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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Clay Center, KS

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Clay Center. Average rating: 4.57/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Clay Center, Kansas at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.57/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Clay Center offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.57/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clay Center

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
    Saint Paul Lutheran Preschool
    4.47 score
    4.8(7)

    816 9th Street, Clay Center, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Saint Paul Lutheran Preschool is highly regarded in the Clay Center community. Parents praise the exceptional preschool program, kind pastoral leadership, and friendly atmosphere. The church also provides community support services including food drives.

    Exceptional preschool programhighly respected in communitykind and loving pastorfriendly staff and congregation
  2. 2
    Ark Preschool
    4.2 score
    4.4(5)

    1330 15 St, Clay Center, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    ARK Preschool in Clay Center receives positive feedback from parents, with an average rating of 4.8/5 across recent reviews. Parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere, community events, and welcoming environment. The facility appears to offer engaging activities and a faith-based community component.

    friendly stafffun activitiescommunity events (concertshay rides)

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Clay Center

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Clay Center (12–68 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Clay Center based on parent reviews

Saint Paul Lutheran Preschool

4.8(7)

816 9th Street, Clay Center, KS

Saint Paul Lutheran Preschool is highly regarded in the Clay Center community. Parents praise the exceptional preschool program, kind pastoral leadership, and friendly atmosphere. The church also provides community support services including food drives.

Exceptional preschool programhighly respected in communitykind and loving pastor

Ark Preschool

4.4(5)

1330 15 St, Clay Center, KS

ARK Preschool in Clay Center receives positive feedback from parents, with an average rating of 4.8/5 across recent reviews. Parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere, community events, and welcoming environment. The facility appears to offer engaging activities and a faith-based community component.

friendly stafffun activitiescommunity events (concerts

Clay County Child Care Center

4.5(1)

314 Court, Clay Center, KS

One parent describes the staff as very helpful and friendly. The single review provided highlights positive interactions with the team without noting any specific drawbacks.

helpful stafffriendly staff

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Clay Center, Kansas

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Clay Center, 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 Clay Center have an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.57 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Clay Center

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Saint Paul Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Saint Paul Lutheran Preschool is highly regarded in the Clay Center community. Parents praise the exceptional preschool program, kind pastoral leadership, and friendly atmosphere. The church also provides community support services including food drives.

Exceptional preschool programhighly respected in communitykind and loving pastor
Address
816 9th Street, Clay Center, KS
Phone
(785) 632-2530
Clay County Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

One parent describes the staff as very helpful and friendly. The single review provided highlights positive interactions with the team without noting any specific drawbacks.

helpful stafffriendly staff
Address
314 Court, Clay Center, KS
Phone
(785) 632-2219
Ark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

ARK Preschool in Clay Center receives positive feedback from parents, with an average rating of 4.8/5 across recent reviews. Parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere, community events, and welcoming environment. The facility appears to offer engaging activities and a faith-based community component.

friendly stafffun activitiescommunity events (concerts
Address
1330 15 St, Clay Center, KS
Phone
(785) 632-2565
Raggedy Ann & Andy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
728 Washington St, Clay Center, KS
Phone
(785) 632-2521

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Clay Center, Kansas. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Clay Center have an average Google rating of 4.57 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Clay Center, 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
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 Clay Center for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clay Center 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.