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81 Before or After School Daycare in Wichita, Kansas

Browse all 81 before or after school daycare in Wichita, Kansas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wichita

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
    Westwood Preschool
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    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.

    Caring and creative teachersplay-based learning philosophykindergarten preparationsafe community environment
  2. 2
    Plaza De Los Ninos
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    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.

    Clean and spacious facilityfriendly and patient stafffree printing and faxing servicesfree Wi-Fi and computers
  3. 3

    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.

    Clean facilitykind and caring staffsafe environmentdevelopmental progress
  4. 4

    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.

    Friendly and pleasant staffcomprehensive services including food and toiletriesdiaper assistance in multiple sizesclothing available
  5. 5

    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.

    Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-parent communicationclean facilityvariety of toys and learning materials
  6. 6

    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.

    Kind and dedicated staffexcellent communication via appsafe environmentstaff expertise with special needs
  7. 7

    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.

    Preschool program qualitywelcoming and friendly environmentclean facilitiescaring staff
  8. 8

    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.

    Welcoming and inclusive communitycaring pastors and staffChrist-centered curriculumquality academic education
  9. 9

    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.

    welcoming atmosphereloving communityquality sermonscaring pastors
  10. 10

    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.

    Zoo facilities are niceZOOBILEE event features free food and drinkslive musiccharitable fundraiser

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Wichita based on parent reviews

Chapel Hill Fellowship

4.7(20)

1550 N Chapel Hill, Wichita, KS

Chapel Hill Fellowship operates a preschool program within a church setting. Parents praise the teachers and staff for their enthusiasm and individual attention to students. The facility is well-organized and communicates regularly with families through photos and activity updates.

Caring and enthusiastic teachers and staffwell-organized and efficient systemsregular communication with parents through photos

Linwood Recreation Center Sac

4.5(20)

1901 S Kansas, Wichita, KS

Linwood Recreation Center SAC in Wichita is a school-based facility that receives consistently high praise from users. Reviews highlight excellent staff, instructors, and a welcoming community atmosphere across various programs including dance, fitness, and tumbling classes.

Friendly and caring staffqualified instructorsgood facility amenities

Edgemoor Recreation Center Sac

4.5(20)

5815 East 9, Wichita, KS

Edgemoor Recreation Center is a school-based facility in Wichita that offers diverse programs including summer camps, fitness classes, martial arts, and recreational activities. Parents consistently praise the clean facilities, skilled instructors, and helpful staff across all offerings.

Clean and safe facilitiesskilled and passionate instructorskind and helpful staff

Evergreen Recreation Center

4.4(20)

2700 Woodland, Wichita, KS

Evergreen Recreation Center is a multi-purpose facility that serves as both a recreational space and community resource hub. Parents praise its clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly staff, and variety of amenities including computer access and event space. Children enjoy the outdoor recreational areas for active play.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffexcellent customer service

Orchard Recreation Center School Age Center

4.4(20)

4808 W 9 St, Wichita, KS

Orchard Recreation Center School Age Center is a highly-rated community facility offering diverse programs and recreational amenities. Parents praise the well-maintained grounds, helpful staff, and variety of activities including classes, sports facilities, and pool access. The center serves as a safe, accessible space for children and families.

Excellent staff and directordiverse classes and programsmultiple recreational facilities (gym

Osage Recreation Center School Age Program

4.3(20)

2121 W 31 Street South, Wichita, KS

Parents praise the Osage Recreation Center as a fun, family-friendly facility with excellent amenities including a splash pad, basketball courts, and open park space. The facility is well-maintained with recent upgrades and offers good shade and seating. However, some concerns have been raised about maintenance issues.

splash padbasketball courtsopen park area

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Before or After School Daycare in Wichita, Kansas

There are 81 before or after school daycare in Wichita, Kansas, making up 42% of the 191 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 Wichita, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Before or After School Daycare in Wichita

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Chapel Hill Fellowship
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Chapel Hill Fellowship operates a preschool program within a church setting. Parents praise the teachers and staff for their enthusiasm and individual attention to students. The facility is well-organized and communicates regularly with families through photos and activity updates.

Caring and enthusiastic teachers and staffwell-organized and efficient systemsregular communication with parents through photos
Address
1550 N Chapel Hill, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 684-4111
Linwood Recreation Center Sac
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Linwood Recreation Center SAC in Wichita is a school-based facility that receives consistently high praise from users. Reviews highlight excellent staff, instructors, and a welcoming community atmosphere across various programs including dance, fitness, and tumbling classes.

Friendly and caring staffqualified instructorsgood facility amenities
Address
1901 S Kansas, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 337-7919
Edgemoor Recreation Center Sac
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Edgemoor Recreation Center is a school-based facility in Wichita that offers diverse programs including summer camps, fitness classes, martial arts, and recreational activities. Parents consistently praise the clean facilities, skilled instructors, and helpful staff across all offerings.

