
Compare 98 child daycare & preschools in Wichita. Average rating: 4.41/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Wichita has 98 licensed child daycare & preschools with 1,160 parent reviews averaging 4.41/5.48 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 59% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 67206 (avg 4.76 stars), while 67212 has the largest selection (23 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
8007 Maple, Wichita, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Westwood Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, play-based learning approach, and effective kindergarten preparation. Parents consistently highlight the safe, family-like environment, creative activities, and children's enthusiasm for attending.
2601 N Arkansas, Wichita, KS · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 47 children
These reviews do not appear to be for Plaza de Los Niños daycare, but rather for Evergreen Library in Wichita. The reviews praise the library's cleanliness, helpful staff, renovation, community murals, and free services like printing and Wi-Fi.
431 N Waco, Wichita, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Parents consistently praise this daycare for its clean, safe, and welcoming environment with caring and dedicated staff. Children show developmental progress and parents report feeling comfortable and trustworthy with their care. The facility is noted for providing a high-quality, private-school-like experience.
1329 S Terrace, Wichita, KS · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 48 children
Hill Top Head Start Center is consistently praised for its helpful and friendly staff who provide comprehensive support services. Parents highlight the facility's role as a food bank offering food, toiletries, diapers, clothing, counseling referrals, and other resources for families in need. All reviews are positive with no complaints mentioned.
7026 West 21st, Wichita, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children
Parents consistently praise Tutor Time for its caring and well-educated staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental support for children. The center is noted for excellent communication with parents, security measures, and creating a welcoming environment where children are happy to attend. Multiple parents report their children have thrived academically and socially over years of attendance.
2801 West 15th Street, Wichita, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Asbury Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, dedicated staff and safe environment. Parents highlight excellent communication through the app, genuine care for children's wellbeing, and staff expertise including experience with children on the spectrum. The facility is described as meeting or exceeding expectations for quality childcare.
4407 E Douglas, Wichita, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
East Heights United Methodist Preschool receives consistently high ratings from parents and community members. The preschool program is praised for being transformative and high-quality, with families highlighting the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and clean facilities.
600 N Greenwich, Wichita, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children
Holy Cross Lutheran Preschool Daycare Center is highly regarded by families who appreciate its Christ-centered approach, welcoming community, and quality education. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, solid biblical teachings, and strong sense of belonging. The facility serves as both a church and school that families describe as a spiritual and educational home.
1415 S Topeka, Wichita, KS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 128 children
Immanuel Baptist Church Sonseekers receives consistently positive feedback from visitors and members. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality of sermons, and community involvement. The facility is described as a loving, Bible-centered church with caring leadership and nice facilities.
5555 Zoo Blvd, Wichita, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children
These reviews do not appear to be from parents evaluating the daycare itself. Instead, they are reviews of the Sedgwick County Zoo and its events (ZOOBILEE fundraiser and Father's Day car show). No actual daycare parent feedback is present.
Based on 82 daycares with Google ratings in Wichita
Top qualities mentioned across 1,160 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Wichita, based on parent reviews
Wichita zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67206 | 12 | 4.76 | 4 | |
| 67209 | 6 | 4.72 | 4 | |
| 67218 | 10 | 4.63 | 3 | |
| 67211 | 11 | 4.62 | 6 | |
| 67214 | 14 | 4.61 | 6 | |
| 67208 | 7 | 4.6 | 2 | |
| 67212 | 23 | 4.53 | 6 | |
| 67217 | 14 | 4.52 | 2 | |
| 67219 | 8 | 4.47 | 2 | |
| 67220 | 11 | 4.44 | 2 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Wichita (12–320 children)
Small
up to 30 children
30
Medium
31–75 children
67
Large
76–150 children
81
Very Large
150+ children
13
Highest rated daycares in Wichita based on parent reviews
8007 Maple, Wichita, KS
Westwood Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, play-based learning approach, and effective kindergarten preparation. Parents consistently highlight the safe, family-like environment, creative activities, and children's enthusiasm for attending.
