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92 Daycare Centers in Topeka, Kansas

Browse all 92 daycare centers in Topeka, Kansas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Topeka

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

    1811 Fairlawn Rd, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Community Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the dedicated, caring teachers and strong family involvement. Parents highlight excellent communication, engaging learning activities, and a warm, welcoming environment where children thrive both academically and emotionally.

    Dedicated and caring teachersstrong teacher-to-student ratioexcellent communication with parentsparent involvement and volunteer opportunities
  2. 2

    3325 Se Tinman Circle, Topeka, KS · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    This facility is not actually a daycare but a shelter house and event venue at Lake Rec Reynolds in Topeka. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with guests praising it as an excellent space for weddings, parties, retreats, and community events.

    Beautiful grounds and lake locationair-conditioned shelter housefull kitchen with large windowsclean facilities
  3. 3

    3102 North Topeka Blvd, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

    Reviews consistently praise Northland Christian Day Care Center for its welcoming, friendly atmosphere and strong Christian focus. Parents appreciate the pastoral care, community involvement, and quality ministries for children of all ages. The facility fosters a sense of belonging and spiritual growth among families.

    Friendly and welcoming staffstrong Christian teachingquality programs for infants/children/youthsense of community
  4. 4
    Instructional Sports Camp
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    801 Ne Poplar, Topeka, KS · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 96 children

    Instructional Sports Camp in Topeka is a school-based facility that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the clean environment, friendly staff, affordable pricing, and versatile amenities including sports equipment and games. The facility is also noted for hosting birthday parties and serving as a community gathering space.

    Kind and helpful staffclean environmentvariety of activities (ping pongpool
  5. 5

    801 Poplar, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Creative Play Preschool at Oakland Community Center receives consistently high ratings from parents. Reviews highlight the facility's cleanliness, kind staff, affordability, and versatile amenities including games, gym access, and party hosting capabilities. The center is praised for accessibility and community engagement.

    Kind and helpful staffclean environmentaffordable pricingaccessible facilities for families with disabilities
  6. 6

    1716 Sw Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    The reviews provided are for Faith Lutheran Church, not the Early Learning Center daycare program. The church reviews are uniformly positive (all 5/5 ratings) and praise the congregation, worship experience, and community atmosphere, but do not address the daycare center's operations, staff, or childcare services.

    Welcoming community environmentBible-based teachingsquality music programcaring congregation
  7. 7

    401 Sw Oakley Ave, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Bright Circle Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is commended for its educational quality, caring staff, safe environment, and ability to meet individual children's needs. Parents report their children thrived academically and emotionally during their time there.

    Montessori curriculumengaging educational programspatient and adaptive staffstrong safety focus
  8. 8

    2630 Se California Ave, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

    Adventureland Child Care and Activity Center in Topeka receives consistently excellent reviews from parents. Parents praise the caring and communicative staff, safe environment, educational activities, and positive atmosphere that keeps children happy and engaged. Multiple parents report their children have thrived across different age groups, from infants through toddlers.

    Caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parents (in-person and app updates)safe environmentdiverse activities and programs
  9. 9

    620 Sw Lane Ave, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 192 children

    Parents consistently praise Building Blocks Child Care Center for its nurturing environment, caring staff, and quality programming. Children across all age groups from infants to pre-K thrive in the clean, colorful facility. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and reluctant to leave at the end of the day.

    Friendly and nurturing staffclean and colorful facilitystrong learning environmentage-appropriate programming
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    1800 Se 21 St, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Creative Play Preschool at Hillcrest Community Center receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 average across all reviews. Parents praise the facility for cleanliness, safety, staff quality, and diverse recreational programs including basketball coaching and taekwondo. The community center is valued as a safe, well-maintained space for children and families.

    Clean facilitiesgreat staffsafe environment for kidsbasketball coaching

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Topeka based on parent reviews

Community Preschool & Extended Day Program

4.8(11)

1811 Fairlawn Rd, Topeka, KS

Community Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the dedicated, caring teachers and strong family involvement. Parents highlight excellent communication, engaging learning activities, and a warm, welcoming environment where children thrive both academically and emotionally.

Dedicated and caring teachersstrong teacher-to-student ratioexcellent communication with parents

Lake Rec Reynolds Day Camp

4.7(11)

3325 Se Tinman Circle, Topeka, KS

This facility is not actually a daycare but a shelter house and event venue at Lake Rec Reynolds in Topeka. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with guests praising it as an excellent space for weddings, parties, retreats, and community events.

Beautiful grounds and lake locationair-conditioned shelter housefull kitchen with large windows

Northland Christian Day Care Center

4.6(20)

3102 North Topeka Blvd, Topeka, KS

Reviews consistently praise Northland Christian Day Care Center for its welcoming, friendly atmosphere and strong Christian focus. Parents appreciate the pastoral care, community involvement, and quality ministries for children of all ages. The facility fosters a sense of belonging and spiritual growth among families.

