How do I choose the right daycare in Gardner?

When choosing a daycare in Gardner, 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 Gardner?

Gardner offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Gardner, Kansas (6 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 Gardner for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gardner

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.

Little Peoples Place LLC

4.48 score

4.6(20)

125 N Moonlight, Gardner, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 160 children

Parents consistently praise Children's Lighthouse in Gardner for exceptional care, education, and child development across all age groups. The facility is noted for its caring and experienced staff, strong management, clean environment, and engaging curriculum that prepares children for school. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially.

caring and attentive staffexperienced with infants and all agesstrong leadership and management teamfocus on education and child development

Little Building Blocks Day Care LLC

4.38 score

4.5(15)

813 E Lincoln Lane, Gardner, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

Parents consistently praise Little Building Blocks for its caring, engaged staff and strong developmental focus. Families report their children have thrived academically and emotionally, with particular appreciation for daily communication via updates, photos, and the HiMama app. The facility is described as clean, well-maintained, and providing a family-like environment.

Caring and engaged staffdaily photo and progress updateschild development and learning focusclean and well-maintained facility

Open Arms Lutheran Child Development Center

3.92 score

3.9(19)

306 E Madison, Gardner, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 122 children

Parents consistently praise Open Arms as an exceptional daycare with caring, nurturing staff and strong curriculum preparation for kindergarten. The facility offers unique amenities like a year-round gym, excellent summer programming with field trips, and school-age transportation services. Families report feeling welcomed and viewing staff as an extension of their family.

Caring and patient staffstrong kindergarten preparationwell-maintained facilityyear-round gym

Child Daycare & Preschools in Gardner, Kansas

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Gardner, Kansas, making up 60% of the 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Gardner, 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 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Gardner, Kansas, out of 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Gardner, 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

Gardner offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 Gardner for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Gardner 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.

6 Child Daycare & Preschools in Gardner, Kansas

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gardner

Top Rated

Little Peoples Place LLC

Little Building Blocks Day Care LLC

Kiddie Corner

Open Arms Lutheran Child Development Center

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Daycare types in Gardner