Lenexa KinderCare
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
- 203
- 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 4 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (11), Building & Premises Safety (6), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (4). Of 29 total findings, 11 were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Dec 17, 202510 Findings6 Critical2 Important2 Administrative
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428
On October 27, 2025, at 9:03 AM, two children (two to three years of age) were left unsupervised when they left Room 125 and went outside on the playground for up to five minutes without a staff member present.
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428a
Four lead infant teachers in Room 113 do not have record of four hours of infant specific training on file.
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428a
Three staff members do not have record of health and safety training on file.
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428a
Four staff members do not have record of orientation on file.
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428a
Three staff members do not have record of pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR on file.
- Staff QualificationsK.A.R. 28-4-429
On December 12, 2025, a staff member did not demonstrate an understanding of children or act in sound judgement when yelling at another staff member while holding an infant in Room 113. The staff member made the following statements: - "There is an incident every thirty fucking minutes and this is neglect." - "You are covering shit up and I am tired of it." - "I found a new job and none of you know what the fuck you are doing." - "I am fucking over it."
- Health of Individuals at Least 16 Years of AgeK.A.R. 28-4-126
One staff member lacked a current health status form supplied by the department. Three staff members did not have record of negative TB results on file.
- Health Practices; Illness and Abuse; General Health Requirements for StaffK.A.R. 28-4-430
Medical history not on file for one child.
- AdministrationK.A.R. 28-4-426
Four staff members do not have record of scheduled hours on file.
- AdministrationK.A.R. 28-4-426
Three staff members do not have record of work references on file.
Jun 24, 20254 Findings2 Critical1 Important1 Administrative
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428a
The facility does not have an assistant program director.
- Physical PlantK.A.R. 28-4-423
In Room 125, insect repellent lotion and sunscreen are not in locked storage. Corrected at visit.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Staff QualificationsK.A.R. 28-4-429(c)
May 30, 202512 Findings3 Critical7 Important2 Administrative
- Background ChecksK.A.R. 28-4-125
Facility did not submit identifying information for one individual as required to complete background checks. Corrected at visit.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428a
The facility does not have an assistant program director.
- Terms of Temporary Permit or LicenseK.A.R. 28-4-421
Terms of license is not maintained in Room 125 when 7 children are present with ages ranging from 14 months to 4 years.
- Physical PlantK.A.R. 28-4-423
In Room 125 bleach water is stored within children's reach.
- Physical PlantK.A.R. 28-4-423
The trash can in Room 125 is not covered and contains food waste. Corrected at visit.
✓ Corrected at visit
- ProgramK.A.R. 28-4-427
A schedule is not posted in Room 125. Corrected at visit.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Child Care Centers: Food ServiceK.A.R. 28-4-439
Granola and crackers are stored in original containers that are open, not sealed. Cereal is not stored in the original container and is not labeled or dated.
- Child Care Centers: Food ServiceK.A.R. 28-4-439
Cans of applesauce and peaches are stored less than 6 inches above the floor.
- Child Care Centers: Food ServiceK.A.R. 28-4-439
Muffins and blueberries labeled keep frozen are stored in the refrigerator. A package of moldy strawberries are stored in the refrigerator.
- AdministrationK.A.R. 28-4-426
An attendance record is not kept in Room 121 or Room 125. Partially corrected at visit.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Staff QualificationsK.A.R. 28-4-429(c)
Apr 30, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Physical PlantK.A.R. 28-4-423
Teacher scissors are not in locked storage in Room 123. Corrected at visit.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Physical PlantK.A.R. 28-4-423
Sunscreen, toothpaste and essential oils are not in locked storage in Room 123. Corrected at visit.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Child Care Centers: Outside AreaK.A.R. 28-4-437
A small slide is broken on one side. Corrected at visit.
✓ Corrected at visit