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KinderCare LearningKLC -1.97%29 EV-to-OCF is 12.56 as of Aug. 27, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 17.70. GuruFocus rates KLC with a GF Score™ of 29/100. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 264 Education companies, KinderCare Learning ranks worse than 75.76% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, KinderCare Learning's Enterprise Value is $2,632 Mil.
KinderCare Learning's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $210 Mil. Therefore, KinderCare Learning's EV-to-OCF for today is 12.56.
The historical rank and industry rank for KinderCare Learning's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
KLC'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11 Med: 17.7 Max: 41.22
Current: 12.56
During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of KinderCare Learning was 41.22. The lowest was 11.00. And the median was 17.70.
KLC's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 75.76% of 264
companies
in the Education industry
Industry Median: 5.85
vs KLC: 12.56
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
KinderCare Learning's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
KinderCare Learning's share price for today is $2.49.
KinderCare Learning's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-3.980.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
KinderCare Learning EV-to-OCF Related Terms
KinderCare Learning EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for KinderCare Learning's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Education & Training Services subindustry, KinderCare Learning's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
KinderCare Learning EV-to-OCF vs Education Industry
For the Education industry and Consumer Defensive sector, KinderCare Learning's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where KinderCare Learning's EV-to-OCF falls into.
KinderCare Learning's current Enterprise Value is $2,632 Mil.
KinderCare Learning's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $210 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
KinderCare Learning (KLC) has a EV-to-OCF of 12.56 as of Aug. 27, 2026. This is 29% below median its historical median of 17.70. Over the past decade, KinderCare Learning's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 11.00 to 41.22. According to the industry distribution chart, KinderCare Learning ranks #200 out of 264 companies in the Education industry, placing it in the top 75.8%.
Is KinderCare Learning's EV-to-OCF too high?
KinderCare Learning's current EV-to-OCF of 12.56 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 17.70. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.00 to a high of 41.22. The Education industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.85. KinderCare Learning's value of 12.56 is 114.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KinderCare Learning ranks #200 out of 264 companies in the Education industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, KinderCare Learning has a GF Score™ of 29/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KinderCare Learning's EV-to-OCF compare to GOTU and APEI?
According to the Education industry distribution chart, KinderCare Learning ranks #200 out of 264 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places KinderCare Learning in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 5.85. KinderCare Learning's value of 12.56 is 114.7% above this benchmark. Historically, KinderCare Learning's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 11.00 to 41.22 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 17.70 vs. the industry median of 5.85, KinderCare Learning has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for an Education company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Education companies is 5.85, based on 264 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. KinderCare Learning's current EV-to-OCF of 12.56 is 114.7% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Education industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 5.85 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KinderCare Learning's current EV-to-OCF is 12.56, which is 29% below median its own 10-year median of 17.70. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KinderCare Learning stock overvalued right now?
KinderCare Learning (KLC) has a current EV-to-OCF of 12.56. The current EV-to-OCF is 12.56, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 17.70 and 114.7% above the Education industry median of 5.85. KinderCare Learning's overall GF Score™ is 29/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For KinderCare Learning (KLC), the current EV-to-OCF is 12.56 as of Aug. 27, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
KinderCare Learning Companies Inc is a private provider of early childhood education and child care services, serving children from six weeks to twelve years through a nationwide network of centers and programs. The company operates through three consumer-facing brands: KinderCare Learning Centers, Creme School, and Champions. KinderCare Learning Centers provide community-based early education and care, Creme School offers premium early education with enrichment-focused programs, and Champions delivers before- and after-school and summer programs for school-aged children.
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