How do I choose the right daycare in Topeka?

When choosing a daycare in Topeka, 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

What types of daycare are available in Topeka?

Topeka offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 58 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 2 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 31 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Before or After School Daycare in Topeka, Kansas (31 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Kansas?

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 Topeka for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Topeka

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.

Community Preschool & Extended Day Program

4.55 score

4.8(11)

1811 Fairlawn Rd, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Community Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the dedicated, caring teachers and strong family involvement. Parents highlight excellent communication, engaging learning activities, and a warm, welcoming environment where children thrive both academically and emotionally.

Dedicated and caring teachersstrong teacher-to-student ratioexcellent communication with parentsparent involvement and volunteer opportunities

Lake Rec Reynolds Day Camp

4.48 score

4.7(11)

3325 Se Tinman Circle, Topeka, KS · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

This facility is not actually a daycare but a shelter house and event venue at Lake Rec Reynolds in Topeka. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with guests praising it as an excellent space for weddings, parties, retreats, and community events.

Beautiful grounds and lake locationair-conditioned shelter housefull kitchen with large windowsclean facilities

Northland Christian Day Care Center

4.48 score

4.6(20)

3102 North Topeka Blvd, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

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/youthsense of community

Instructional Sports Camp

4.48 score

4.6(20)

801 Ne Poplar, Topeka, KS · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 96 children

Instructional Sports Camp in Topeka is a school-based facility that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the clean environment, friendly staff, affordable pricing, and versatile amenities including sports equipment and games. The facility is also noted for hosting birthday parties and serving as a community gathering space.

Kind and helpful staffclean environmentvariety of activities (ping pongpool

Creative Play Preschool At Oakland Community Center

4.48 score

4.6(20)

801 Poplar, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

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 pricingaccessible facilities for families with disabilities

Faith Lutheran Early Learning Center

4.46 score

4.6(16)

1716 Sw Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

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 programcaring congregation

Bright Circle Montessori School INC

4.41 score

4.7(7)

401 Sw Oakley Ave, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

Bright Circle Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is commended for its educational quality, caring staff, safe environment, and ability to meet individual children's needs. Parents report their children thrived academically and emotionally during their time there.

Montessori curriculumengaging educational programspatient and adaptive staffstrong safety focus

Adventureland Child Care And Activity Center

4.4 score

4.5(20)

2630 Se California Ave, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

Adventureland Child Care and Activity Center in Topeka receives consistently excellent reviews from parents. Parents praise the caring and communicative staff, safe environment, educational activities, and positive atmosphere that keeps children happy and engaged. Multiple parents report their children have thrived across different age groups, from infants through toddlers.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parents (in-person and app updates)safe environmentdiverse activities and programs

Building Blocks Child Care Center

4.39 score

4.6(9)

620 Sw Lane Ave, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 192 children

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 environmentage-appropriate programming

Creative Play Preschool At Hillcrest Community Center

4.32 score

4.4(20)

1800 Se 21 St, Topeka, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

Creative Play Preschool at Hillcrest Community Center receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 average across all reviews. Parents praise the facility for cleanliness, safety, staff quality, and diverse recreational programs including basketball coaching and taekwondo. The community center is valued as a safe, well-maintained space for children and families.

Clean facilitiesgreat staffsafe environment for kidsbasketball coaching

Before or After School Daycare in Topeka, Kansas

There are 31 before or after school daycare in Topeka, Kansas, making up 34% of the 92 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.

When choosing a daycare in Topeka, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 31 before or after school daycares in Topeka, Kansas, out of 92 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Topeka, 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

Topeka offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 58 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 2 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 31 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 Topeka for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Topeka 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.

31 Before or After School Daycare in Topeka, Kansas

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Topeka

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Lake Rec Reynolds Day Camp

Instructional Sports Camp

Susanna Wesley School Age South

Shawnee North Day Camp

Community First INC

Shawnee South Day Camp

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