Licensed Daycare in Waterville, Kansas

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

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 Waterville 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 Waterville typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Waterville?

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 .

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$900/mo

Kansas avg infant

1:3

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Waterville

ChildCare Aware reports the Kansas average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Waterville 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: 78 kids

ZIP codes covered

66548 2

Program types in Waterville

Preschool Program

1 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

All Waterville licensed centers

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W Group Care

Wichita Generations Daycare #132

Waterville

School Age (5+) Cap 112

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

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Waterville, Kansas?

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

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 Waterville 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 Waterville typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Waterville?

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 Waterville 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.