How do I choose the right daycare in Manhattan?

When choosing a daycare in Manhattan, 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 Manhattan?

Manhattan offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 17 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Manhattan, Kansas (17 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 Manhattan for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Manhattan

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.

Manhattan Daycare And Learning Centers

3.52 score

3.4(20)

115 Courthouse Plaza, Manhattan, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Manhattan, Kansas

There are 17 child daycare & preschools in Manhattan, Kansas, making up 74% of the 23 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 Manhattan, 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 17 child daycare & preschools daycares in Manhattan, Kansas, out of 23 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 Manhattan, 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

Manhattan offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 17 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Manhattan for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Manhattan 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.

17 Child Daycare & Preschools in Manhattan, Kansas

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Manhattan

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Bebe Language Academy

Ucc Preschool Academy

Hope Lutheran Early Learning Center

Hope Lutheran Early Learning Center West Campus

Oak Grove School Child Care Center

K-State Center For Child Development

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