Our teachers and staff are passionate about educating and nurturing children.
We strive to create the happiest and safest environment for the children to ensure our families have the most positive KinderCare experience.
At the end of the day, the true key to our teachers' success is their passion for teaching and their love of learning.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1999
Student Body
Total Students
120 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition assistance program available
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Jennifer Dutz
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Active Adventures, Cooking Adventures, KinderCare Learning Adventures - ABC Music and Me, Phonics Adventures, Reading and Math Adventures
School Notes
- Welcome to KinderCare on Mulford! We look forward to meeting you and your family. We would love to have you visit our center to meet our educated, warm, and nurturing teachers! Our safe, secure, and stimulating environment is the perfect place for children to discover their individual gifts and talents. KinderCare on Mulford is a unique learning center with diverse cultures, experienced teachers, and engaging learning experiences.
- We protect all children in our school with a secure keypad entry, and all visitors are identified at the reception desk. Our playgrounds were updated in the summer of 2012 with new safe and height regulated climbers, bike paths and a softer pour and play turf to help cushion falls while students play outdoors on our toddler and preschool/school age playgrounds. The majority of our staff have been certified in CPR and First Aid and are ready to assist children in time of need.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: American_sign_langugage, Spanish
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- CCCC, YWCA (Childcare Assistance), NACCRRA
- 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: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Rockford KinderCare?
The acceptance rate of Rockford KinderCare is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.
When is the application deadline for Rockford KinderCare?
The application deadline for Rockford KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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