Waunakee KinderCare is a nonsectarian early childhood program located in Waunakee, WI, serving preschool–aged children.
The school's enrollment size supports a focused early learning environment within a suburban community setting.
Waunakee KinderCare is part of the local education landscape alongside other Waunakee area schools offering PK and elementary education.
The program emphasizes early childhood care and development with no religious affiliation.
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 Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Building Confidence for Life
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate
- Jane Smith, Author
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Waunakee KinderCare often compared to?
Waunakee KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Madison Country Day School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Waunakee KinderCare?
Waunakee KinderCare famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate and Jane Smith, Author.
When is the application deadline for Waunakee KinderCare?
The application deadline for Waunakee KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Waunakee KinderCare vs. Madison Country Day School
The nearest high school and preschool to Waunakee KinderCare is Madison Country Day School (3.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. John The Baptist Catholic School (1.2 miles away)
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Miles
Quick Facts
114 E 3rd St
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-5325
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-5325
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 167 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
5606 River Road
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-6000
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-6000
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 391 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Countryside Montessori Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
721 Northport Drive
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 244-5437
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 244-5437
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 58 students Tuition listed
Peace Thru Christ Lutheran School
(Other Lutheran)
3232 W Point Rd
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 233-2244
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 233-2244
4.4 miles
Gr: 1-4 | 3 students Tuition listed
Westside Christian School ![Westside Christian School Photo]( "Westside Christian School Photo")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
6815 Schneider Rd
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 620-7107
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 620-7107
4.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
5606 River Road
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-6000
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-6000
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 391 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Isthmus Montessori Academy
Montessori School
1402 Pankratz St Ste 300
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 661-8200
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 661-8200
6.5 miles
Gr: K-9 | 46 students Tuition listed
St. Ambrose Academy ![St. Ambrose Academy Photo - Small number of students per classroom.]( "St. Ambrose Academy Photo - Small number of students per classroom.")
(Catholic)
602 Everglade Drive
Madison, WI 53717
(608) 827-5863
Madison, WI 53717
(608) 827-5863
7.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 113 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Horizon High School
Alternative School
5003 University Avenue
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 442-0935
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 442-0935
7.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
114 E 3rd St
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-5325
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-5325
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 167 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
5606 River Road
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-6000
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-6000
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 391 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Peace Thru Christ Lutheran School
(Other Lutheran)
3232 W Point Rd
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 233-2244
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 233-2244
4.4 miles
Gr: 1-4 | 3 students Tuition listed
Westside Christian School ![Westside Christian School Photo]( "Westside Christian School Photo")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
6815 Schneider Rd
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 620-7107
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 620-7107
4.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Peter Catholic School ![St. Peter Catholic School Photo - Fifth Grade students learn about Project Based Learning through their Fifth Grade Genius Service Project.]( "St. Peter Catholic School Photo - Fifth Grade students learn about Project Based Learning through their Fifth Grade Genius Service Project.")
(Catholic)
7129 County Road K
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 831-4846
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 831-4846
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 80 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
5606 River Road
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-6000
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-6000
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 391 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Countryside Montessori Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
721 Northport Drive
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 244-5437
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 244-5437
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 58 students Tuition listed
Westside Christian School ![Westside Christian School Photo]( "Westside Christian School Photo")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
6815 Schneider Rd
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 620-7107
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 620-7107
4.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Peter Catholic School ![St. Peter Catholic School Photo - Fifth Grade students learn about Project Based Learning through their Fifth Grade Genius Service Project.]( "St. Peter Catholic School Photo - Fifth Grade students learn about Project Based Learning through their Fifth Grade Genius Service Project.")
(Catholic)
7129 County Road K
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 831-4846
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 831-4846
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 80 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Blessed Trinity Catholic School
(Catholic)
109 S Military Rd
Dane, WI 53529
(608) 592-5711
Dane, WI 53529
(608) 592-5711
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 67 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Wisconsin Heights High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10173 Us Highway 14
Mazomanie, WI 53560
(608) 767-2586
Mazomanie, WI 53560
(608) 767-2586
9212.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 238 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Wisconsin Heights Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10173 Us Highway 14
Mazomanie, WI 53560
(608) 767-2586
Mazomanie, WI 53560
(608) 767-2586
9212.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 153 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Wisconsin Heights Elementary School
(Math: 65-69%)
10173 Us Hwy 14
Mazomanie, WI 53560
(608) 767-2251
Mazomanie, WI 53560
(608) 767-2251
9213.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
300 Spellman St
Mount Horeb, WI 53572
(608) 437-2400
Mount Horeb, WI 53572
(608) 437-2400
9213.6 miles
Gr: PK | 113 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
300 Spellman St
Mount Horeb, WI 53572
(608) 437-7606
Mount Horeb, WI 53572
(608) 437-7606
9213.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 160 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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