Introducing our incredible KinderCare staff! The children benefit each day from our friendly and engaging staff.
Our teachers are passionate about educating and caring for children.
This team is truly dedicated to building a positive educational environment for children.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1985
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
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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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
508 S Plumosa St
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 459-3466
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 459-3466
0.9 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 94 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
140 Magnolia Ave
Merritt Island, FL 32952
(321) 453-2710
Merritt Island, FL 32952
(321) 453-2710
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 406 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 27 Tuition listed
2 Church Street
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 639-5771
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 639-5771
2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 100 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Christian Heritage Academy
(Christian)
817 Dixon Blvd Ste 10a
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 454-2445
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 454-2445
2.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 144 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Creative Learning ![Creative Learning Photo]( "Creative Learning Photo")
Special Education School
823 N Cocoa Blvd
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 633-5511
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 633-5511
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
508 S Plumosa St
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 459-3466
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 459-3466
0.9 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 94 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
140 Magnolia Ave
Merritt Island, FL 32952
(321) 453-2710
Merritt Island, FL 32952
(321) 453-2710
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 406 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 27 Tuition listed
Christian Heritage Academy
(Christian)
817 Dixon Blvd Ste 10a
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 454-2445
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 454-2445
2.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 144 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Creative Learning ![Creative Learning Photo]( "Creative Learning Photo")
Special Education School
823 N Cocoa Blvd
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 633-5511
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 633-5511
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students Tuition listed
Hatcher Academy
(Christian)
217 Dixie Ln
Rockledge, FL 32955
(321) 220-8423
Rockledge, FL 32955
(321) 220-8423
2.4 miles
Gr: NS-11 | 17 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
508 S Plumosa St
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 459-3466
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 459-3466
0.9 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 94 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
140 Magnolia Ave
Merritt Island, FL 32952
(321) 453-2710
Merritt Island, FL 32952
(321) 453-2710
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 406 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 27 Tuition listed
2 Church Street
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 639-5771
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 639-5771
2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 100 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Christian Heritage Academy
(Christian)
817 Dixon Blvd Ste 10a
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 454-2445
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 454-2445
2.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 144 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Creative Learning ![Creative Learning Photo]( "Creative Learning Photo")
Special Education School
823 N Cocoa Blvd
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 633-5511
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 633-5511
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
140 Magnolia Ave
Merritt Island, FL 32952
(321) 453-2710
Merritt Island, FL 32952
(321) 453-2710
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 406 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 27 Tuition listed
2 Church Street
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 639-5771
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 639-5771
2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 100 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Creative Learning ![Creative Learning Photo]( "Creative Learning Photo")
Special Education School
823 N Cocoa Blvd
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 633-5511
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 633-5511
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students Tuition listed
Hatcher Academy
(Christian)
217 Dixie Ln
Rockledge, FL 32955
(321) 220-8423
Rockledge, FL 32955
(321) 220-8423
2.4 miles
Gr: NS-11 | 17 students
St. Mary Catholic School
(Catholic)
1152 Seminole Dr
Rockledge, FL 32955
(321) 636-4208
Rockledge, FL 32955
(321) 636-4208
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 281 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
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3355 Imagine Way
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 768-6200
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 768-6200
8359.1 miles
Gr: K-7 | 665 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Charter School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1281 S Wickham Rd
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 729-0786
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 729-0786
8359.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 137 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
(Math: 86% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
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%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2601 Fountainhead Blvd
Melbourne, FL 32935
(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%
Charter School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
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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