Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Mercantile KinderCare
About the School
- KinderCare teachers are very passionate about your child's happiness, growth and development.
- They work hard to provide a safe and nurturing environment that cultivates self-esteem.
- For our teachers this is more than a job.
- It's an opportunity for them to share their passion for life while they inspire, engage, and awaken the wonder inside of each and every child.
- Our teachers are dedicated to developing your child's potential and are sensitive to your child's individual needs.
- Parents feel comfortable dropping their children off and feel confident that their child is receiving the best education and care.
- Each day the children are learning something new and our teachers find a way to make learning fun!.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1992
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome to the Boston KinderCare Learning Centerwe are conveniently located in the North End behind the Historical Faneuil Hall. We have been providing the highest quality childcare in the North End since 1990. We believe in developing the whole child with an emphasis on assisting your child's growth and development socially, cognitively and physically.Our comprehensive curriculum, spacious and bright classrooms make the Boston KinderCare Learning Center a wonderful place for your child to learn and grow. We are pleased to say that our center strives everyday to ensurethat ourfamilies are satisfied. Please come by or schedule a timeto come for a tourof our center. We would love to meet you and your family!!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mercantile KinderCare often compared to?
Mercantile KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like School Street KinderCare by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Mercantile KinderCare?
The application deadline for Mercantile KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Mercantile KinderCare located?
Mercantile KinderCare is located in the North End neighborhood of Boston, MA. There are 1 other private schools located in North End.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Mercantile KinderCare vs. School Street KinderCare
The nearest high school to Mercantile KinderCare is Seaport Academy (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. John School (0.2 miles away)
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(617) 227-3143
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(617) 367-6239
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Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 5
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Sports: 6
Catholic
9 Moon St
Boston, MA 02113
(617) 227-3143
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 31 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
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Boston, MA 02114
(617) 367-6239
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: NS-6 | 129 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 5
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Boston, MA 02114
(857) 350-4840
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 129 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 20
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(617) 567-7456
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Gr: PK-8 | 220 students
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Boston, MA 02113
(617) 227-3143
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: NS-PK
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Boston, MA 02108
(617) 227-0554
Distance: 0.6 mi
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Daycare / Preschool
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(617) 227-0822
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 31 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Daycare / Preschool
8 Whittier Place
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(617) 367-6239
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: NS-6 | 129 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 5
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