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)
Merritt Island KinderCare
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
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome to Merritt Island KinderCare where everything is designed for learning! We are proud to say that our center has received the National Association of Child Care Accreditation. Here at the Merritt Island KinderCare we strive to be the leader in early Childhood Education. Call to schedule a tour or just stop by! Comeexperience our school, meet our wonderful teachers and experience all we have to offer. We look forward to having you join our KinderCare Family.
- Merritt Island KinderCare believes that safety comes first. We have a coded entry system on our front door. Only enrolled families and teachers know the entry code. All of our perimeter doors and fenced playgrounds are locked to ensure that no unauthorized entry. We conduct regular fire and safety drills. All of our team members also have their CPR and First Aid Certifications, which are renewed regularly.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: American_sign_langugage, Spanish
- Accreditations: NAC
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- Early Coalition, NACCRRA (Military)
- 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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Merritt Island KinderCare often compared to?
Merritt Island KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Barna KinderCare by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Merritt Island KinderCare?
The application deadline for Merritt Island KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Merritt Island KinderCare located?
Merritt Island KinderCare is located in the Catalina Isle Estates neighborhood of Merritt Island, FL.
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: Merritt Island KinderCare vs. Barna KinderCare
The nearest high school and elementary school to Merritt Island KinderCare is Brevard ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Academy (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Merritt Island Christian School (1.2 miles away)
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Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 94 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 2
508 S Plumosa St
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 459-3466
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 406 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 27
Baptist
140 Magnolia Ave
Merritt Island, FL 32952
(321) 453-2710
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 13
Episcopal
2 Church Street
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 639-5771
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: K-12 | 144 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 13
Christian
817 Dixon Blvd Ste 10a
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 454-2445
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students
Special Education School
823 N Cocoa Blvd
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 633-5511
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 94 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 2
508 S Plumosa St
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 459-3466
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 406 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 27
Baptist
140 Magnolia Ave
Merritt Island, FL 32952
(321) 453-2710
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: K-12 | 144 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 13
Christian
817 Dixon Blvd Ste 10a
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 454-2445
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students
Special Education School
823 N Cocoa Blvd
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 633-5511
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: NS-11 | 17 students
Christian
217 Dixie Ln
Rockledge, FL 32955
(321) 220-8423
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 94 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 2
508 S Plumosa St
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 459-3466
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 406 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 27
Baptist
140 Magnolia Ave
Merritt Island, FL 32952
(321) 453-2710
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 13
Episcopal
2 Church Street
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 639-5771
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: K-12 | 144 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 13
Christian
817 Dixon Blvd Ste 10a
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 454-2445
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students
Special Education School
823 N Cocoa Blvd
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 633-5511
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 406 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 27
Baptist
140 Magnolia Ave
Merritt Island, FL 32952
(321) 453-2710
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 13
Episcopal
2 Church Street
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 639-5771
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students
Special Education School
823 N Cocoa Blvd
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 633-5511
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: NS-11 | 17 students
Christian
217 Dixie Ln
Rockledge, FL 32955
(321) 220-8423
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 281 students
Catholic
1152 Seminole Dr
Rockledge, FL 32955
(321) 636-4208
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(321) 768-6200
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 768-6200
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Gr: K-7 | 665 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
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Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 729-0786
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 729-0786
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Gr: K-6 | 137 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
(Math: 86% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
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8300 Stadium Pkwy
Melbourne, FL 32940
(321) 633-1000
Melbourne, FL 32940
(321) 633-1000
8359.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 885 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
(Math: 57% | Reading: 59%)
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Rank:
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2601 Fountainhead Blvd
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(321) 242-6450
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-6450
8359.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 619 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
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(Math: 68% | Reading: 69%)
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7550 Stadium Pkwy
Melbourne, FL 32940
(321) 307-7230
Melbourne, FL 32940
(321) 307-7230
8359.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 649 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
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