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Licensed Daycare in Arcadia, Kansas

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

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 Arcadia 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 Arcadia typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Arcadia?

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 .

Use this page to find a licensed daycare or preschool program close to you. All facilities below appear in the state's public licensing roster.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$900/mo

Kansas avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Arcadia

ChildCare Aware reports the Kansas average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Arcadia 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: 48 kids

ZIP codes covered

66711 2

Program types in Arcadia

Head Start Center

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Arcadia licensed centers

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M Before/After School

Manhattan Sunflower Daycare #79

Arcadia

School Age (5+) Cap 54

W Head Start

Wichita Creative Kids #158

Arcadia

2 years - 12 years Cap 43

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Arcadia, Kansas?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Arcadia, 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 Arcadia?

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 Arcadia 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 Arcadia typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Arcadia?

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 Arcadia 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.