Licensed Daycare in Kansas City, Kansas
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.
Childcare costs in Kansas City
ChildCare Aware reports the Kansas average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Kansas City 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 overviewQuick 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
- 64 kids
All Kansas City licensed centers
Page 1 of 1La Petite Academy Shawnee #41
Kansas City
Shawnee Golden Gate Daycare #49
Kansas City
Wichita Stepping Stones #29
Kansas City
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Search 18 Licensed Centers in Kansas City
Free, no signup, verified directly with Kansas Department for Children and Families — Child Care Services.