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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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H Infant Care

Happy Days Manhattan Daycare #64

Topeka

Preschool (2-5) Cap 88

M Infant Care

Manhattan Creative Kids #72

Topeka

Preschool (2-5) Cap 102

T Infant Care

Tiny Tots of Wichita #144

Topeka

Preschool (2-5) Cap 111

W Infant Care

Wichita Primrose School #152

Topeka

Preschool (2-5) Cap 36

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.