
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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All About Kids Toddler Division in Wichita receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring, attentive staff, faith-based curriculum, clean facility, and competitive pricing. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and learning significantly.
Adventure Planet 1 has highly polarized reviews with strong praise from some parents and serious concerns from others. Positive reviews highlight caring staff, good facilities (including tornado shelter), and responsive management. Negative reviews cite inadequate supervision, poor hygiene practices, failure to address behavioral issues constructively, and lack of communication about incidents.
One parent reported failed communication during a brief nine-day enrollment, while another described being abruptly dismissed after the director accused their four-year-old of exhibiting sexual abuse behaviors. The second reviewer detailed incidents involving age-appropriate curiosity that were misinterpreted by staff, leading to false CPS reports and a board meeting that excluded the parents.
New Song Academy has highly polarized reviews. Two parents praise the Christ-centered curriculum and staff, while nine parents report serious concerns about director Phyllis's unprofessional and dismissive behavior, inconsistent policy enforcement, inappropriate staff conduct toward children, and high staff turnover.
Reviews are polarized with strong praise from some parents highlighting caring staff and quality care, while others report serious concerns about staff inattentiveness, unprofessional behavior, and inadequate supervision. Parents who had positive experiences emphasized the staff's passion and family-like treatment of children.
Parents consistently praise this Kindercare location for its caring, attentive staff and positive learning environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show academic progress and developmental milestones. The center director Georgetta is frequently highlighted for her responsiveness and communication with families.
Tree House Learning Center receives mostly 5-star reviews praising staff warmth, academic preparation, cleanliness, and communication. However, three 1-star reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate diaper changes, unprofessional staff conduct, and poor customer service during enrollment.
La Petite Academy E 21st receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and experienced staff, structured activities, and welcoming environment that helps children transition smoothly and thrive. The facility's live camera access and communication app are frequently highlighted as valuable features for parent peace of mind.
One parent reports that La Petite Academy in Wichita offers a clean, structured curriculum with caring teachers, noting their daughter's positive development in social and academic skills. The reviewer highlights the program's enrichment activities and recommends it for children from infancy through school age.
KinderCare Thurman receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility's cleanliness, spacious layout, and engaging educational environment. Parents consistently highlight the caring and skilled staff, hands-on director Jessica/Shanna, and strong communication with families. Children are reported to love attending and show measurable learning and development progress.
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