Riverwood KinderCare in Clayton, NC offers a nonsectarian early childhood program serving preschool students.
Established in 1969, the school provides co–ed early learning services in a suburban community.
The center's enrollment focuses exclusively on the pre–kindergarten level, aligning with local demand for early childhood education.
Riverwood KinderCare operates with a student–teacher ratio consistent with early childhood program standards in the Clayton area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NC School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Riverwood KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Riverwood KinderCare often compared to?
Riverwood KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Kids R Kids, Southside Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Riverwood KinderCare's ranking?
Riverwood KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Riverwood KinderCare?
The application deadline for Riverwood KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Riverwood KinderCare vs. Kids R Kids, Riverwood KinderCare vs. Southside Christian School
The nearest high school and elementary school to Riverwood KinderCare is Academy Of Hope (2.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Southside Christian School (3.9 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Academy Of Hope
All-girls (Christian)
408 Covered Bridge Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8181
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8181
2.5 miles
Gr: 7-11 | 6 students Avg. class size: 350 students
120 Discipleship Drive
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 585-6742
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 585-6742
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 472 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kids R Kids ![Kids R Kids Photo]( "Kids R Kids Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
307 Tew Ct
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8864
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8864
4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 153 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
KinderCare at Wendell Falls
Daycare / Preschool
2220 Wendell Falls Parkway
Wendell, NC 27591
(833) 905-3276
Wendell, NC 27591
(833) 905-3276
6.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Lifespring Academy
(Christian)
4967 Us 70 Bus Hwy W
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 359-9959
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 359-9959
7.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 146 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Academy Of Hope
All-girls (Christian)
408 Covered Bridge Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8181
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8181
2.5 miles
Gr: 7-11 | 6 students Avg. class size: 350 students
120 Discipleship Drive
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 585-6742
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 585-6742
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 472 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lifespring Academy
(Christian)
4967 Us 70 Bus Hwy W
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 359-9959
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 359-9959
7.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 146 students
Star Christian Academy
(Christian)
4423 Wilsons Mills Rd
Smithfield, NC 27577
(252) 395-2771
Smithfield, NC 27577
(252) 395-2771
8.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 67 students
615 Mack Todd Rd
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 269-6915
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 269-6915
10.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 182 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Academy Of Hope
All-girls (Christian)
408 Covered Bridge Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8181
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8181
2.5 miles
Gr: 7-11 | 6 students Avg. class size: 350 students
120 Discipleship Drive
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 585-6742
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 585-6742
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 472 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lifespring Academy
(Christian)
4967 Us 70 Bus Hwy W
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 359-9959
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 359-9959
7.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 146 students
Sure Promise Christian Academy
(Christian)
4301 Pearl Rd
Raleigh, NC 27610
(919) 662-1664
Raleigh, NC 27610
(919) 662-1664
7.8 miles
Gr: K-1 | 8 students
525 Carolinian Avenue
Knightdale, NC 27545
(919) 295-5954
Knightdale, NC 27545
(919) 295-5954
7.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 447 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
120 Discipleship Drive
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 585-6742
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 585-6742
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 472 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kids R Kids ![Kids R Kids Photo]( "Kids R Kids Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
307 Tew Ct
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8864
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8864
4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 153 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
KinderCare at Wendell Falls
Daycare / Preschool
2220 Wendell Falls Parkway
Wendell, NC 27591
(833) 905-3276
Wendell, NC 27591
(833) 905-3276
6.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK
525 Carolinian Avenue
Knightdale, NC 27545
(919) 295-5954
Knightdale, NC 27545
(919) 295-5954
7.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 447 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Knightdale KinderCare ![Knightdale KinderCare Photo - Lobby]( "Knightdale KinderCare Photo - Lobby")
Daycare / Preschool
200 Forest Dr.
Knightdale, NC 27545
(919) 266-4166
Knightdale, NC 27545
(919) 266-4166
8.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Harnett Central Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2529 Harnett Central Rd
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-6000
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-6000
8948.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,059 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Harnett Central High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2911 Harnett Central Rd
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-6161
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-6161
8948.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,522 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Buies Creek Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
340 Main Street
Buies Creek, NC 27506
(910) 893-3505
Buies Creek, NC 27506
(910) 893-3505
8948.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 267 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
282 N Harnett School Rd
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-4480
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-4480
8948.7 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 329 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Coats Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
585 Brick Mill Road
Coats, NC 27521
(910) 897-8353
Coats, NC 27521
(910) 897-8353
8949.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 633 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
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