Bearsdale KinderCare in Indianapolis, IN, offers early childhood education exclusively for pre–kindergarten students in a nonsectarian, urban neighborhood setting.
Founded in 1969, the center serves families in the Lawrence Fort Ben Oaklandon area with co–ed early learning and day care programs.
The school provides programs for pre–kindergarten in a city community, contributing to Indianapolis's range of private early childhood options.
Bearsdale KinderCare is part of a local education network that includes nearby early childhood and K–12 private schools with student–teacher ratios ranging from 6:1 to 23:1.
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
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1969
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Building Confidence for Life
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Bearsdale KinderCare?
The application deadline for Bearsdale KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bearsdale KinderCare located?
Bearsdale KinderCare is located in the Lawrence Fort Ben Oaklandon neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other private schools located in Lawrence Fort Ben Oaklandon.
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