Spring Forest Road KinderCare is a nonsectarian early childhood program located in North Raleigh, NC, offering care for preschool–aged children.
Founded in 1969, the school has a long–standing presence in the Raleigh community.
The co–ed program focuses exclusively on early childhood education through preschool (PK) levels.
As part of the Raleigh early learning network, Spring Forest Road KinderCare serves families seeking nonsectarian preschool options in a suburban setting.
Nearby private schools in Raleigh offer a range of grade spans and student–teacher ratios, positioning Spring Forest Road KinderCare within a diverse early childhood education landscape.
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
Spring Forest Road 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 is Spring Forest Road KinderCare's ranking?
Spring Forest Road KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Spring Forest Road KinderCare?
The application deadline for Spring Forest Road KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Spring Forest Road KinderCare located?
Spring Forest Road KinderCare is located in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 16 other private schools located in North Raleigh.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Spring Forest Road KinderCare is The Fletcher Academy (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is KéKAY Method Preschool Alternative (0.9 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Fletcher Academy ![The Fletcher Academy Photo - TFA students interact with a guest speaker.]( "The Fletcher Academy Photo - TFA students interact with a guest speaker.")
Special Education School
400 Cedarview Court
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 782-5082
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 782-5082
0.3 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 160 students Avg. class size: 5 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
St. Raphael Catholic School
(Catholic)
5815 Falls of the Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 865-5750
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 865-5750
0.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 399 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
KéKAY Method Preschool Alternative ![KéKAY Method Preschool Alternative Photo - Holistic Move&Learn Preschool Alternative - Our students are fun-loving, well-rounded, and emotionally intelligent.]( "KéKAY Method Preschool Alternative Photo - Holistic Move&Learn Preschool Alternative - Our students are fun-loving, well-rounded, and emotionally intelligent.")
Alternative School
6520 Falls of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(984) 255-8486
Raleigh, NC 27615
(984) 255-8486
0.9 miles
Gr: NS | 29 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Millbrook KinderCare ![Millbrook KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom]( "Millbrook KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom")
Daycare / Preschool
223 West Millbrook Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 781-4642
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 781-4642
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
Friendship Christian School
(Friends)
5510 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 872-2133
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 872-2133
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Fletcher Academy ![The Fletcher Academy Photo - TFA students interact with a guest speaker.]( "The Fletcher Academy Photo - TFA students interact with a guest speaker.")
Special Education School
400 Cedarview Court
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 782-5082
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 782-5082
0.3 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 160 students Avg. class size: 5 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Friendship Christian School
(Friends)
5510 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 872-2133
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 872-2133
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students Tuition listed
7409 Falls Of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,256 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Neuse Christian Academy ![Neuse Christian Academy Photo - High School Chorus]( "Neuse Christian Academy Photo - High School Chorus")
(Baptist)
7600 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 844-6496
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 844-6496
1.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 360 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
7005 Lead Mine Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 848-1545
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 848-1545
2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 439 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Fletcher Academy ![The Fletcher Academy Photo - TFA students interact with a guest speaker.]( "The Fletcher Academy Photo - TFA students interact with a guest speaker.")
Special Education School
400 Cedarview Court
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 782-5082
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 782-5082
0.3 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 160 students Avg. class size: 5 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
St. Raphael Catholic School
(Catholic)
5815 Falls of the Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 865-5750
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 865-5750
0.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 399 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Friendship Christian School
(Friends)
5510 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 872-2133
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 872-2133
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students Tuition listed
7409 Falls Of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,256 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4523 Six Forks Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 787-3011
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 787-3011
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 590 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
KéKAY Method Preschool Alternative ![KéKAY Method Preschool Alternative Photo - Holistic Move&Learn Preschool Alternative - Our students are fun-loving, well-rounded, and emotionally intelligent.]( "KéKAY Method Preschool Alternative Photo - Holistic Move&Learn Preschool Alternative - Our students are fun-loving, well-rounded, and emotionally intelligent.")
Alternative School
6520 Falls of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(984) 255-8486
Raleigh, NC 27615
(984) 255-8486
0.9 miles
Gr: NS | 29 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Millbrook KinderCare ![Millbrook KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom]( "Millbrook KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom")
Daycare / Preschool
223 West Millbrook Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 781-4642
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 781-4642
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
Friendship Christian School
(Friends)
5510 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 872-2133
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 872-2133
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students Tuition listed
Millbrook Baptist Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1519 Millbrook Rd
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 876-4030
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 876-4030
1.4 miles
Gr: K | 51 students
7409 Falls Of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,256 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Math And Science Academy Of Apex
Charter School
3501 Dropseed Dr.
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 335-0262
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 335-0262
8963 miles
Gr: K-7 | 1,080 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
7901 Humie Olive Road
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-8454
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-8454
8963.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 896 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Apex Friendship High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7801 Humie Olive Rd
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-0500
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-0500
8963.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,748 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Apex Friendship Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7701 Humie Olive Rd
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-8960
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-8960
8963.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,412 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Buckhorn Creek Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5651 Honeycutt Rd
Holly Springs, NC 27540
(919) 694-8970
Holly Springs, NC 27540
(919) 694-8970
8963.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 905 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
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