Friendly and welcoming staffstrong Christian teachingquality programs for infants/children/youth

Instructional Sports Camp

4.6(20)

801 Ne Poplar, Topeka, KS

Instructional Sports Camp in Topeka is a school-based facility that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the clean environment, friendly staff, affordable pricing, and versatile amenities including sports equipment and games. The facility is also noted for hosting birthday parties and serving as a community gathering space.

Kind and helpful staffclean environmentvariety of activities (ping pong

Creative Play Preschool At Oakland Community Center

4.6(20)

801 Poplar, Topeka, KS

Creative Play Preschool at Oakland Community Center receives consistently high ratings from parents. Reviews highlight the facility's cleanliness, kind staff, affordability, and versatile amenities including games, gym access, and party hosting capabilities. The center is praised for accessibility and community engagement.

Kind and helpful staffclean environmentaffordable pricing

Faith Lutheran Early Learning Center

4.6(16)

1716 Sw Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS

The reviews provided are for Faith Lutheran Church, not the Early Learning Center daycare program. The church reviews are uniformly positive (all 5/5 ratings) and praise the congregation, worship experience, and community atmosphere, but do not address the daycare center's operations, staff, or childcare services.

Welcoming community environmentBible-based teachingsquality music program

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Daycare Centers in Topeka, Kansas

There are 92 daycare centers in Topeka, 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 Topeka, 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 Topeka

Showing 92 results

Cair Paravel-Latin School-Age Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
618 Sw Buchanan, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 234-4600
Topeka Lutheran School Infant Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3710 Sw 18th, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 272-2170
Back To Nature Day Camp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4001 Sw 6, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 273-3951
Ymca - Kids In Sports Camp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
421 Van Buren, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 354-4859
Ymca Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
421 Van Buren, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 354-4859
Creative Play Preschool At Gage Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4210 Conservatory Drive, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 273-3633
Topeka Collegiate School Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2200 Sw Eveningside Dr, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 228-8049
Topeka Lutheran School Center/ Young Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1732 Sw Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 272-2170
Topeka Lutheran Summer Camp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
701 Sw Roosevelt, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 357-7038
Creative Learning Adventures - South
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6715 Sw Westview Rd, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 862-2163
Kennedy Academy Building #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
206 Se Lakewood Ct, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 266-6515
Northland Christian Church School Age Program
Church Daycare

Northland Christian Church School Age Program is highly praised by parents for its welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight the church's focus on biblical teaching, passionate leadership, and comprehensive ministries for children and youth. Families report feeling deeply connected to a supportive faith community that emphasizes both spiritual growth and service to others.

friendly and welcoming staffbiblical teaching and sound doctrinepassionate pastors
Address
3102 N Topeka Blvd Multiplex, Building, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 286-6194
Ymca Prime Time-Ross Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1400 Se 34th, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 274-4628
Kiddicat Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4640 Sw 35th Street, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 272-2200
Ywcas Kid Quest At Mceachron Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4433 Sw 29th Terr, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 233-3175
Ymca Prime Time-Lowman Hill
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1101 Sw Garfield, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 235-5706
Discovery Zone Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3110 Sw 10 St, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 232-2314
Ymca Prime Time Farley
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6701 Sw 33 St, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 817-7999
Aunt Hopes Child Empowerment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2514 S Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 232-2222
Ymca Prime Time Stout
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2303 Sw College, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 438-8472
Ywca Kid Quest At Mccarter
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5512 Sw 16th, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 233-3175
Discovery Zone Learning Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1530 Nw Tyler, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 232-2314
Topeka Lutheran School Center/ Young Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1732 Sw Gage, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 273-3207
Ymca Prime Time-Scott Magnet
Before or After School Daycare
Address
401 Se Market, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 235-5748
Ywcas Kids Quest At Meadows Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
201 Sw Clay, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 233-3175
Usd #501 Parent-Child Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1900 Sw Hope, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 438-8429
Ymca Jr Explorer Camp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4925 Sw 29, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 354-4859
Salvation Army Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Reviews are highly polarized. Most reviewers praise the facility's friendly staff, helpful services, and community programs. However, two negative reviews cite food safety concerns and inconsistent assistance.

Friendly and welcoming stafffood assistance programsyouth programs and camps
Address
1320 Se 6th Street, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 233-3964
Ymca Prime Time-Wanamaker
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6630 Sw 10th, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 339-9480
Ymca Child Care Jay Shideler
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4948 Sw Wanamaker Rd, Topeka, KS
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 92 all daycares in Topeka, Kansas. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Topeka, 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
Topeka offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 58 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 31 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 Topeka for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Topeka 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.