11 Before or After School Daycare in Kansas City, Kansas

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kansas City

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

   Pandarama II Pre-K School Age Center

   4.77 score

   5(17)

   1118 N 7th, Kansas City, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 148 children

   Parents consistently praise PANDARAMA II PRE-K SCHOOL AGE CENTER for its caring and welcoming staff who treat children like family. Reviewers highlight strong communication with teachers, developmental progress, and the center's supportive community approach. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no complaints mentioned.

   Caring and passionate staffexcellent communication with parentsdevelopmental progress trackingpersonalized attention
2. 2

   Back 2 Basics II Learning Center

   4.74 score

   5(14)

   1500 N 38 St, Kansas City, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Back 2 Basics II Learning Center (also referred to as Little Hands Childcare) receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, supportive environment and dedicated staff led by Ms. Alicia. Parents consistently highlight strong teacher-child relationships, effective communication, safety, cleanliness, and age-appropriate learning that prepares children for kindergarten.

   Caring and supportive staffsafe and clean facilitystrong teacher-child relationshipseffective parent communication
3. 3

   Oak Ridge Missionary Baptist Church

   4.72 score

   4.9(20)

   9301 Parallel Pkwy, Kansas City, KS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 200 children

   Oak Ridge Missionary Baptist Church is a highly-regarded religious facility in Kansas City, Kansas with a 4.9/5 rating. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, loving atmosphere, spiritual connection, and community support. The church offers educational programs, youth activities, and multiple worship services throughout the week.

   Loving and welcoming congregationstrong spiritual presencepastor's emphasis on education and scholarshipsyouth programs and family activities
4. 4

   Tots And Tales Child Care Center

   4.67 score

   5(10)

   9000 State Ave, Kansas City, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

   Parents consistently praise Tots and Tales Child Care Center for its quality education and supportive environment. Reviews highlight excellent teachers, well-rounded curriculum, and personalized attention to each child's development. The management is noted as approachable and the facility offers diverse activities and well-planned events.

   Excellent teachersquality curriculumholistic child developmentpersonalized attention
5. 5

   Project Eagle Educare Of Kansas City

   4.62 score

   4.9(11)

   444 Minnesota Ave, Kansas City, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 132 children

   Project Eagle Educare receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the dedicated, caring staff, strong security measures, clean facilities, and quality early education curriculum for infants through pre-K students. Multiple parents note their children are happy and learning in a welcoming environment.

   dedicated and caring staffwarm and respectful environmentstrong securityclean and professional facilities
6. 6

   Tender Hearts INC

   4.58 score

   5(7)

   2035 N 82nd St, Kansas City, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

   Tender Hearts Inc receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, family-oriented environment and experienced staff. Parents consistently report that their children are happy, well-cared for, and thriving developmentally at this center. The owners are noted as local, longstanding members of the community who treat children like their own.

   caring and loving stafffamily-like atmospherechild development supportindividualized attention to eating/feeding
7. 7

   Bethel Neighborhood Center

   4.56 score

   4.7(20)

   14 South 7th St, Kansas City, KS · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 52 children

   Bethel Neighborhood Center receives consistently high praise for its community-focused mission and compassionate staff. Reviews highlight the center's role as a valuable resource for families, particularly for food assistance and community support services. Parents appreciate the caring, helpful staff and the center's commitment to serving those in need.

   Compassionate and caring staffQuick appointment schedulingCommunity support servicesFood assistance resource
8. 8

   Little Lambs Learning Center

   4.5 score

   5(5)

   3033 N 103 Terr, Kansas City, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

   Little Lambs Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents across multiple locations. Parents praise the caring and passionate staff, structured curriculum, and welcoming environment where children feel safe and loved.

   caring and passionate staffwelcoming environmentquality learning and curriculumsafe care
9. 9

   Central States Conference Freedom School

   4.48 score

   4.6(20)

   3310 Garfield Ave, Kansas City, KS · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

   This facility appears to be a religious conference center rather than a daycare, based on reviews mentioning worship services, camp meetings, and religious experiences. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, community spirit, and quality of spiritual programming.

   Warm and welcoming atmospherefriendly and courteous peoplequality choir and worship servicescaring leadership that goes above and beyond to help those in need
10. 10

    Stony Point Christian Church Preschool

    4.47 score

    4.7(10)

    151 S 78th St, Kansas City, KS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 18 children

    Reviews praise Stony Point Christian Church Preschool as a welcoming, Christ-centered community with genuinely caring staff and members. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, spacious environment, and active community outreach including food pantry services and charitable initiatives.

    Warm and welcoming atmosphereBible-centered messagescommunity service programsfood pantry assistance

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