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Best Headstart Programs in Leavenworth, KS

Compare 1 headstart programs in Leavenworth. Average rating: 4.46/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Leavenworth, Kansas at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.46/5
Parent reviews
46
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Leavenworth has 1 licensed headstart programs with 46 parent reviews averaging 4.46/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 66048 zip code, averaging 4.46 stars across 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

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.

  1. 1
    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
  2. 2
    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
  3. 3
    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

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Leavenworth

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Leavenworth, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.46avg rating
11 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
7 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Leavenworth zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
6604819
4.46
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Leavenworth (20–88 children)

Small

up to 30 children

8

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Leavenworth

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 7

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Headstart Programs in Leavenworth, Kansas

There are 1 headstart programs in Leavenworth, Kansas, making up 5% 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Leavenworth have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.46 stars. Our analysis covers 46 parent reviews.

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.

All Headstart Programs in Leavenworth

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Leavenworth County Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
2940 Ralph Bunche Dr, Leavenworth, KS
Phone
(913) 651-1569

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs 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.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Leavenworth have an average Google rating of 4.46 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
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.