Riverwood KinderCare in Clayton, NC offers a nonsectarian early childhood program serving preschool students.
Established in 1969, the school provides co鈥揺d early learning services in a suburban community.
The center's enrollment focuses exclusively on the pre鈥搆indergarten level, aligning with local demand for early childhood education.
Riverwood KinderCare operates with a student鈥搕eacher ratio consistent with early childhood program standards in the Clayton area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NC School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Riverwood KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Riverwood KinderCare often compared to?
Riverwood KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Kids R Kids, Southside Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Riverwood KinderCare's ranking?
Riverwood KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Riverwood KinderCare?
The application deadline for Riverwood KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Riverwood KinderCare vs. Kids R Kids, Riverwood KinderCare vs. Southside Christian School
The nearest high school and elementary school to Riverwood KinderCare is Academy Of Hope (2.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Southside Christian School (3.9 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Academy Of Hope
All-girls (Christian)
408 Covered Bridge Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8181
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8181
2.5 miles
Gr: 7-11 | 6 students Avg. class size: 350 students
120 Discipleship Drive
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 585-6742
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 585-6742
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 472 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kids R Kids ![Kids R Kids Photo]( "Kids R Kids Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
307 Tew Ct
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8864
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8864
4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 153 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
KinderCare at Wendell Falls
Daycare / Preschool
2220 Wendell Falls Parkway
Wendell, NC 27591
(833) 905-3276
Wendell, NC 27591
(833) 905-3276
6.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Lifespring Academy
(Christian)
4967 Us 70 Bus Hwy W
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 359-9959
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 359-9959
7.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 146 students
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