431 N Waco, Wichita, KS
Parents consistently praise this daycare for its clean, safe, and welcoming environment with caring and dedicated staff. Children show developmental progress and parents report feeling comfortable and trustworthy with their care. The facility is noted for providing a high-quality, private-school-like experience.
7026 West 21st, Wichita, KS
Parents consistently praise Tutor Time for its caring and well-educated staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental support for children. The center is noted for excellent communication with parents, security measures, and creating a welcoming environment where children are happy to attend. Multiple parents report their children have thrived academically and socially over years of attendance.
2801 West 15th Street, Wichita, KS
Asbury Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, dedicated staff and safe environment. Parents highlight excellent communication through the app, genuine care for children's wellbeing, and staff expertise including experience with children on the spectrum. The facility is described as meeting or exceeding expectations for quality childcare.
4407 E Douglas, Wichita, KS
East Heights United Methodist Preschool receives consistently high ratings from parents and community members. The preschool program is praised for being transformative and high-quality, with families highlighting the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and clean facilities.
600 N Greenwich, Wichita, KS
Holy Cross Lutheran Preschool Daycare Center is highly regarded by families who appreciate its Christ-centered approach, welcoming community, and quality education. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, solid biblical teachings, and strong sense of belonging. The facility serves as both a church and school that families describe as a spiritual and educational home.
Parents searching for childcare in Wichita, Kansas, will find 98 facilities ranging from Lutheran preschools to independent learning centers. Reviews consistently highlight clean facilities, safe environments, and welcoming atmospheres as the defining features of these programs. The 67206 zip code stands out as a neighborhood with particularly high satisfaction across its seven local options.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Wichita have an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 across 82 rated facilities, with 59% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.74 stars. Our analysis covers 1,160 parent reviews. Parents in Wichita most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, welcoming atmosphere, and safe environment.
When choosing a daycare in Wichita, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents highlight the center's caring staff and engaging mix of play and education, while noting that some positive reviews serve to clarify the facility is distinct from a controversial entity referenced in social media videos. Reviewers appreciate the quality of care and events, though they caution others to verify the correct location before engaging with online discussions.
Little Pals Day Care Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's care, communication, and nurturing environment. However, one parent reported a serious hygiene incident and concerns about accountability and transparency regarding COVID policies.
Parents consistently praise West Street Toy Box Child Development Center #1 for its caring, attentive staff who build strong relationships with children and create a home-like environment. The facility maintains high cleanliness standards, communicates regularly with parents through an app with photos and updates, and children show developmental progress and happiness. All reviewers report feeling confident their children are safe and well-cared for.
Kids World Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's care, communication, and nurturing approach. One parent reported a serious hygiene incident and concerns about accountability and transparency regarding COVID policies. The center appears to have strong community support with multiple families recommending it.
Parents consistently praise Corinthian Child Care Center for compassionate, attentive staff who treat children with exceptional care. The facility is noted for staff longevity, cleanliness, competitive pricing, and strong educational preparation for kindergarten. Multiple parents report their children have formed strong bonds with teachers and feel comfortable attending.
Child's Horizon Preschool Daycare in Wichita receives consistent praise from parents. Director Rhonda and her staff are highly regarded for their caring approach, academic preparation, and positive impact on children's social-emotional development. Multiple families have sent multiple children to the center and recommend it to others.
The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare's services, but rather for the church itself and various church events. Most reviewers praise the welcoming community and supportive pastoral staff, though one reviewer reported feeling unwelcome.
Parents consistently praise Friendship Child Development Center for compassionate, attentive staff who treat children with genuine care. The facility is noted for competitive pricing, strong staff retention, clean environment, and effective preparation for kindergarten. Multiple parents report their children have formed strong bonds with teachers and experienced positive transformations after previous negative daycare experiences.
Reviews are mixed and largely unrelated to daycare services. Most reviews praise the facility as an event and studio rental space with a renovated school building, free parking, and welcoming owner. However, one long-term tenant reported serious HVAC issues that were not properly maintained.
