Best Daycares in Wichita, KS — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 24 daycares and childcare centers in Wichita based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Wichita

  1. #1 — Ashley's House Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Plymouth Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Discovery Place Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Jacob's Learning Ladder Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Elementary school. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Central Community Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Westwood Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Asbury Child Development Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  8. #8 — West St Toy Box Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Little Lambs Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Bright Minds Early Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — TOP Early Learning Center Northwest Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Little Sprouts Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Bailey's Learning Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Private school. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Princeton Children's Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Joyful Noise Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  16. #16 — The Bug Lady's Science Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Child Start: Shirley Mayes Head Start Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  18. #18 — La Petite Academy Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Child Start: 2nd Street Head Start Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Callahan North Preschool Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  21. #21 — Thurman KinderCare Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  22. #22 — Child Start: Fingerprints Head Start Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

  23. #23 — TOP North Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Word of Life Preschool and Childcare Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Wichita?
Ashley's House Learning Center is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Wichita based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Wichita?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Wichita?
Childcare costs in Wichita vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.