Maple Valley KinderCare

Specialties

Infant Programs (6 Weeks — 1 Year), Toddler Programs (1 — 2 Years), Preschool Programs (3 — 4 Years), Prekindergarten Programs (4 — 5 Years), Before and After School Programs (5 – 12 Years), Interactive Kindergarten, Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-​age)

History

Established in 1969.

About KinderCare® Learning Centers — Founded in 1969.

For over 40 years, KinderCare Learning Centers have been a place where every child can learn, explore, and discover in a safe and nurturing environment in more than 1,300 community-​based centers. We lead the nation in accredited centers and are passionate about providing children a sense of discovery while preparing them for success in school and beyond.

Meet the Manager

Darla C.

Manager

Darla Whitsett, the school’s director at the Maple Valley KinderCare has been with KinderCare since 1988. Prior to working with KinderCare, she attended Washington State University where she studied Business Management and Child Studies. She is currently pursuing her Child Development Associates Degree from Rasmussen College. Before settling down in Maple Valley with her husband and four children, Darla worked for KinderCare opening new schools. In 1991, she opened the Maple Valley School. During her tenure at the school, Darla has maintained not only State Licensing standards but Accreditation standards from the National Association for Young Children, and also from The National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs. Darla has a strong passion for helping children grow and develop.