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)
West Main KinderCare
About the School
- The teachers and staff at Kalamazoo KinderCare are passionate about the children and the families.
- In our center you will find many long term teachers.
- The majority of our teachers have their Childhood Development Associate's while others hold degrees in related fields.
- Our company supports our desire to grow as educators, providing us with biannual opportunities to grow as educators.
- At KinderCare, we all share the same passion-providing a nurturing environment.
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
1987
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome to West Main KinderCare located in Kalamazoo, MI. near Western Michigan University. We believe there is nothing more important then developing the whole child and creating a world of learners.
- Our center offers a secured entrance with a keypad entry system, fenced playgrounds, and of our staff members are trained with CPR and First Aid certifications.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
- Languages Spoken: American_sign_langugage, Arabic
- Accreditations: NAEYC
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- State assistance, NACCRA, DHS Drop in and Part time available for all ages and would be 5 hours or less
- 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 West Main KinderCare?
The application deadline for West Main KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is West Main KinderCare located?
West Main KinderCare is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 2 other private schools located in Westwood.
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and preschool to West Main KinderCare is Reformed Heritage Christian School (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy (0.9 miles away)
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Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: K-8 | 35 students
Seventh Day Adventist
1601 Nichols Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 342-8943
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 55 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 3
Calvinist
700 Fletcher Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 383-0505
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 274 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 12
Calvinist
2121 Stadium Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2250
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
6312 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Alternative School
1401 Cherry St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 55 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 3
Calvinist
700 Fletcher Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 383-0505
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 274 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 12
Calvinist
2121 Stadium Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2250
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
6312 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
Distance: 3.7 mi
Gr: 7-9 | 231 students
Calvinist
3333 S Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 343-3645
Distance: 4.1 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 215 students
Catholic
1000 W Kilgore Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2646
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: K-8 | 35 students
Seventh Day Adventist
1601 Nichols Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 342-8943
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 55 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 3
Calvinist
700 Fletcher Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 383-0505
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
6312 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Alternative School
1401 Cherry St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 127 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Montessori School
750 Howard St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 349-3248
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 55 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 3
Calvinist
700 Fletcher Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 383-0505
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
6312 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Alternative School
1401 Cherry St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 37 students
Daycare / Preschool
5527 Parkview Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-K | 69 students
Montessori School
710 Howard St. Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 349-3248
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Quick Facts
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
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409 N Phelps St
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6950
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6950
9305 miles
Gr: K-5 | 356 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
110 Cedar St
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
9305 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 399 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
54080 Gards Prairie Rd
Marcellus, MI 49067
(269) 782-9716
Marcellus, MI 49067
(269) 782-9716
9305.6 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 40 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
307 E Willow St
Bloomingdale, MI 49026
(269) 521-3935
Bloomingdale, MI 49026
(269) 521-3935
9307.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 272 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
(Math: 11% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
629 E Kalamazoo St
Bloomingdale, MI 49026
(269) 521-3910
Bloomingdale, MI 49026
(269) 521-3910
9307.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 516 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
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