How do I choose the right daycare in Great Bend?

When choosing a daycare in Great Bend, 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

What types of daycare are available in Great Bend?

Great Bend offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Centers in Great Bend, Kansas (14 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Kansas?

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 Great Bend for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Great Bend

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.

Barton Community College School Age Program Commons Area

4.08 score

4.1(20)

245 Ne 30 Rd Commons, Great Bend, KS · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 30 children

This listing appears to contain reviews for Barton Community College rather than its School Age Program daycare. Reviews praise the welcoming community, supportive environment, quality facilities, and events. The college is noted for being inclusive and kind to students from diverse backgrounds.

Welcoming and inclusive atmosphereexcellent instructorssupportive environmentcourteous and professional staff

Ckmc Kreative Kids Education Center

3.39 score

3.2(16)

3515 Broadway, Great Bend, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 22 children

These reviews appear to be for Saint Rose urgent care clinic in Great Bend, Kansas, not CKMC Kreative Kids Education Center. The reviews are inconsistent with a daycare facility and discuss medical provider experiences. This data cannot be used to evaluate the daycare center.

Quick service and short wait timesfriendly nursing staffsome providers noted as caring and knowledgeable

Daycare Centers in Great Bend, Kansas

There are 14 daycare centers in Great Bend, Kansas. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 14 all daycares in Great Bend, Kansas. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Great Bend, 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

Great Bend offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Great Bend for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Great Bend 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.

14 Daycare Centers in Great Bend, Kansas

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Great Bend

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Great Bend Childrens Learning Center

Applied Learning Center

Share And Care Preschool

Barton Community College School Age Program Commons Area

Great Bend Head Start

Noahs Ark Preschool

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