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Licensed Daycare in Alden, Kansas

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Alden?

Statewide averages in Kansas run roughly $900/month for infants and $720/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Alden daycares?

All licensed Kansas centers must meet the state minimum: 1:3 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Alden typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Alden?

Kansas families can apply for Kansas Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (888) 369-4777). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$900/mo

Kansas avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Alden

ChildCare Aware reports the Kansas average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Alden vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Kansas families may also qualify for Kansas Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (888) 369-4777).

Full Kansas licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Kansas Department for Children and Families — Child Care Services
Infant ratio: 1:3
Toddler ratio: 1:7
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 35 kids

ZIP codes covered

67512 2

Program types in Alden

Montessori School

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

All Alden licensed centers

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L Licensed Center

Little Genius Leavenworth #18

Alden

Infants & Toddlers Cap 43

O Montessori

Olathe Golden Gate Daycare #97

Alden

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 28

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Alden, Kansas?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Alden, Kansas, sourced from Kansas Department for Children and Families — Child Care Services. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Alden?

Statewide averages in Kansas run roughly $900/month for infants and $720/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Alden daycares?

All licensed Kansas centers must meet the state minimum: 1:3 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Alden typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Alden?

Kansas families can apply for Kansas Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (888) 369-4777). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Alden daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Kansas Department for Children and Families — Child Care Services search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.