The teachers and staff here at Manalapan KinderCare are committed and passionate about your child's education and providing a safe, nurturing environment that cultivates self-esteem.
We strive to make our services and communication with you exceptional.
Our teachers are eager to understand your needs and to serve your child as a unique member of our KinderCare family! We are a group of dedicated professionals that work as a team to ensure customer satisfaction everyday.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1984
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Welcome to the KinderCare of Manalapan. Choosing the right learning environment for your child will be one of the most important decisions you will ever have to make. We have been providing high quality early childhood education in the community for over 25 years, and are part of the nation's leading childcare provider! We are committed to providing the best care around for your child, because at KinderCare, everything is designed for learning and growing. Whether your child is striving to take their first steps or preparing for first grade, we are here to help them reach new milestones each and every day. When entering our center, you will feel a warm and loving environment that is enriched with education. Our commitment to the care and education of children is paramount to all our faculty. We are very proud of our center and look forward to having you visit and seeing for yourself how our children learn, develop, and always leave with a smile!
- We pride ourselves on the Health and Safety features that our program offers for all of our children and families. From our daily sign in and attendance procedures, to our single keypad access, we maintain a rigorous standard for safety. We strictly follow established procedures for your child's arrival and departure. We have four fully fenced-in play yards. Prior to the first day of employment, all of our staff have their fingerprints and background checks completed. Additionally, all staff are First Aid and CPR certified. We conduct monthly fire and disaster drills to make sure our children and staff know what to do in case of a real emergency. Our goal is to ensure a safe and happy learning environment for your child.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Spanish
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- Child Care Resources (CCI), Catholic Charities -flexible (call center if in doubt)
- 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), Private Kindergarten Programs (5–6 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 KinderCare at Manalapan?
The application deadline for KinderCare at Manalapan is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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