KLC at a glance
KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (KLC, SEC CIK 1873529) filed its latest 10-K annual report on March 13, 2026, a 10-Q quarterly report on August 13, 2026, an 8-K current report on October 2, 2026 and Form 4 insider filings as recently as September 16, 2026. SignalX summarizes each filing with AI and tracks the company's insider trades and institutional holders.
- For the fiscal year ended January 3, 2026 (FY2025), KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (KLC) reported revenue of $2.7 billion (up 2.6% from FY2024) and a net loss of $112.9 million. Diluted EPS was -$0.95.
- The most recent insider open-market purchase reported on Form 4 was by Nuzzo Michael on March 19, 2026 of 25,000 shares at $2.22 per share.
Source: SEC EDGAR (XBRL financial data, 13F-HR and Form 4 filings).
- Revenue · FY2025
- $2.7B
- +2.6% vs prior year
- Insiders · 90 days
- 0 buys · 0 sells
- No open-market trades
- Latest 8-K
- Aug 14, 2026
- Item 1.01
AI 10-K Annual Report Analysis
Latest 10-K, fiscal year ended Jan 3, 2026
Business Overview
- Core business: national network providing early childhood education and care from 6 weeks to 12 years via community centers, employer-sponsored sites, and before/after-school programs
- Fiscal 2025 opened 44 new KCLC centers; total operated 1,555 centers with capacity for 200,000 children, marking a net increase of 26 centers after 18 closures
- Employer-sponsored on-site centers expanded to 77 locations with relationships covering 1,000+ employers, emphasizing workplace childcare solutions
- Workforce size grew to approximately 43,700 employees as of January 2026, including 42,000 education and center staff and 1,600 corporate employees
- Government subsidy families accounted for 37% of total revenue in fiscal 2025, supported by a dedicated Subsidy Team working with 850 agencies
Risk Factors
- Credit Agreement variable interest at SOFR plus 2.75% on $962M Term Loan, raising refinancing cost risk with rate at 6.42% as of Jan 2026
- $72.8M outstanding letters of credit reduce $262.5M Revolving Credit availability to $189.7M, limiting liquidity for operations
- Credit Agreement nonfinancial covenants restrict additional debt, acquisitions, and transactions with affiliates, potentially constraining strategic flexibility
- $20M letters of credit outstanding under LOC Agreement maturing Dec 2026, interest at 5.95%, posing near-term refinancing exposure
- Financial covenant for max net leverage ratio inactive due to Revolving Credit usage under 35%, but risk increases if borrowings rise
AI summary of the KLC 10-K filed . Generated from the filing text; verify against the original.View on SEC EDGARHow to read a 10-K
AI 10-Q Quarterly Report Analysis
Latest 10-Q, quarter ended Jul 4, 2026
Risk Factors
- No Risk Factors section provided in the submitted filing text
- No newly added, updated, regulatory, operational, competitive, market, or financial risks identifiable
AI summary of the KLC 10-Q filed . Generated from the filing text; verify against the original.View on SEC EDGAR10-K vs 10-Q vs 8-K
AI 8-K Current Report Analysis
The most recent material events, by 8-K item
Item 1.01: Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement
- Lease restructuring covers 545 centers across six schedules, creating staggered expirations from December 31, 2029 through December 31, 2042
- 13 Schedule 1 sites transferred to KCP RE II under a new lease expiring December 31, 2029 at unchanged annual rent
Item 2.02: Results of Operations and Financial Condition
- No earnings figures or reporting-period results included in the provided Item 2.02 text
- Investor significance cannot be assessed without the referenced earnings release or financial exhibit
Item EX-99.1: Item EX-99.1
- Q2 revenue $697.5M, down 0.4%; early-childhood revenue fell 1.5% on 4.0% lower enrollment
- Adjusted EBITDA $63.0M, down 23.6%; adjusted EPS $0.08 versus $0.22
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Recent Insider Transactions (Form 4)
Latest reported trades by officers, directors and 10% owners
| Insider | Type | Date | Shares | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrah Jessica | F | Sep 14, 2026 | 288 | $2.38 |
| Amandi Anthony Michael | F | Sep 14, 2026 | 898 | $2.38 |
| Barse David Michael | A | Aug 3, 2026 | 23,397 | - |
