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kindergarten

[kin-der-gahr-tn, -dn] / ˈkɪn dərˌgɑr tn, -dn /
NOUN
daycare
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NOUN
preschool
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The rate for the MMR vaccines for children entering kindergarten is in the low 80s, still below herd immunity.

From Salon Sep. 12, 2026

While vaccination rates in Ohio have fallen, Cleveland is making improvements — rates for children entering kindergarten there have jumped from 68 percent a few years ago to 76 percent this past school year.

From Salon Sep. 12, 2026

This year, Oklahoma doubled its requirement for elementary students to 40 minutes of recess a day, while Pennsylvania recently began requiring 30 minutes for students in full-day kindergarten through fifth grade.

From Slate Sep. 5, 2026

Torres feels lucky compared to many parents: By June, 3-year-old Lizette will be eligible for transitional kindergarten in public school and won’t need alternative care.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2026

To hear Alice, you would think getting into kindergarten was better than getting into heaven, and a whole lot harder.

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson

Crimeans say basic services like kindergartens, trash collection and ATMs have stopped functioning.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 28, 2026

Authorities also waived fees for public kindergartens beginning last fall.

From Barron's Jan. 19, 2026

Getting vaccinated against hepatitis A has never been required as a condition of entry to California’s kindergartens or child-care centers, however.

From Los Angeles Times May 5, 2025

She used the knowledge she had gained teaching at kindergartens in Germany to make education enjoyable and approachable for her students.

From BBC Sep. 16, 2024

Their son’s application to several kindergartens met with quick rejections, unaccompanied by explanations.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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