matthews KinderCare's ranking?
Matthews KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Matthews KinderCare?
The application deadline for Matthews KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Matthews KinderCare is Greyfriars Classical Academy (4.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Faith Baptist Christian School (5.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Sardis KinderCare (4.8 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Greyfriars Classical Academy
(Christian)
2701 Rice Rd
Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 315-5774
Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 315-5774
4.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sardis KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
4405 Sardis Church Rd
Monroe, NC 28110
(704) 882-7642
Monroe, NC 28110
(704) 882-7642
4.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Stallings United Methodist Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
1115 Stallings Road
Matthews, NC 28104
(704) 821-1365
Matthews, NC 28104
(704) 821-1365
4.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 50 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Faith Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
6840 Wilson Grove Rd
Charlotte, NC 28227
(704) 545-0937
Charlotte, NC 28227
(704) 545-0937
5.1 miles
Gr: K-11 | 13 students
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Daycare / Preschool
9631 Northeast Parkway
Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 321-1310
Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 321-1310
5.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK
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