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Licensed Daycare in Summerfield, Kansas

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

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 Summerfield 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 Summerfield typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Summerfield?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$900/mo

Kansas avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Summerfield

ChildCare Aware reports the Kansas average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Summerfield 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: 55 kids

ZIP codes covered

66541 2

Program types in Summerfield

Head Start Center

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Summerfield licensed centers

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L Head Start

Little Genius Wichita #126

Summerfield

2 years - 12 years Cap 67

M Before/After School

Manhattan KinderSmile #47

Summerfield

School Age (5+) Cap 43

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Summerfield, Kansas?

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

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 Summerfield 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 Summerfield typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Summerfield?

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 Summerfield 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.