Fairgrove KinderCare in Conover, NC offers co鈥揺d early childhood education for preschool鈥揳ge children in a nonsectarian early learning program.
Founded in 1969, the school serves families seeking early childhood care in a suburban community setting.
Enrollment is focused exclusively on preschool (PK) students, aligning with early developmental stages.
As an early childhood day care, Fairgrove KinderCare provides programs without religious affiliation in the Conover area.
The school operates alongside nearby early childhood programs and elementary schools within a few miles of Conover, supporting local family needs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NC School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Fairgrove KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School History
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairgrove KinderCare's ranking?
Fairgrove KinderCare ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Fairgrove KinderCare?
The application deadline for Fairgrove KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 91黑料s
The nearest high school to Fairgrove KinderCare is Christian Family Academy (3.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Concordia Christian Day School (2.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Little Folks School East (2.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Little Folks School East
Daycare / Preschool
410 21st Street Se
Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 327-9983
Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 327-9983
2.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 62 students
Concordia Christian Day School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
215 5th Avenue SE
Conover, NC 28613
(828) 464-3011
Conover, NC 28613
(828) 464-3011
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 280 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2304 Springs Rd NE
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-2166
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-2166
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 228 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Rainbow Child Care Center of Conover Rock Barn
Daycare / Preschool
401 Rockbarn Rd
Conover, NC 28613
(828) 464-6319
Conover, NC 28613
(828) 464-6319
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
2535 21st Avenue NE
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-9492
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-9492
3.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 136 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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