Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Downingtown KinderCare
About the School
- KinderCare of Downingtown is home to a wonderful group of diverse and devoted teachers.
- Our staff members' combined experience is over 325 years! Our teachers are committed to continuous quality improvement and ongoing education.
- Singing, dancing, reading stories, jumping, and laughing are just a few of their favorite activities.
- One of the best attributes of our center is the passionate and dedicated staff.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Downingtown KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
78%
State avg.: 27%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome to KinderCare of Downingtown, where children come first! Here every child is treated as an individual and every moment is an opportunity for fun, learning, and building relationships. We consider ourselves one big family and enjoy sharing family traditions and celebrations.
- Safety is a top priority for our school. All teachers are CPR and First Aid certified, the building is protected with keypad entry, all playgrounds are fenced, and the building is regularly inspected indoors and outdoors for potential safety hazards.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: German, Hindi, Spanish
- Accreditations: NAEYC
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- NACCRRA and CCIS/CCA/Apple
- 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), ²ÝÁñÉçÇø 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
What schools are Downingtown KinderCare often compared to?
Downingtown KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like The Goddard School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Downingtown KinderCare?
The application deadline for Downingtown KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: Downingtown KinderCare vs. The Goddard School
The nearest high school to Downingtown KinderCare is Bishop Shanahan High School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Joseph School (2.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Just Children (0.9 miles away)
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Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: PK-K | 40 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Daycare / Preschool
989 E Lancaster Ave
Downingtown, PA 19335
(215) 942-4100
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 876 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 39
Catholic
220 Woodbine Rd
Downingtown, PA 19335
(610) 518-1300
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: K | 8 students
Daycare / Preschool
55 S Village Ave
Exton, PA 19341
(610) 594-9511
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 11 students
Daycare / Preschool
55 South Village Ave.
Exton, PA 19341
(610) 594-9511
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-K | 33 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Daycare / Preschool
125 S Village Ave
Exton, PA 19341
(610) 363-1446
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 876 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 39
Catholic
220 Woodbine Rd
Downingtown, PA 19335
(610) 518-1300
Distance: 4.3 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 147 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 15
All-boys (Episcopal)
1001 E Lincoln Hwy
Exton, PA 19341
(610) 363-7500
Distance: 5.5 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 97 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 7
All-boys | Special Education School
160 Devereux Road
Glenmoore, PA 19343
(484) 228-4750
Distance: 6.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 147 students
Sports: 3
Christian
1237 Paoli Pike
West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 692-3700
Distance: 7.4 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 122 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Extracurriculars: 1
Special Education School
1784 Fairview Road
Glenmoore, PA 19343
(610) 469-9236
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 647 students
Catholic
340 Manor Ave
Downingtown, PA 19335
(610) 269-8999
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: 1-8
Avg. class size: 14 students
Extracurriculars: 15
Baptist
213 Little Conestoga Road
Uwchland, PA 19480
(610) 458-7177
Distance: 3.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 285 students
Catholic
721 E Lincoln Hwy
Exton, PA 19341
(610) 363-6530
Distance: 4.1 mi
Gr: 1-8 | 23 students
Mennonite
149 Meadowcreek Road
New Holland, PA 17557
(717) 445-9382
Distance: 4.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 287 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 14
1141 Kimberton Road
Chester Springs, PA 19425
(484) 326-8822
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: PK-K | 40 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Daycare / Preschool
989 E Lancaster Ave
Downingtown, PA 19335
(215) 942-4100
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: K | 8 students
Daycare / Preschool
55 S Village Ave
Exton, PA 19341
(610) 594-9511
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 11 students
Daycare / Preschool
55 South Village Ave.
Exton, PA 19341
(610) 594-9511
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-K | 33 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Daycare / Preschool
125 S Village Ave
Exton, PA 19341
(610) 363-1446
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-K | 16 students
Daycare / Preschool
130 S Village Ave
Exton, PA 19341
(610) 363-2350
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Quick Facts
(Math: 45% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
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602 Garfield Street
Oxford, PA 19363
(484) 365-6150
Oxford, PA 19363
(484) 365-6150
9309.2 miles
Gr: 5-6 | 489 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
536 Hodgson St
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-6625
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-6625
9309.2 miles
Gr: K | 181 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
(Math: 25% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 South Fifth St
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-6615
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-6615
9309.2 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 528 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
200 Wickersham Rd
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-6670
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-6670
9309.3 miles
Gr: 1-2 | 413 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
(Math: 50% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
736 Garfield St
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-6632
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-6632
9309.3 miles
Gr: 3-4 | 429 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
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