How do I choose the right daycare in Leavenworth?

When choosing a daycare in Leavenworth, 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 Leavenworth?

Leavenworth offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Leavenworth, Kansas (11 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 Leavenworth for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Leavenworth

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.

Trinity Lutheran Tender Loving Care Child Care Center

4.34 score

4.5(11)

2101 10 Ave, Leavenworth, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

Reviews are not relevant to the daycare center itself; most describe Trinity Lutheran Church's community outreach programs including Christmas meals, food/clothing assistance, and volunteer opportunities. One review mentions children enjoying a VBS Safari week event.

Warm and welcoming atmospherekind and pleasant staff/volunteerscommunity-focused programswell-organized events

Womens Community Y Child Dev Center

4.33 score

4.6(6)

520 South Broadway St, Leavenworth, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children

Parents overwhelmingly praise Women's Community Y Child Dev Center for its educational quality, small class sizes, caring staff, and structured programming. Multiple long-term parents report their children learned significantly and went on to kindergarten well-prepared. One parent strongly advises against the facility without providing specific reasons.

Organized lesson plansinteractive curriculumkind and energetic teacherssmall class sizes

Stay And Play Child Care Center

3.6 score

3.2(5)

1401 Metropolitan St, Leavenworth, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 21 children

Stay and Play Child Care Center receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback highlights friendly, caring staff and children's enjoyment. However, serious concerns include alleged HIPAA violations, inadequate supervision, staff conduct issues, safety hazards, and ongoing investigations into employee conduct.

Friendly and caring staffchildren enjoy attendinggood care quality

Child Daycare & Preschools in Leavenworth, Kansas

There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Leavenworth, Kansas, making up 58% of the 19 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 Leavenworth, 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 11 child daycare & preschools daycares in Leavenworth, Kansas, out of 19 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 Leavenworth, 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

Leavenworth offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Leavenworth for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Leavenworth 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.

11 Child Daycare & Preschools in Leavenworth, Kansas

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Leavenworth

Top Rated

Trinity Lutheran Tender Loving Care Child Care Center

Womens Community Y Child Dev Center

Jack And Jill Preschool Extended Care

Old King Cole Preschool & Day Care Center

Stay And Play Child Care Center

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