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756 Child Daycare & Preschools in Kansas

Browse 756 child daycare & preschools across Kansas. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Kansas

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Kansas can make the decision-making process smoother.

Kansas has about 1,251 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Kansas. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Kansas

There are 1,251 daycares in Kansas: 87 headstart facilities, 366 before/after school centers, 42 religious facility daycares, and 756 childcare and preschool centers.

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Saint Pauls Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews consistently praise Saint Pauls Preschool as a welcoming and inclusive community that accepts people of all backgrounds without judgment. Parents highlight the supportive atmosphere, quality music programming, and the church's mission to serve others unconditionally. One review criticized the church's progressive theology.

Inclusive and welcoming environmentnon-judgmental communitysupportive atmosphere
Address
7740 Lackman Rd, Lenexa, KS
Phone
(913) 631-1010
Little Treasures Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

These reviews appear to be for Hope Chapel church, not Little Treasures Learning Center daycare. The reviews cannot be used to assess the daycare's quality as they describe a religious institution rather than childcare services.

None applicable - reviews are for wrong facility
Address
12480 S Blackbob Road, Olathe, KS
Phone
(913) 829-9073
Little Peoples Place LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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 team
Address
125 N Moonlight, Gardner, KS
Phone
(913) 856-6866
Canterbury Academy At Prairie Ridge
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Canterbury Academy at Prairie Ridge in Olathe receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, strong communication, safe learning environment, and positive impact on their children's development and enthusiasm for attending.

Caring and professional staffExcellent communication with parentsSafe and clean facility
Address
11197 South Ambassador Drive, Olathe, KS
Phone
(913) 894-4510
Tender Hearts INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Tender Hearts Inc is a home care agency (not a traditional daycare) that receives consistently excellent reviews for providing compassionate, professional care for elderly and ill clients. Parents and family members praise the owner Patty Prange's personal attention, the careful selection and training of caregivers, and the responsive, caring approach to meeting clients' needs.

Highly trained and carefully vetted caregiversCompassionate and professional serviceOwner's personal involvement and responsiveness
Address
11740 W 77th St, Lenexa, KS
Phone
(913) 962-2220
Elf Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

ELF Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, caring staff, clean facility, and family-like environment. However, one parent reported significant concerns including high teacher turnover in primary classrooms, inadequate bullying prevention, and unprofessional teacher behavior toward their child.

Caring and friendly staffclean facilityfamily-oriented atmosphere
Address
5200 East 31 Street South, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 684-4170
Little Pals Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Little Pals Day Care Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's care quality, communication, and nurturing approach. However, one parent reported a serious hygiene incident and poor handling of the complaint, along with inconsistent communication about COVID policies.

Excellent staffpotty training supportgood communication with parents
Address
2739 N Hillside St, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 684-4386
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Tutor Time on West Maple in Wichita receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting excellent staff, individualized care, educational programming, and strong parent-teacher partnerships. Parents particularly commend the center's trauma-informed approach, emotional support for children, and live camera access.

Warm and passionate stafftrauma-informed and whole-child carestrong parent-teacher communication and collaborati
Address
10710 W Maple, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 721-1084
Northland Christian Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews consistently praise Northland Christian Day Care Center for its welcoming, friendly atmosphere and strong Christian focus. Parents appreciate the pastoral care, community involvement, and quality ministries for children of all ages. The facility fosters a sense of belonging and spiritual growth among families.

Friendly and welcoming staffstrong Christian teachingquality programs for infants/children/youth
Address
3102 North Topeka Blvd, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 286-6194
Building Blocks Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Building Blocks Child Care Center for its nurturing environment, caring staff, and quality programming. Children across all age groups from infants to pre-K thrive in the clean, colorful facility. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and reluctant to leave at the end of the day.

Friendly and nurturing staffclean and colorful facilitystrong learning environment
Address
620 Sw Lane Ave, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 232-2044
Faith Lutheran Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The reviews provided are for Faith Lutheran Church, not the Early Learning Center daycare program. The church reviews are uniformly positive (all 5/5 ratings) and praise the congregation, worship experience, and community atmosphere, but do not address the daycare center's operations, staff, or childcare services.

Welcoming community environmentBible-based teachingsquality music program
Address
1716 Sw Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 272-2107
Buttons & Bows Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Buttons & Bows Preschool in Russell, Kansas receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and genuine staff, quality educational programs, and strong parent communication through the Brightwheel app. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with staff who treat children with genuine love and attentiveness. One negative review cited a poor interaction with a staff member named Bre.

Caring and genuine staffstrong academic preparation for grade schooleffective communication with parents
Address
425 N Main, Russell, KS
Phone
(785) 483-3535
Family Resource Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
1600 N Walnut, Pittsburg, KS
Phone
(620) 235-5315
Wsu Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
3026 East 21 St N, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 978-8310
Little Pals Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Excellent stafffamily-oriented environmentgood communication with parents
Address
2739 N Hillside, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 652-2739
West Street Toy Box Child Development Center #1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Attentive and caring staffstrong staff-child relationshipsexcellent communication with parents
Address
1312 N West Street, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 942-2223
Kids World Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Staff quality and friendlinesspotty training supportgood communication with parents
Address
1755 N Madison, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 558-8320
Creative Play Preschool At Oakland Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Creative Play Preschool at Oakland Community Center receives consistently high ratings from parents. Reviews highlight the facility's cleanliness, kind staff, affordability, and versatile amenities including games, gym access, and party hosting capabilities. The center is praised for accessibility and community engagement.

