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KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. reports developments tied to early childhood education, school-age care and related family services under the KinderCare Learning Centers, The Crème School and Champions brands. The company serves children from infancy through age 12 through community-based centers, premium early education programs, before- and after-school programs, summer camps and customized child care benefits with employers.
Recurring KLC news includes quarterly financial results and guidance, center and site growth, enrollment and program launches, public pre-K availability, child care voucher and subsidy access, employer partnerships and seasonal camp offerings. Company updates also address policy developments affecting child care access and targeted family programs, including services for military families.
KinderCare (NYSE: KLC) reported fourth-quarter and fiscal 2025 results and provided 2026 guidance. FY2025 revenue was $2,733.3M with a net loss of $112.9M and adjusted EBITDA of $300.1M. Q4 revenue was $688.1M; Q4 net loss was $177.2M. Management provided 2026 outlook: revenue $2.70B–$2.75B, adjusted EBITDA $210M–$230M, and adjusted EPS $0.10–$0.20.
As of Jan 3, 2026, KinderCare operated 1,601 centers and 1,153 before/after-school sites, held $133.2M cash, and had $927.5M first-lien term loan debt.
KinderCare Learning Companies (KLC) earned its tenth consecutive Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award on March 5, 2026, becoming one of eight companies worldwide to reach this milestone and the only early childhood education provider to do so.
KinderCare cites an engaged workforce of approximately 42,000 employees across more than 2,700 centers and reports employee engagement nearly 8× the U.S. average and 12× the global rate.
KinderCare Learning Companies (NYSE: KLC) will release fourth quarter and full year 2025 results after market close on March 12, 2026.
Management will host a conference call at 5:00 pm ET the same day with dial-in access and a live webcast on the company investor site. KinderCare operates more than 2,700 centers across 41 states and DC.
KinderCare (NYSE: KLC) reports child care has surpassed retirement as a top workplace benefit, with 85% of working parents saying child care should be treated as essential. The 2026 Confidence Index finds unreliable care is driving attrition: parents miss work (50%), reduce hours (35%), and many employers (1 in 3) offer no child care benefits.
The study links child care to productivity, retention and loyalty, noting 79% of parents would be more loyal if employers offered better support.
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.