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)
South Seattle KinderCare
About the School
- Come meet our amazing staff! Each one of our teachers contributes to your child's educational experience in a unique way.
- We are dedicated and enthusiastic about teaching your children and becoming a positive influence in their lives.
- Our knowledge, amazing curriculum, and passion will help your child reach their greatest potential.
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
1998
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome to Southtown KinderCare! We aspire to make your family a part of our KinderCare home. Our mission each day is to provide a loving and nurturing environment that will allow your child to grow socially, emotionally and cognitively.
- The health and safety of our children is paramount. The entrance to
our school is protected by a keypad. We have a Health and Safety
Coordinator that is dedicated to keeping our school safe and clean.
Each member of our staff is certified in Infant, Child and Adult
CPR and First Aid. Please know that your child is in great
hands!
January Health and Safety Awareness- Be safe get for Flu shot now
- National Mentoring Month
- National Blood Donor Month
- Birth Defects Prevention Month
- Hours Of Operation: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: Spanish
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- DSHS
- 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
When is the application deadline for South Seattle KinderCare?
The application deadline for South Seattle KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to South Seattle KinderCare is Kennedy Catholic High School (1.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Glendale Lutheran School (1.8 miles away)
Show me:
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)
13455 2nd Avenue Sw
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 244-6085
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 905 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 42
Catholic
140 S 140th St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 246-0500
Distance: 2.1 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 20 students
Brethren
9205 3rd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 214-1011
Distance: 2.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 220 students
Catholic
1028 Sw 128th St
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 244-4934
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 115 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 1
Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
10001 57th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 688-2100
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 905 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 42
Catholic
140 S 140th St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 246-0500
Distance: 2.1 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 20 students
Brethren
9205 3rd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 214-1011
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 115 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 1
Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
10001 57th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 688-2100
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 48 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Special Education School
14601 Interurban Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 588-0860
Distance: 3.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students
All-girls (Jewish)
5145 S Morgan Street Seattle
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 402-6621
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)
13455 2nd Avenue Sw
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 244-6085
Distance: 2.1 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 20 students
Brethren
9205 3rd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 214-1011
Distance: 2.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 220 students
Catholic
1028 Sw 128th St
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 244-4934
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 203 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Montessori School
11215 15th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0427
Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 167 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
9615 20th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 767-6640
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)
13455 2nd Avenue Sw
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 244-6085
Distance: 2.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 220 students
Catholic
1028 Sw 128th St
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 244-4934
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 203 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Montessori School
11215 15th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0427
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 9 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
Catholic
10001 57th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 725-0780
Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 167 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
9615 20th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 767-6640
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Reading: 20-24%)
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11249 14th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-5000
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-5000
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-5
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12250 24th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-4000
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-4000
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 519 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1201 S 104th St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-3400
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-3400
1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 411 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10211 12th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 494-5979
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 494-5979
1 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 359 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
(Math: 27% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10015 6th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 631-5200
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 631-5200
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
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