Kind and helpful staffclean environmentaffordable pricing
Address
801 Poplar, Topeka, KS
Phone
(785) 368-8379
Heartland Cornerstone
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

ALERT: The reviews provided are for Heartland Worship Center (HWC), a church in Salina, Kansas, not for Heartland Cornerstone daycare center. These reviews discuss church services, pastoral leadership, and worship experiences - not childcare services, staff qualifications, curriculum, or child development.

Unable to assess daycare quality from church reviews
Address
204 S 8th St, Salina, KS
Phone
(785) 309-9500
Womens Community Y Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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 teachers
Address
520 South Broadway St, Leavenworth, KS
Phone
(913) 682-2640
Neighborhood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Neighborhood Learning Center in Junction City receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, excellent communication, and a family-oriented atmosphere where children feel safe and loved. Multiple long-term families express deep gratitude and strong recommendations for the center.

Compassionate and caring staffexcellent parent communicationclean facility
Address
227 W 7 St, Junction City, KS
Phone
(785) 238-8232
Armed Services Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews praise the Armed Services YMCA as a clean, well-maintained fitness facility with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Members highlight the variety of amenities including swimming, water aerobics, equipment, hot tub, sauna, and massage services. The facility offers flexible membership options and is noted as a good place for families and seniors to stay active.

Clean facilityfriendly and knowledgeable staffvariety of exercise equipment
Address
111 E 16 St, Junction City, KS
Phone
(785) 238-8297
First Baptist Preschool And Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews are not actually about the daycare center's services, but rather about the church itself and its community outreach programs. Reviewers praise the church's spiritual teaching, pastoral leadership, and charitable assistance to families in need.

Dedicated volunteerscommunity support and food assistancecaring pastoral staff
Address
315 West Central, El Dorado, KS
Phone
(316) 321-1326
Trinity Lutheran Tender Loving Care Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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 programs
Address
2101 10 Ave, Leavenworth, KS
Phone
(913) 682-2474
Kiddi Kollege Child Care Center 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Kiddi Kollege Child Care Center 2 for its warm, caring staff who treat children like family. Reviews highlight strong child development, excellent communication with parents, cleanliness, and a nurturing environment where children are happy and excited to attend. All 10 reviews gave 5-star ratings, with parents noting long-term staff retention and meaningful teacher-child relationships.

Warm and caring staffchild development and milestone achievementexcellent communication and daily updates via app
Address
4708 Nebraska, Kansas City, KS
Phone
(913) 287-7487
Kiddi Kollege Learning Center #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Kiddi Kollege Learning Center #3 for its warm, caring staff and family-like atmosphere. Children show strong developmental growth and academic progress while parents appreciate daily communication updates, healthy meal options, and genuine teacher-child connections. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting staff professionalism, cleanliness, and child happiness.

Caring and passionate staffstrong developmental and academic growthexce
Address
7502 Nebraska, Kansas City, KS
Phone
(913) 788-8706
Mama Boots Preschool And Child Care Center Lp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Mama Boots Preschool and Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff's care, curriculum quality, and child development outcomes. Parents highlight the center's safe location, strong communication, and supportive environment. One negative review provides no specific details.

experienced and caring staffcurriculum-based learning through playsafe and convenient location
Address
3112 S 51 St, Kansas City, KS
Phone
(913) 262-2846
Asbury Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

NOTE: The reviews provided appear to be for a senior living/rehabilitation facility (Paramount Communities), not the ASBURY STATION daycare center listed. Based on available information, there are no verified parent reviews for ASBURY STATION daycare.

None verified for ASBURY STATION daycare
Address
200 Sw 14th St, Newton, KS
Phone
(316) 804-4609
Mulvane Mothers Day Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews are mixed and largely focus on church activities rather than daycare services. Most reviewers praise the welcoming community and outreach programs, though one reviewer found activities boring.

Great peoplewelcoming atmospheresupportive community
Address
107 S Central, Mulvane, KS
Phone
(316) 777-7944
Lawrence Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Lawrence Montessori School receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, certified teachers and effective Montessori approach. Parents highlight their children's development of independence, academic skills, and enthusiasm for learning across all age groups from infancy through primary. The school's communication with parents and responsive leadership are consistently commended.

Warm and caring teachersMontessori methodologychild development and independence
Address
5005 Legends Drive, Lawrence, KS
Phone
(785) 840-0955

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Frequently asked questions

There are 756 child daycare & preschools daycares across Kansas. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Kansas are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Kansas's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Kansas, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Kansas sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Kansas vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.