| Amandi Anthony Michael | F | Jun 15, 2026 | 898 | $4.13 |
| Harrah Jessica | F | Jun 15, 2026 | 288 | $4.13 |
| Nuzzo Michael | A | Jun 5, 2026 | 37,038 | - |
| Desravines Jean S. | A | Jun 5, 2026 | 43,210 | - |
| Deputy Christine | A | Jun 5, 2026 | 37,038 | - |
Financial SummaryXBRL
| Metric | FY2023 | FY2024 | FY2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profitability | |||
| Revenue | - | $2.7B | $2.7B |
| Operating Income | - | $79.3M | -$20.1M |
| Net Income | $102.6M | -$92.8M | -$112.9M |
| Op. Margin | - | 3.0% | -0.7% |
| Net Margin | - | -3.5% | -4.1% |
| Balance Sheet | |||
| Total Assets | $3.7B | $3.6B | $3.7B |
| Equity | - | $864.5M | $755.3M |
| ROE | - | -10.7% | -14.9% |
| Per Share | |||
| EPS | $1.13 | $-0.96 | $-0.95 |
| Cash Flow | |||
| Operating CF | - | $115.9M | $238.5M |
| CapEx | $129.0M | $132.3M | $128.3M |
Source: XBRL data in KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (KLC)'s 10-K filings on SEC EDGAR, in USD. Compare across companies →
KLC filing archive
AI analysis pages for each 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K
10-K annual reports
10-Q quarterly reports
Latest 2026 SEC Filings: 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K & Form 4
| Form | Filing date | Period | Analysis | SEC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-K | Oct 2, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 4 | Sep 16, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 4 | Sep 16, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 8-K | Aug 14, 2026 | - | Analysis | - |
| 10-Q | Aug 13, 2026 | Jul 4, 2026 | Analysis | |
| 8-K | Aug 13, 2026 | - | Analysis | - |
| 4 | Aug 5, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 8-K | Aug 4, 2026 | - | Analysis | - |
| 4 | Jun 24, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 4 | Jun 22, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 4 | Jun 22, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 4 | Jun 10, 2026 | - | - | |
| 4 | Jun 10, 2026 | - | - | |
| 4 | Jun 10, 2026 | - | - | |
| 8-K | Jun 5, 2026 | - | Analysis | |
| 8-K | May 14, 2026 | - | Analysis | |
| 10-Q | May 14, 2026 | Apr 4, 2026 | Analysis | |
| 4 | Mar 23, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 4 | Mar 18, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 4 | Mar 18, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 4 | Mar 18, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 4 | Mar 17, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 4 | Mar 17, 2026 | - | - | - |
| 10-K | Mar 13, 2026 | Jan 3, 2026 | Analysis | |
| 8-K | Mar 12, 2026 | - | Analysis | - |
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KLC SEC filings: frequently asked questions
What was KLC's revenue in fiscal year 2025?
For the fiscal year ended January 3, 2026 (FY2025), KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (KLC) reported revenue of $2.7 billion (up 2.6% from FY2024) and a net loss of $112.9 million. Diluted EPS was -$0.95. The figures come from the XBRL data in the 10-K.
What are the main risks in KLC's latest 10-K?
In the 10-K filed March 13, 2026, KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (KLC) flagged: Credit Agreement variable interest at SOFR plus 2.75% on $962M Term Loan, raising refinancing cost risk with rate at 6.42% as of Jan 2026. $72.8M outstanding letters of credit reduce $262.5M Revolving Credit availability to $189.7M, limiting liquidity for operations. (AI summary of the Risk Factors section.)
What did KLC report in its latest 8-K?
KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (KLC) filed an 8-K on August 14, 2026 reporting Item 1.01 (Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement). Lease restructuring covers 545 centers across six schedules, creating staggered expirations from December 31, 2029 through December 31, 2042.
What are the latest KLC SEC filings?
KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (KLC) filed its latest 10-K annual report on March 13, 2026, a 10-Q quarterly report on August 13, 2026, an 8-K current report on October 2, 2026 and a Form 4 insider filing on September 16, 2026.
What is KLC's SEC CIK number?
KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (KLC)'s SEC Central Index Key (CIK) is 1873529. EDGAR lists every KLC filing under that number.
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