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Whitcomb KinderCare

1034 North Whitcomb Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46224

Tel: (317) 247-1195

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Whitcomb KinderCare Photo #1 - Our Juniour Kindergartners stepped back into time during our Dinosaur unit! Here, a child enjoys writing her name in stones in our prehistoric writing center!

Whitcomb KinderCare Photo #2 - Whitcomb KinderCare

Whitcomb KinderCare Photo #3 - Our Preschool students loved learning fun facts about our state while preparing materials to send to our 2-D Trudy friends in Arizona!

Whitcomb KinderCare Photo #4 - Children in our Junior Kindergarten room became construction workers during our Ocupations theme.

Whitcomb KinderCare Photo #5 - Dramatic Play centers help children in our toddler room explore their imaginations while developing language skills.

Whitcomb KinderCare Photo #6 - Ms. Rosa helps our toddlers explore their senses as they feel and smell the goop they made!

Whitcomb KinderCare Photo #7 - We have sensory tubs in every classroom. Sensory tubs help children tap into their senses of wonder and exploration!

Whitcomb KinderCare Photo #8 - Our Discovery Preschool classroom helps children develop their fine motorskills.

Whitcomb KinderCare Photo #9 - Our School Age program offers children plenty of opportunities to express themselves!

Whitcomb KinderCare Photo #10 - Ms. Amy teaches an amazing Art Adventures class through our Learning Adventures program! Each month, children explore a new artist!

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About the School

The staff at our Whitcomb Avenue KinderCare is dedicated to providing the best quality of care and education to each individual child.
We have a combined experiences of 125 years in the early childhood field! Our staff participates in a biannual Professional Development day to remain current on the best practices in education to offer your children.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Whitcomb KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Year Founded

1976

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

15 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

60%

State avg.: 26%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Truth and Honor

Welcome to the Whitcomb KinderCare, providing quality preschool to Speedway and the surrounding area!
To ensure the safety of our children, we have several efficient security precautions in place, such as: keypad entry, fenced playground, and 100% of our staff are CPR and First Aid certified. We maintain our center's safety through daily health and safety checks, and monthly drills.
Hours Of Operation: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
Languages Spoken: Spanish
Accreditations: NAEYC
Enrollment: Min Age - 1 YEAR-OLDS, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
Title 20, CCDF (Can call 317-951-8476 for CCDF subsidy - fastest way is to contact TANF or Food stamps caseworker if they already have one and get a referral. Can also write to 5610 Crawfordsville Rd. Ste. 17; Indianapolis, IN 46224)
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)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Whitcomb KinderCare?

The application deadline for Whitcomb KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Whitcomb KinderCare located?

Whitcomb KinderCare is located in the Wayne neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.

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