East Lansing KinderCare (2026-27 Profile)

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East Lansing KinderCare

525 East Saginaw Highway East Lansing, MI 48823

Tel: (517) 351-6166

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)

East Lansing KinderCare Photo #1 - East Lansing KinderCare

East Lansing KinderCare Photo #2 - Preschool Classroom

East Lansing KinderCare Photo #3 - Prekindergarten Classroom

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About the School

Our staff comes to us with many different backgrounds.
Some of our staff members are just starting out their careers in Early Childhood Education, some teachers have been with us over 20 years.
All of our Lead teachers have a minimum of an Associate's Degree while some staff members are pursuing their Master's Degrees.
One thing all of our staff has in common is their dedication to Early Childhood Education and the commitment they are making to enrich children's lives.

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

Early Childhood / Day Care

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Year Founded

1980

School Calendar

Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Sports

School Mascot

Teddy Bear

School Notes

Thank you for your interest in our center! We are located in the home of Michigan State University, making it very convenient for students, faculty and staff. East Lansing Public Schools provide transportation to many of our nearby schools. We offer a year-round curriculum and look forward to the opportunity to meet with you personally!
Our center has a security door with a keypad requiring a code for entry. The playground is completely fenced in for added security. The staff are certified yearly in Child and Infant CPR as well as First Aid. At KinderCare we make the safety of your children the utmost importance.
Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F
Languages Spoken: Spanish
Accreditations: NAC
Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Years
DHS, Grants through MSU and LCC (women's recourse center), Childcare scholarship program
Infant Programs (6 Weeks 鈥� 1 Year), Toddler Programs (1 鈥� 2 Years), Discovery Preschool Programs (2 鈥� 3 Years), Preschool Programs (3 鈥� 4 Years), Prekindergarten Programs (4 鈥� 5 Years), Before and After School Programs (5鈥�12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are East Lansing KinderCare often compared to?

East Lansing KinderCare is often viewed alongside schools like Stepping Stones Montessori School by visitors of our site.

When is the application deadline for East Lansing KinderCare?

The application deadline for East Lansing KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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