Childrens Lighthouse of Olathe
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.5 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.Not Available
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Kansas's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Kansas caps infant ratios at 1:3, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:12. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 16 hours of annual training. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 186
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 9 Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:12 24
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3) and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jun 6, 20252 Findings1 Important1 Administrative
- Physical PlantK.A.R. 28-4-423
The following items were out of locked storage; Hallway: containers of disinfectants and paint cans Room 10: bar keepers friend cleaner and disinfectant All corrected at visit.
✓ Corrected at visit
- AdministrationK.A.R. 28-4-426
One staff file does not include references. Corrected at visit.
✓ Corrected at visit
May 2, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Child Care Centers: Outside AreaK.A.R. 28-4-437
There are two ground drains that are not covered. Corrected at visit.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Child Care Centers: Outside AreaK.A.R. 28-4-437
The geodome climber is 2 feet 9 inches from the concrete sidewalk. Manufacturer recommends a 6 foot fall zone. Corrected at visit.
✓ Corrected at visit