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KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (NYSE: KLC) is a provider of early childhood and school-age education and care, and its news flow reflects activity across its national portfolio of brands. Company announcements highlight developments at KinderCare Learning Centers, The Crème de la Crème School, and Champions before- and after-school programs, as well as corporate updates relevant to investors and families.
News about KinderCare often covers program offerings and enrollment opportunities. Recent releases include the opening of registration for public pre-kindergarten programs at participating KinderCare Learning Centers, support for 19 state public pre-K programs, and details on free or low-cost pre-K options for four-year-olds. Other updates describe seasonal initiatives, such as free days of care during the holiday season for new families at KinderCare Learning Centers and free discovery days at The Crème School.
Brand-specific news features summer camp schedules and program details. Crème de la Crème Schools announce Creme Camp, an all-inclusive summer program for children ages 5–12 that includes field trips, meals, outdoor adventures, STEM activities, and access to premium facility features. Champions releases information on Champ Camp summer programs at hundreds of school-based locations, describing flexible schedules and activities that build on school-year learning while emphasizing fun and social interaction.
From an investor perspective, KinderCare’s news also includes financial results, outlook updates, and leadership changes. The company issues press releases on quarterly earnings, revenue trends in early childhood centers and before- and after-school sites, and updates to its financial guidance. Additional items include announcements about executive appointments, such as the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer roles, and participation in investor conferences.
For users following KLC news, this mix of operational, programmatic, and financial announcements provides insight into KinderCare’s business performance, program expansions, partnerships with public pre-K systems, employer relationships, and initiatives aimed at supporting working families. Regularly reviewing news for KLC can help investors, parents, and other stakeholders understand how the company’s offerings and strategy evolve over time.
KinderCare (KLC) announced that registration is open for participating public pre-kindergarten programs for the 2026-2027 academic year.
KinderCare supports 19 state public pre-K programs offering free or low-cost options for four-year-olds, with part-time, full-time and extended-hour choices. Teachers focus on academic and social skills to prepare children for elementary school. KinderCare also partners with federal and state agencies, the military and employers to help families access tuition subsidies and provides dedicated staff to assist with eligibility. Families can review state-specific requirements and enroll online at kindercare.com/pre-k.
Crème de la Crème Schools (KLC) opened enrollment for Crème Camp 2026, an all-inclusive summer program for children ages 5-12. Tuition covers weekly field trips, nutritious meals and snacks, outdoor adventures, STEM, art and sports, plus access to each school's premium indoor and outdoor play facilities.
Select locations will offer Crème Camp Beyond, featuring immersive outdoor activities such as hikes, nature-based crafts, excursions, and water play. More than 40 Crème Camps will operate nationwide this summer and families can sign up online.
Champions (KLC) opened enrollment on January 6, 2026 for its 2026 Champ Camp summer programs, offering camps in more than 420 locations nationwide for children ages 5–12. Camps run at neighborhood elementary and middle schools with flexible part-time and full-time scheduling.
Champ Camp activities include science, nature, art, and outdoor play; Champions also launched Champ Camp Great Outdoors in 29 locations featuring hikes, swim time, team challenges, singalongs, and camp ceremonies. The company said it works with state and federal agencies to help families access tuition subsidies. Families can register online.
KinderCare Learning Companies (NYSE: KLC) opened applications for the 2026-2027 KinderCare Kids Scholarship Fund, available to alumni of KinderCare, Champions, and Crème de la Crème brands.
Launched in 2019, the program has awarded more than $650,000 to date. For 2026-2027 up to 20 scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded. Applications are accepted now through March 2, 2026, and recipients will be notified in June 2026. Eligible applicants must be enrolled for the 2026-2027 academic year in an accredited vocational program or a two- or four-year college. Previous recipients may reapply. For details and to apply, contact scholarships@kindercare.com.
KinderCare Learning Companies (NYSE: KLC) announced that Tom Wyatt is returning as Chief Executive Officer effective December 2, 2025; he will continue to serve as Chairman of the Board. Wyatt succeeds Paul Thompson, who stepped down as a board member and will remain employed through December 31, 2025 to support the transition.
Wyatt previously led KinderCare as CEO from 2012–June 2024, guided two notable acquisitions (Rainbow Childcare, 150 centers in 2018; Crème de la Crème, 2022), and emphasized four pillars: Educational Excellence, People & Culture, Health & Safety, and Growth & Operations.
The Crème de la Crème School (KLC) is offering a complimentary Free Day of Discovery for new families from now through December 31, 2025 at participating locations in Lake Oswego, Ore.
The program provides a full-day, no-cost experience of the school’s premium early childhood curriculum, including rotating classroom activities and signature enrichment classes in STEM, Spanish, music, and art, led by trained teachers. The offering is positioned to give parents time to prepare for the holidays while children engage in structured learning and social activities. Families can find participating locations and more details at crèmedelecreme.com.
KinderCare Learning Companies (NYSE: KLC) is offering new families one free day of care at participating KinderCare Learning Centers nationwide between now and December 31, 2025. The complimentary day is available to children not currently enrolled and aims to give parents extra time during the holiday season for errands, work, or rest while children learn in a safe, nurturing environment. The offer underscores KinderCare’s focus on flexible, high-quality early childhood and school-age education. Families can find participating locations and details at Kindercare.com.
KinderCare (NYSE: KLC) reported third quarter 2025 results for the period ended September 27, 2025. Revenue was $676.8 million, up 0.8% year‑over‑year. Income from operations declined to $26.3 million and net income was $4.6 million (diluted EPS $0.04). Non‑GAAP adjusted EBITDA was $66.4 million and adjusted net income was $15.3 million (adjusted EPS $0.13). The company ended the quarter with $174.7 million cash and $194.4 million revolver capacity and updated full‑year 2025 guidance to $2.72–$2.74B revenue and $290–$295M adjusted EBITDA.
KinderCare (KLC) promoted Chief Innovation Officer Lindsay Sorhondo to Chief Operating Officer, effective Nov. 11, 2025. In the role she will oversee strategy, operations, growth channels, customer experience and insights, marketing, and IT.
Sorhondo joined KinderCare in 2013 and has 12 years of tenure, previously serving as Chief Innovation Officer and holding leadership roles at ANN Inc. and Gallup. The company said her promotion aims to drive alignment, innovation and operational excellence across the portfolio to support continued growth and service delivery for families, teachers and clients nationwide.
KinderCare Learning Companies (NYSE:KLC) will release its third quarter 2025 financial results after market close on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Management will host a conference call the same day at 5:00 pm ET to discuss the results; dial-in numbers are 1-800-549-8228 (toll-free) and 1-646-564-2877 (toll), Conference ID 61209. Participants should dial in a few minutes early to register.
Tony Amandi, CFO, will participate in a fireside chat at the J.P. Morgan Ultimate Services Investor Conference on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 3:20 pm ET. Both events will be webcast live at https://investors.kindercare.com; web replays and audio recordings will be posted after each event (webcast replay available immediately after; conference replay available for 30 days; audio recording available for 180 days).
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