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Best Daycare Centers in Atchison, KS

Compare 5 daycare centers in Atchison. Average rating: 4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Atchison, Kansas at a glance

Daycares
5
Avg rating
4/5
Parent reviews
6
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Atchison offers 5 licensed daycares, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4/5.60% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Atchison.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Atchison

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Atchison, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Atchison zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
660025
4
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Atchison (15–179 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Atchison based on parent reviews

The Atchison Child Care Association

4(3)

1326 Kansas Avenue, Atchison, KS

Parents describe the center as a joyful and welcoming environment where children actively enjoy attending. Reviewers highlight the staff, particularly Mama Carrie, as being phenomenal, friendly, and deeply respectful of families. The curriculum is also noted for effectively preparing children for grade school.

joyful environmentfriendly and phenomenal staffhigh child satisfaction

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Daycare types in Atchison

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Daycare Centers in Atchison, Kansas

There are 5 daycare centers in Atchison, Kansas. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Atchison have an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4 stars. Our analysis covers 6 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Atchison, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Atchison

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The Atchison Child Care Association
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents describe the center as a joyful and welcoming environment where children actively enjoy attending. Reviewers highlight the staff, particularly Mama Carrie, as being phenomenal, friendly, and deeply respectful of families. The curriculum is also noted for effectively preparing children for grade school.

joyful environmentfriendly and phenomenal staffhigh child satisfaction
Address
1326 Kansas Avenue, Atchison, KS
Phone
(913) 367-7276
Atchison County Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
751 South 8th, Atchison, KS
Phone
(913) 367-7784
Extended Day Usd #409
Before or After School Daycare
Address
825 N 17th Street, Atchison, KS
Phone
(913) 367-7276
Strawberry Hill Nursery And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1400 N 2 St, Atchison, KS
Phone
(913) 367-7605
The Guidance Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents highlight the caring and professional nature of the staff, with specific praise for individuals like Sharon. Reviewers note that the center has treated them well over several years of service.

caring staffprofessional counselorslong-term positive experience
Address
201 Main St, Atchison, KS
Phone
(913) 367-7159

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 all daycares in Atchison, Kansas. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Atchison have an average Google rating of 4 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Atchison, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Kansas's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Kansas)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Atchison offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Kansas typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Atchison for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Atchison must be licensed by Kansas's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.