Daycare in Kansas
Find licensed daycare centers and home-based childcare providers across Kansas. Browse by city or use our search to find options near you.
Average Daycare Costs in Kansas
* Costs vary by location, facility type, and program. These are state averages for full-time care.
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Types of Daycare in Kansas
Licensed Daycare Centers
Commercial facilities licensed by Kansas to provide group childcare. Centers must meet state standards for safety, staff qualifications, and child-to-staff ratios.
- • State-licensed and inspected
- • Structured educational programs
- • Multiple age-appropriate classrooms
- • Full-time and part-time options
Family Childcare Homes
Licensed providers who care for children in their home. Kansas regulates home-based providers to ensure safe environments and appropriate care.
- • Home-like environment
- • Smaller group sizes
- • Often more flexible schedules
- • Mixed age groups
Kansas Licensing Agency
Required Staff Ratios
| Age Group | Kansas Requires | NAEYC Recommends |
|---|---|---|
| Infants | 1:3 | 1:3 |
| Toddlers | 1:5 | 1:4 |
| Preschool | 1:12 | 1:8 |
| School Age | 1:15 | 1:10 |
Kansas has one of the strictest infant ratios in the nation (1:3).
Childcare Assistance
Child Care Subsidy Program
Administered by: DCF
Income Eligibility
85% of State Median Income
Quality Rating System
Links to Quality
Kansas uses a 5-level quality rating system. Look for rated providers for assurance of quality.
Find rated providersState Pre-K Program
Kansas Preschool Pilot
Who qualifies: 4-year-olds
Income: At-risk criteria
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