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Merced KinderCare

Our staff truly enjoys caring for children and all have the heart and dedication to making sure your child gets nothing but the best while in our care.
Each day brings new fun activities and learning at our school and we enjoy the opportunity to be a part of your family's day.
We love to watch the children grow and learn and so appreciate sharing that with all of our families.
We strive for excellence in all that we do here and look forward to having your child in one of our classrooms.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Welcome to Merced KinderCare'¦Where every day is a learning adventure! We are very excited about meeting your family and extending ours! We know this is one of the most important decisions that you will ever make. Allow us to help you make the best decision for your child. Our goal to give your child every child opportunity to grow in every way in a safe and fun environment. Our teachers bring a passion of teaching and caring to your child everyday! No matter how old or how young your child is they will grow and develop in ways in you never imagined! At KinderCare our families always come first!
  • Safety comes first! We have a keypad entry, which only staff and enrolled families receive, all of our playgrounds are fenced, all staff members are CPR and First Aid certified. We also have monthly safety meetings with our staff regarding different issues, such as earthquakes, illness and how to keep healthy!
  • Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
  • Languages Spoken: Spanish
  • Pomona and Options, DCFS, CalWorks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Merced KinderCare?
The application deadline for Merced KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Merced KinderCare located?
Merced KinderCare is located in the Walnut Valley neighborhood of West Covina, CA. There are 5 other private schools located in Walnut Valley.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,090 for elementary schools and $23,534 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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