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Best Daycare Centers in Derby, KS

Compare 9 daycare centers in Derby. Average rating: 4.63/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Derby, Kansas at a glance

Daycares
9
Avg rating
4.63/5
Parent reviews
32
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Derby has 9 licensed daycares with 32 parent reviews averaging 4.63/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 67037 zip code, averaging 4.63 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Derby

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Derby Recreation Center
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    801 E Market, Derby, KS · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 120 children

    Derby Recreation Center is a well-maintained, multi-purpose facility offering youth programs, swimming lessons, fitness amenities, and special events. Parents consistently praise the clean facility, reasonable pricing, quality staff, and diverse programming including sports leagues, swim lessons, and recreational classes. Staff members receive particular recognition for professionalism, patience, and customer service.

    Cleanwell-maintained facility; Reasonable membership pricing; Excellent staff customer service and professionalism; Large swimming pool with quality swim instructors; Multiple fitness amenities including weight roombasketball courtsand indoor track; Youth sports programs and leagues; Special needs programming; Birthday party hosting; Variety of classes and recreational activities; Access to multiple locations with membership
  2. 2
    Creation Station
    4 score
    4(7)

    230 Fernell, Derby, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 81 children

    Creation Station is highly regarded by most parents, with staff described as loving, compassionate, and engaged in children's learning and development. The facility offers hands-on learning experiences and maintains secure access. However, one parent reported a significant communication failure during an unexpected closure with no advance notification.

    Loving and compassionate staffsafe and nurturing environmenthands-on learning experiencespastoral involvement

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Derby

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

4.5avg rating
5 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.67avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Derby zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
670379
4.63
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Derby (43–167 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Derby based on parent reviews

Derby Recreation Center

4.5(20)

801 E Market, Derby, KS

Derby Recreation Center is a well-maintained, multi-purpose facility offering youth programs, swimming lessons, fitness amenities, and special events. Parents consistently praise the clean facility, reasonable pricing, quality staff, and diverse programming including sports leagues, swim lessons, and recreational classes. Staff members receive particular recognition for professionalism, patience, and customer service.

Cleanwell-maintained facility; Reasonable membership pricing; Excellent staff customer service and professionalism; Large swimming pool with quality swim instructors; Multiple fitness amenities including weight roombasketball courts

Jack And Jill Preschool

5(2)

467 Riverview Ave, Derby, KS

Parents report that children enjoy attending Jack and Jill Preschool, noting they look forward to class and are doing well academically and socially. The staff is described as excellent and welcoming, with one parent highlighting that parents are invited to observe classes.

engaging environment for childrensupportive and amazing staffwelcoming to parents

Jack And Jill Preschool

5(2)

467 Riverview, Derby, KS

Parents highlight the amazing staff and welcoming environment, noting that their children are happy and doing well. One review specifically mentions that parents are always welcome in the classroom.

Excellent staffwelcoming environmentchild happiness

Creation Station

4(7)

230 Fernell, Derby, KS

Creation Station is highly regarded by most parents, with staff described as loving, compassionate, and engaged in children's learning and development. The facility offers hands-on learning experiences and maintains secure access. However, one parent reported a significant communication failure during an unexpected closure with no advance notification.

Loving and compassionate staffsafe and nurturing environmenthands-on learning experiences

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Daycare types in Derby

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Before or After School Daycare 5

Daycare Centers in Derby, Kansas

There are 9 daycare centers in Derby, 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 Derby have an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.67 stars. Our analysis covers 32 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Derby, 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 Derby

Showing 9 results

Jack And Jill Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents report that children enjoy attending Jack and Jill Preschool, noting they look forward to class and are doing well academically and socially. The staff is described as excellent and welcoming, with one parent highlighting that parents are invited to observe classes.

engaging environment for childrensupportive and amazing staffwelcoming to parents
Address
467 Riverview Ave, Derby, KS
Phone
(316) 788-8379
Jack And Jill Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the amazing staff and welcoming environment, noting that their children are happy and doing well. One review specifically mentions that parents are always welcome in the classroom.

Excellent staffwelcoming environmentchild happiness
Address
467 Riverview, Derby, KS
Phone
(316) 788-8150
Derby Recreation Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Derby Recreation Center is a well-maintained, multi-purpose facility offering youth programs, swimming lessons, fitness amenities, and special events. Parents consistently praise the clean facility, reasonable pricing, quality staff, and diverse programming including sports leagues, swim lessons, and recreational classes. Staff members receive particular recognition for professionalism, patience, and customer service.

Cleanwell-maintained facility; Reasonable membership pricing; Excellent staff customer service and professionalism; Large swimming pool with quality swim instructors; Multiple fitness amenities including weight roombasketball courts
Address
801 E Market, Derby, KS
Phone
(316) 788-8378
Creation Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Creation Station is highly regarded by most parents, with staff described as loving, compassionate, and engaged in children's learning and development. The facility offers hands-on learning experiences and maintains secure access. However, one parent reported a significant communication failure during an unexpected closure with no advance notification.

Loving and compassionate staffsafe and nurturing environmenthands-on learning experiences
Address
230 Fernell, Derby, KS
Phone
(316) 788-8222
Funtastics-Kids Club
Before or After School Daycare
Address
404 N River St, Derby, KS
Phone
(316) 789-9872
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

One parent describes The Tot Spot in Derby as a truly outstanding daycare, highlighting the staff's unwavering kindness, attentiveness, and proactive communication. The reviewer notes that the center provides a strong educational foundation with structured learning and hands-on activities, effectively preparing children for kindergarten.

staff kindness and attentivenessproactive communicationstrong educational foundation
Address
1720 Walnut Grove, Derby, KS
Phone
(316) 788-8592
Faith Lutheran School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
208 S Derby Ave, Derby, KS
Phone
(316) 788-8171
Usd 260 Pleasantview
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1101 North Georgie, Derby, KS
Phone
(316) 788-8853
Usd 260 Latchkey Swaney
Before or After School Daycare
Address
501 E English, Derby, KS
Phone
(316) 788-8806

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 all daycares in Derby, Kansas. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Derby have an average Google rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Derby, 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
Derby offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Derby for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Derby 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.