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Licensed Daycare in Topeka, Kansas

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

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 Topeka 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 Topeka typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Topeka?

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 .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$900/mo

Kansas avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Topeka

ChildCare Aware reports the Kansas average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Topeka 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: 69 kids

ZIP codes covered

66614 3 66611 3 66605 3 66604 3 66618 2 66617 2 66616 2 66615 2

Program types in Topeka

Licensed Group Child Care Home

4 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

4 centers

Head Start Center

4 centers

Before & After School Care

4 centers

All Topeka licensed centers

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A Montessori

ABC Academy Manhattan #73

Topeka

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 117

F Head Start

First Steps Manhattan #70

Topeka

2 years - 12 years Cap 105

G Head Start

Growing Minds Manhattan #62

Topeka

2 years - 12 years Cap 100

G Group Care

Growing Minds Wichita #148

Topeka

School Age (5+) Cap 19

H Infant Care

Happy Days Manhattan Daycare #64

Topeka

Preschool (2-5) Cap 88

H Head Start

Happy Days Wichita Daycare #150

Topeka

2 years - 12 years Cap 112

L Family Daycare

La Petite Academy Manhattan #67

Topeka

School Age (5+) Cap 53

L Montessori

La Petite Academy Wichita #153

Topeka

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 58

L Preschool

Little Hearts Wichita #141

Topeka

Preschool (2-5) Cap 52

M Group Care

Manhattan ABC Childcare #60

Topeka

School Age (5+) Cap 72

M Preschool

Manhattan Bright Beginnings #61

Topeka

Preschool (2-5) Cap 49

M Before/After School

Manhattan Children's Place #63

Topeka

School Age (5+) Cap 95

M Infant Care

Manhattan Creative Kids #72

Topeka

Preschool (2-5) Cap 102

M Group Care

Manhattan Discovery Preschool #68

Topeka

School Age (5+) Cap 82

M Montessori

Manhattan KinderCare #65

Topeka

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 94

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Topeka, Kansas?

Our directory lists 30 licensed childcare centers in Topeka, 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 Topeka?

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 Topeka 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 Topeka typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Topeka?

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 Topeka 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.