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Mechanicsburg KinderCare

Where would we be without our teachers? They are what sets us apart from other facilities.
We take pride in hiring only the best, most passionate teachers.
We are early childhood professionals- please don't call us babysitters! All of our teachers have: *40 hours of KinderCare training prior to entering a classroom.
*15 hours of STARS New Hire training. *Pediatric First Aid & CPR.
*At least 24 hours of training per year. *Ongoing Professional Development requirements. *And most of all. a love for what they do!.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 137 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2000
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
137 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Mechanicsburg KinderCare Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition includes, breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks.
Admissions Director
Charlene White
Application URL

School Notes

  • Welcome to the Cumberland Parkway KinderCare in Mechanicsburg! We are here to support our families and ensure your child's safety in a secure, fun loving and nurturing learning environment. We have a phenomenal staff of caring teachers who have pledged to guide the children with kindness, respect and positive guidance. We would love for you to join our family.

    We offer discounts to employees of the following local and national companies:
    Comcast
    UPS
    Delta Dental
    Rite Aid
    CVS
    Aspen Dental
    M & T Bank
    Panera Bread
    Target
    Wells Fargo
    And many more!

    Please call for additional employee discounts!
  • Your child's health and safety is one of our top priorities. All of our staff is CPR and First Aid certified and complete a fire safety course. Our building is secured with keypad entry and all our playgrounds are surrounded by eight foot fences. Our building employs a Health & Safety Coordinator to ensure all monthly checks and tasks are completed tothe highest standards.
  • Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
  • Accreditations: NAEYC
  • Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 YEARS
  • Childcare Network (All Counties), CCIS
  • 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: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Mechanicsburg KinderCare?
The application deadline for Mechanicsburg KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 137 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Cumberland County, PA is $6,589 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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