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Best Daycare Centers in Ottawa, KS

Compare 9 daycare centers in Ottawa. Average rating: 4.64/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Ottawa, Kansas at a glance

Daycares
9
Avg rating
4.64/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Ottawa has 9 licensed daycares with 29 parent reviews averaging 4.64/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 66067 zip code, averaging 4.64 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ottawa

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
    Faith Lutheran Preschool
    4.6 score
    4.9(10)

    1320 W 15th St, Ottawa, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Faith Lutheran Preschool in Ottawa, Kansas is highly rated for its welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Parents praise the knowledgeable and kind teachers, family-oriented environment, and faith-based curriculum focused on Christian teachings. The facility offers youth programs, parent groups, and creates a supportive church family experience for children and families.

    Friendly and welcoming staffkind and knowledgeable teacherschild and family-friendly environmentfaith-based learning
  2. 2
    Eckan Early Learning Center
    4.29 score
    4.4(13)

    424 S Poplar, Ottawa, KS · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 16 children

    ECKAN Early Learning Center is a Head Start program in Ottawa, Kansas with highly positive feedback. Parents praise the staff for being kind, professional, and helpful in connecting families with community resources and support services. However, some parents report difficulty reaching the center by phone.

    Kind and professional staffhelpful with community resourcesaccommodatingsummer camp opportunities

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Ottawa

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
6 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

4.7avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Ottawa zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
660679
4.64
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ottawa (16–95 children)

Small

up to 30 children

6

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Ottawa based on parent reviews

Faith Lutheran Preschool

4.9(10)

1320 W 15th St, Ottawa, KS

Faith Lutheran Preschool in Ottawa, Kansas is highly rated for its welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Parents praise the knowledgeable and kind teachers, family-oriented environment, and faith-based curriculum focused on Christian teachings. The facility offers youth programs, parent groups, and creates a supportive church family experience for children and families.

Friendly and welcoming staffkind and knowledgeable teacherschild and family-friendly environment

Apple Garden Child Care Center

5(4)

3085 Marshall Road, Ottawa, KS

Parents describe Apple Garden Child Care Center as a highly nurturing and academically rigorous environment that thoroughly prepares children for kindergarten. Families highlight the staff's intentional care and the facility's ability to foster confidence and social skills, with one parent noting such satisfaction they enrolled a second child. The few reviews so far mention no complaints, praising the center as a standout choice in the community.

nurturing staffstrong kindergarten preparationfocus on confidence and social skills

Eckan Early Learning Center

4.4(13)

424 S Poplar, Ottawa, KS

ECKAN Early Learning Center is a Head Start program in Ottawa, Kansas with highly positive feedback. Parents praise the staff for being kind, professional, and helpful in connecting families with community resources and support services. However, some parents report difficulty reaching the center by phone.

Kind and professional staffhelpful with community resourcesaccommodating

Ottawa Head Start

5

225 E 2, Ottawa, KS

Abc 123 Learning Center

3.9(2)

1250 E Commercial, Ottawa, KS

One parent describes the facility as unclean and unsafe, citing issues with pests, mold, and staff negligence, while another reports finding their infant with a soiled diaper.

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Daycare types in Ottawa

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 1

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Daycare Centers in Ottawa, Kansas

There are 9 daycare centers in Ottawa, 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 Ottawa have an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Ottawa, 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 Ottawa

Showing 9 results

Ottawa Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
225 E 2, Ottawa, KS
Phone
(785) 242-2440
Apple Garden Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe Apple Garden Child Care Center as a highly nurturing and academically rigorous environment that thoroughly prepares children for kindergarten. Families highlight the staff's intentional care and the facility's ability to foster confidence and social skills, with one parent noting such satisfaction they enrolled a second child. The few reviews so far mention no complaints, praising the center as a standout choice in the community.

nurturing staffstrong kindergarten preparationfocus on confidence and social skills
Address
3085 Marshall Road, Ottawa, KS
Phone
(785) 242-2311
Faith Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Faith Lutheran Preschool in Ottawa, Kansas is highly rated for its welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Parents praise the knowledgeable and kind teachers, family-oriented environment, and faith-based curriculum focused on Christian teachings. The facility offers youth programs, parent groups, and creates a supportive church family experience for children and families.

Friendly and welcoming staffkind and knowledgeable teacherschild and family-friendly environment
Address
1320 W 15th St, Ottawa, KS
Phone
(785) 242-2736
Eckan Early Learning Center
Headstart Programs
4.4

ECKAN Early Learning Center is a Head Start program in Ottawa, Kansas with highly positive feedback. Parents praise the staff for being kind, professional, and helpful in connecting families with community resources and support services. However, some parents report difficulty reaching the center by phone.

Kind and professional staffhelpful with community resourcesaccommodating
Address
424 S Poplar, Ottawa, KS
Phone
(785) 242-2431
Abc 123 Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

One parent describes the facility as unclean and unsafe, citing issues with pests, mold, and staff negligence, while another reports finding their infant with a soiled diaper.

Address
1250 E Commercial, Ottawa, KS
Phone
(785) 242-2293
Chosen Generation
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
126 1/2 S Cedar St, Ottawa, KS
Phone
(785) 242-2200
Lincoln Elementary Latch Key
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1102 N Milner, Ottawa, KS
Phone
(785) 242-2271
Franklin County Preschool And Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
410 South Hickory St, Ottawa, KS
Phone
(785) 242-2271
Westminster Presbyterian Cooperative Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
401 W 13th, Ottawa, KS
Phone
(785) 242-2182

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 all daycares in Ottawa, Kansas. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Ottawa have an average Google rating of 4.64 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Ottawa, 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
Ottawa offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Ottawa for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ottawa 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.