Old Tappan KinderCare
The longevity of our staff is something we take great pride in.
In addition to loving and nurturing the children in their care, they spend a great deal of time teaching and enriching our programs.
Discover how our five areas of focus can give your child endless opportunities to learn and grow.
They are as follows; Communicating With Others, Building Brain Power, Making New Friends, Growing A Healthy Body, and Nurturing Creativity.
To learn more about programs, please feel free to be our guest.
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1997
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for visiting our center's web page. It's an honor to know that you are considering KinderCare in Old Tappan for your childcare needs. We welcome the opportunity to meet with you at anytime, so please feel free to be our guest.
- The health and safety of our students is always our number one concern. With that being said, please know that our entire staff is certified in CPR and First Aid. In addition, we have a security keypad that requires our families to punch in when entering the building. In the event you are not an enrolled family, you will have to utilize the door bell and sign in. All three of our playgrounds are well-maintained, spacious, and age appropriate for our students. Each age group has their own outdoor space that can be used as an extension to learning.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Child Care Assistance
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Old Tappan KinderCare?
The application deadline for Old Tappan KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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