Expansion marks a significant milestone in providing more than 10k new child care spots to meet families' needs during out-of-school time

LAKE OSWEGO, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 27, 2025-- Champions, a part of KinderCare Learning Companies’ (NYSE: KLC) (“KinderCare”) family of brands, is proud to announce the expansion of its before- and after-school programs with over 200 new site wins for the 2025–26 school year. This is the first time the team has reached this milestone since 2022. This growth includes entering three new states — Connecticut, Minnesota, and New Mexico — bringing Champions’ national presence to 37 states.

This expansion builds on a series of strategic district partnerships and a shared commitment to offering high-quality, enriching programs that address important gaps in families’ schedules — before- and after-school, during school breaks and around the holidays. These new partnerships enable more than 10,000 additional children to gain access to care.

“Reaching this milestone is a direct reflection of the passion, dedication and expertise of our entire Champions team,” said Dan Figurski, President of Champions and KinderCare for Employers. “We’re not just growing in numbers, we’re growing our impact. Families across the country face real challenges when it comes to out-of-school time care, and this expansion allows us to meet those needs in more communities than ever before. From the first bell to the last, and every school break in between, Champions is here to ensure children have a safe, supportive and inspiring place to be.”

The achievement represents the combined efforts of Champions and many local school districts— all working together to forge lasting connections with school districts and communities. According to a recent KinderCare survey of more than 2,000 parents, the search for child care is a major stressor for families, which means each new site offers an opportunity to create meaningful experiences for children while supporting working families and strengthening neighborhoods.

As part of the growth momentum across the more than 200 new sites, Champions will now support over 350 children in Martinez, California, from transitional kindergarten through 6th grade. The program is funded by the Martinez Unified School District (MUSD) to assist working families and will continue into summer 2026.

“Champions has made our onboarding a truly wonderful experience,” said Yadira Zapata, Martinez Unified School District. “From clear communication, flexibility, high responsiveness and a collaborative approach, we know MUSD is in for a great year!"

With programs now serving children and families in 37 states, Champions continues its mission to provide engaging, academically rich, and socially supportive environments during the critical out-of-school hours — building brighter futures, one site at a time.

For more information about Champions or to find a program near you, visit DiscoverChampions.com.

About KinderCare Learning Companies™

A leading 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 41 states and the District of Columbia with differentiated and flexible child care solutions:

• In neighborhoods, with KinderCare® Learning Centers that offer early learning programs for children six weeks to 12 years old;
• In The Crème de la Crème™ School, which offers a premium early education experience using a variety of enrichment classrooms; and
• In local schools, with Champions® before and after-school programs.

KinderCare partners with employers nationwide to address the child care needs of today’s dynamic workforce. We provide customized family care benefits for organizations, including care for young children on or near the site where their parents work, tuition benefits, and backup care where KinderCare programs are located.

Headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon, KinderCare operates more than 2,600 early learning centers and sites. To learn more, visit KC-Learning.com.

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Source: KinderCare