Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Walnut Grove KinderCare
About the School
- The Walnut Grove KinderCare staff encourages you to come meet our amazing staff.
- During your visit, you will personally meet our wonderful teachers.
- We are always here to provide you with the useful and needed information to get your child started on their lifelong learning adventure.
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 Facts
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1982
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Welcome to Walnut Grove KinderCare. Our center and staff will provide your child the love and compassion they need. We also provide a fun and learning environment for your child that fosters creativity, uniqueness and independence. Our knowledgeable and tenured teachers will guide your child in the right direction. We invite you and your family to come meet us where you will be greeted with smiles from our amazing staff!
- The health and safety of your child is one of our top priorities. All of our staff members have up-to-date certification in both CPR and First Aid. We provide the highest security with a keypad entry system, fenced playgrounds, and a rigorous check in and out identification routine. Our parents have the confidence and security that their children are safe with us each day.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 WEEKS, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- NACCRRA/ SRS
- 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), Before and After School Programs (5–12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Walnut Grove KinderCare?
The application deadline for Walnut Grove KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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