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North Tacoma KinderCare Photo #9 - Our Preschool and Pre Kindergarten classes love our playground especially the natural setting with our large tree and real grass. We even have bikes!

North Tacoma KinderCare

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type
Early Childhood / Day Care
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1984

Student Body

Total Students
23 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
North Tacoma KinderCare Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Online Application

School Notes

  • Welcome to the North Tacoma KinderCare. Our website is a great first step to getting to know what our experienced and passionate team of teachers have to offer you and your child(ren).  Our team of teachers is excited to for your child to grow, flourish and learn in our programs.  If you are looking for an educational enviornment full of fun and laughter for your child please stop by or call and schedule a private tour.  We can't wait to meet you!
  • The health and safety of children is something we pride ourselves in. Our entire staff is CPR and First Aid certified and the building has a secured entry. We have a dedicated health and safety coordinator who is committed to monitoring our center on a daily basis. This ensures that the standards we have in place are maintained at all times.
  • Hours Of Operation: 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
  • Languages Spoken: American_sign_langugage, Spanish
  • Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 5 YEARS
  • DSHS (full time only), NACCRRA, 10% Military, 10% sibling discount-2 or more children MDC-Metro Devel Council, DVR- Division of Rehabilitation
  • 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), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Alumni Clubs -
    • Scholarship winners -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from North Tacoma KinderCare?
North Tacoma KinderCare famous alumni include: Alumni Clubs and Scholarship winners.
When is the application deadline for North Tacoma KinderCare?
The application deadline for North Tacoma KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is North Tacoma KinderCare located?
North Tacoma KinderCare is located in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 1 other private schools located in West End.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Tacoma, WA is $13,732 for elementary schools and $16,226 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tacoma, WA is 96% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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