Lil Gumdrops Daycare
219 S CIRCLE DR, DERBY, KS 67037Childery Rating: 5/5
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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
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 12
- 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 (6), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3). None of the 16 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Mar 11, 20266 Findings4 Important2 Administrative
- Safety and Emergency ProceduresK.A.R. 28-4-128
The first aid kit does not include an elastic bandage.
- Safety and Emergency ProceduresK.A.R. 28-4-128
Per the provider, procedures for assisting the children to move to a designated shelter-in-place area and to a designated off-premises relocation cite were not practiced by staff members for the 2025-2026 licensure year.
- AnimalsK.A.R. 28-4-131
Current rabies are not on file for the family dog when the vaccine expired 1/6/26.
- Child Care PracticesK.A.R. 28-4-132
A child's diaper was not changed without delay when the child's diaper was soiled for more than 30 minutes. Corrected upon surveyor's request.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
The stairway leading to the basement has more than two stairs and is not railed.
- Health Care Requirements for Children Under 16 Years of Age and RecordkeepingK.A.R. 28-4-117
Of seven children's records, two have incomplete medical records on file.
Jan 17, 202510 Findings4 Important6 Administrative
- Health of Individuals at Least 16 Years of AgeK.A.R. 28-4-126
A negative TB test is not on file for one resident at least 16 years of age.
- Health of Individuals at Least 16 Years of AgeK.A.R. 28-4-126
A health status form is not on file for one individual caring for children.
- Safety and Emergency ProceduresK.A.R. 28-4-128
First aid kit does not include 4x4 gauze pads and a first aid manual.
- Child Care PracticesK.A.R. 28-4-132
A written discipline policy has not been developed.
- Initial and Ongoing Professional Development TrainingK.A.R. 28-4-114a
KDHE approved health and safety training is not on file.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
The outdoor play area is not free from hazards when a metal shed containing a mower and fallen shelving does not have a door; the fence has a broken wood panel; the yard is full of tall twigs that have needle-type stickers; and large sticks are scattered throughout the play area.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
Ammunition is not stored in a locked container or cabinet when stored in a dresser drawer.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
A working smoke detector is not installed in the basement.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
The stairway leading to the lower level and to the basement is not railed and each have more than two stairs.
- Health Care Requirements for Children Under 16 Years of Age and RecordkeepingK.A.R. 28-4-117
Of two children in care, one child does not have a complete medical record on file and one has an incomplete form on file.
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