Clean and safe facilitiesskilled and passionate instructorskind and helpful staff
Address
5815 East 9, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 688-8939
Evergreen Recreation Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Evergreen Recreation Center is a multi-purpose facility that serves as both a recreational space and community resource hub. Parents praise its clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly staff, and variety of amenities including computer access and event space. Children enjoy the outdoor recreational areas for active play.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffexcellent customer service
Address
2700 Woodland, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 303-3803
Orchard Recreation Center School Age Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Orchard Recreation Center School Age Center is a highly-rated community facility offering diverse programs and recreational amenities. Parents praise the well-maintained grounds, helpful staff, and variety of activities including classes, sports facilities, and pool access. The center serves as a safe, accessible space for children and families.

Excellent staff and directordiverse classes and programsmultiple recreational facilities (gym
Address
4808 W 9 St, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 337-7924
Boston Recreation Center Sac
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Boston Recreation Center SAC is a school-based facility in Wichita, Kansas with a 4.3/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the friendly staff, well-maintained facilities including playgrounds, sports courts, and indoor recreation amenities. However, some concerns include temperature control issues and discrepancies between advertised and actual operating hours.

friendly and welcoming staffnice facilitiesplayground
Address
6655 E Zimmerly, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 688-8930
Osage Recreation Center School Age Program
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Parents praise the Osage Recreation Center as a fun, family-friendly facility with excellent amenities including a splash pad, basketball courts, and open park space. The facility is well-maintained with recent upgrades and offers good shade and seating. However, some concerns have been raised about maintenance issues.

splash padbasketball courtsopen park area
Address
2121 W 31 Street South, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 337-7909
Ymca- Northwest Branch Camp
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

This is not a daycare center but rather a YMCA fitness facility in Wichita, Kansas. Reviews consistently praise the clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and good value for membership. The only concern raised relates to outdated administrative processes with redundant paper forms and digital data entry.

Excellent customer service and friendly staffclean and well-maintained facilitiescomprehensive equipment and amenities including pools an
Address
13838 W 21st St North, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 264-4161
Horace Mann School Age Program
Before or After School Daycare
4

Horace Mann School Age Program receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the dedicated teachers, engaged principal, and clean facilities, though a minority express concerns about management style and overall experience.

Dedicated and prideful teachersinvolved principalclean facilities
Address
1243 N Market, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3310
Rainbows United Kids Cove
Before or After School Daycare
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Address
2258 North Lakeway Circle, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 945-5711
Wichita Ymca Martin Elementary Sacc
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2342 N 159th St E, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 264-4075
Isely Elementary School Age Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2500 E 18th, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3820
White School Aged Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5148 S Kansas, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3125
Jackson Elementary School Age Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2717 N Woodlawn, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3120
Gammon School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3240 N Rushwood, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3490
Harry Street School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1605 S Market, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3070
College Hill School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
211 N Clifton, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3960
Lawrence School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3440 Maple, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3990
Mccollom Elementary School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1201 Waddington, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3035
Peterson School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
9710 W Central, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3041
Kelly Elementary Child Care Center
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3143 South Millwood Street, Wichita, KS
Phone
(973) 973-3415
Buckner School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3530 E 27th St North, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3935
Kensler School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1030 Wilbur Lane, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3135
Ok School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1607 N West St, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3060
Bostic T M School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8103 East Gilbert, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3180
Payne School Age Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1601 S Edwards, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3785
Wichita Ymca Hillside Christian Sacc
Before or After School Daycare

Parents praise Wichita YMCA Hillside Christian SACC as a welcoming community with a lovely facility. Reviews highlight the church's strong biblical teaching and caring approach. All reviews are positive with no criticisms mentioned.

Great communitylovely buildingcaring staff
Address
8330 East Douglas, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 264-4161
Christ Community Kids Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2130 S Webb Rd, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 689-9836
Wichita Ymca Midtown Resource Cntr
Before or After School Daycare

Note: Reviews appear to be for the YMCA fitness facility, not the daycare center. Reviewers praise the downtown Wichita YMCA location for its spacious layout, extensive equipment, friendly staff, and amenities including pool, sauna, and steam room. Most concerns relate to parking limitations and facility maintenance.

Spacious and open layoutextensive gym equipmentfriendly and professional staff
Address
1150 N Broadway, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 264-4161
Cessna Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2101 W 45th St S, Wichita, KS
Phone
(316) 973-3693

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Frequently asked questions

There are 81 before or after school daycares in Wichita, Kansas, out of 191 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 Wichita, 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
Wichita offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 98 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 8 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 81 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 Wichita for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Wichita 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.