KinderCare Awards $100,000 in Scholarships to Former Students Pursuing Two- or Four-year College, University or Vocational Program

20 former students receive scholarships to support college and future careers

Key takeaways:

• KinderCare Learning Companies’ Kids Scholarship program is awarding $100,000 in scholarships to 20 former students of KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions and The Crème School for the 2026–27 school year.
• The KinderCare Kids Scholarship reflects the lasting impact of high-quality early childhood education, helping alumni build on the confidence, skills and love of learning developed during their formative years.
• Now in its seventh year, the KinderCare Kids Scholarship program has awarded more than $700,000 to help alumni continue their educational journeys.
• The scholarship program underscores KinderCare's belief that early learning creates a strong foundation for lifelong learning, achievement and opportunity.

LAKE OSWEGO, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (NYSE: KLC) (“KinderCare”), a leading provider of high-quality early childhood education and care, today announced the recipients of its 2026–27 KinderCare Learning Companies’ Kids Scholarship. KinderCare is awarding 20 former students with $5,000 scholarships to support their education at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational program.

The KinderCare Kids Scholarship honors alumni of KinderCare’s programs, including KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions and The Crème School, who have demonstrated academic achievement, leadership and a commitment to serving their communities. Since its launch in 2019, KinderCare has awarded more than $700,000 in scholarships, helping former students continue building the confidence and skills they need to thrive.

This year's scholarship recipients are pursuing higher education across 14 states. From Oregon and California to North Carolina, Texas and Florida, these students are pursuing studies in education, social work, engineering, law, dentistry and other in-demand fields.

"Learning doesn't stop when children leave our classrooms," said Tom Wyatt, chief executive officer of KinderCare Learning Companies. "Our KinderCare Kids Scholarship reflects our commitment to supporting children and families beyond their early years. These remarkable alumni represent the lasting impact of high-quality early childhood education, and we're proud to invest in their futures.”

About KinderCare Learning Companies™

KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (NYSE: KLC) is a leading private provider of early childhood and school-age education and care. KinderCare builds confidence for life in children and families from all backgrounds. KinderCare supports hardworking families in 42 states and the District of Columbia with differentiated flexible child care solutions through its portfolio of brands and services:

• KinderCare^® Learning Centers: early learning programs for children six weeks to 12 years old;
• The Crème School^®: a premium early education experience using a variety of enrichment classrooms;
• Champions^®: before- and after-school programs in local schools, and
• Customized child care benefits in partnership with employers, including child care on or near the site where their parents work, as well as tuition benefits and backup care across all our programs.

Headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon, KinderCare operates more than 2,700 early learning centers and sites.