All Saints Child Care Center appears to be a church-based facility in Wichita, Kansas. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming, friendly environment and community involvement. Parents highlight positive experiences with leadership and the overall spiritual atmosphere.
Opportunity Project Early Learning Center South receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the clean facility, caring staff, child-centered learning approach, and kindergarten preparation. Most reviewers report excellent experiences with their children developing socially, emotionally, and cognitively. However, one parent raised serious concerns about inadequate child supervision and lack of response to repeated safety incidents.
Note: The reviews provided are for Eastminster Church, not Eastminster Preschool's daycare program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, strong youth and children's programs, multiple worship service options, and spiritual growth opportunities. Parents consistently highlight genuine relationships, biblical teaching, and community involvement as key strengths.
Rainbows United Kids Point receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the center's caring staff, therapists, and individualized approach to child development. Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's speech, behavior, and overall progress, with many noting the staff's patience and genuine care. The facility is credited with building trust and providing valuable early intervention services and resources.
Open Arms Lutheran CDC receives mostly positive reviews praising staff friendliness, educational activities, and Christian environment, though three negative reviews cite poor customer service communication, high child-to-staff ratios, cleanliness concerns, and leadership issues.
Happy Hearts Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational focus, and comfortable environment for children. One parent reported poor communication and being hung up on during a tour inquiry. The center appears to excel in early childhood education and behavioral support.
Rainbow Knowledge Christian Learning Center (operating as Bright Minds) receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring and welcoming staff, structured learning activities, regular communication, and safe environment. The facility has recently undergone renovations and implemented new curriculum under new leadership.
Loving Arms Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and clean facilities, though a small number of parents reported serious safety and management concerns that were not adequately addressed.
One parent describes the staff as exceptional and caring, while another highlights the excellent education and its positive impact on child development.
Adventure Planet receives mostly positive reviews praising staff friendliness, communication, educational focus, and cleanliness. However, two recent 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about hygiene, injury reporting, and customer service that warrant investigation.
This facility receives strong praise for its clean, modern amenities and friendly, professional staff. Most reviewers highlight excellent customer service and well-maintained grounds. However, some operational issues with equipment maintenance and facility systems have been noted.
Reviews are primarily about the YMCA's fitness facilities and amenities rather than child care services. Parents and members praise the welcoming staff, clean facilities, and quality equipment, with particular appreciation for gymnastics programs and group exercise classes.
One parent highlights the center's effectiveness in teaching manners and achieving potty training through a balanced approach of structure and affection. Conversely, other parents report concerns regarding staff defensiveness when questioned about meal labeling and billing discrepancies involving unauthorized charges.
Word of Life Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, educational quality, and daily communication with parents. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about handling children with behavioral challenges and strict illness policies that resulted in frequent absences.
Northridge Academy receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the clean facility, caring staff, strong educational curriculum (including PE, music, STEM, Spanish), and individualized attention to children. However, two parents reported serious concerns including teacher favoritism, poor treatment of children, mishandled injury incidents, and questioned whether the high price justified the services.
Small Wonders Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong communication, and quality care. Parents particularly highlight the personalized attention and family-like atmosphere. One negative review provides no details.
Parents highlight a nurturing environment with engaging activities like tummy time and social games, alongside specific staff members who demonstrate deep care for the children. However, conflicting feedback exists, with one reviewer reporting horrible treatment of children.
Princeton Children's Center receives predominantly positive reviews praising the director Mrs. Regina Miller, staff professionalism, and caring environment, though recent reviews cite concerns about inconsistent care quality, multiple child injuries/bites, and rising costs. The facility has received recognition awards and parents report strong academic outcomes and staff engagement.
All About Kids is a faith-based daycare in Wichita that consistently receives praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming family-like environment. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, affordability compared to competitors, flexibility with scheduling, and strong educational curriculum. The center is noted for its willingness to accommodate special needs, including managing a child's Type 1 diabetes and working with foster families.
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