Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Merced KinderCare
About the School
- Our staff truly enjoys caring for children and all have the heart and dedication to making sure your child gets nothing but the best while in our care.
- Each day brings new fun activities and learning at our school and we enjoy the opportunity to be a part of your family's day.
- We love to watch the children grow and learn and so appreciate sharing that with all of our families.
- We strive for excellence in all that we do here and look forward to having your child in one of our classrooms.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Welcome to Merced KinderCare'娄Where every day is a learning adventure! We are very excited about meeting your family and extending ours! We know this is one of the most important decisions that you will ever make. Allow us to help you make the best decision for your child. Our goal to give your child every child opportunity to grow in every way in a safe and fun environment. Our teachers bring a passion of teaching and caring to your child everyday! No matter how old or how young your child is they will grow and develop in ways in you never imagined! At KinderCare our families always come first!
- Safety comes first! We have a keypad entry, which only staff and enrolled families receive, all of our playgrounds are fenced, all staff members are CPR and First Aid certified. We also have monthly safety meetings with our staff regarding different issues, such as earthquakes, illness and how to keep healthy!
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Spanish
- Pomona and Options, DCFS, CalWorks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Merced KinderCare?
The application deadline for Merced KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Merced KinderCare located?
Merced KinderCare is located in the Walnut Valley neighborhood of West Covina, CA. There are 5 other private schools located in Walnut Valley.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Merced KinderCare is Bishop Amat Memorial High School (1.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. St.ephen Academy (0.6 miles away)
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Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 87 students
Baptist
1718 Walnut Ave
La Puente, CA 91744
(626) 918-0796
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 102 students
Montessori School
1030 E Merced Ave
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 917-0767
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: K-8 | 184 students
Catholic
900 W Christopher St
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 960-3079
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 1,015 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
14301 Fairgrove Ave
La Puente, CA 91746
(626) 962-2495
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students
Alternative School
1501 Del Norte St
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 472-5107
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 1,015 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
14301 Fairgrove Ave
La Puente, CA 91746
(626) 962-2495
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students
Alternative School
1501 Del Norte St
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 472-5107
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 408 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 15
Christian
1600 E Francisquito Avenue
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 919-2000
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: K-12 | 47 students
Alternative School (Christian)
541 S Aldenville Ave
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 967-1827
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 87 students
Baptist
1718 Walnut Ave
La Puente, CA 91744
(626) 918-0796
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: K-8 | 184 students
Catholic
900 W Christopher St
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 960-3079
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 408 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 15
Christian
1600 E Francisquito Avenue
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 919-2000
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 228 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
15650 Temple Ave
La Puente, CA 91744
(626) 336-2821
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: K-8 | 191 students
Catholic
15650 E Temple Ave
La Puente, CA 91744
(626) 336-2821
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 87 students
Baptist
1718 Walnut Ave
La Puente, CA 91744
(626) 918-0796
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 102 students
Montessori School
1030 E Merced Ave
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 917-0767
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 408 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 15
Christian
1600 E Francisquito Avenue
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 919-2000
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-K | 85 students
Montessori School
846 N Orange Ave
La Puente, CA 91744
(626) 917-3638
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 228 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
15650 Temple Ave
La Puente, CA 91744
(626) 336-2821
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1010 West Vine Ave.
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 939-4870
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 939-4870
0.3 miles
Gr: K-2 | 224 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
(Math: 27% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1125 Bainbridge
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-4800
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-4800
0.4 miles
Gr: 3-6 | 220 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
614 East Vine
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 919-7018
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 919-7018
0.4 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 259 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 33% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1616 Griffith Ave.
La Puente, CA 91744
(626) 933-3700
La Puente, CA 91744
(626) 933-3700
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 519 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1624 West Durness
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-0600
West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-0600
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 712 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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