Little Leaders of KCK
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
- 79
- 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 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (3), and Curriculum & Developmental Programming (3). Of 23 total findings, 6 were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
May 19, 20251 Finding1 Critical
- Telephone; Emergency Medical Treatment; Reporting RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-127
Working telephone not on premise and available at all time
Mar 10, 20259 Findings3 Critical6 Important
- Background ChecksK.A.R. 28-4-125
Facility did not submit identifying information for two individuals as required to complete background checks.- Corrected by admin at the time of the survey.
- Telephone; Emergency Medical Treatment; Reporting RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-127
Three of ten child files reviewed lacked documentation of current authorization for emergency medical care on file for this facility.
- Physical PlantK.A.R. 28-4-423
Hallway supply closet storing cleaning supplies and household chemicals was not locked at the time of the survey.
- Health of Individuals at Least 16 Years of AgeK.A.R. 28-4-126
One staff file reviewed had no documentation of health status and two lacked negative TB test on file at the time of the survey. -The Health Status form was corrected at the time of the survey.
✓ Corrected at visit
- ProgramK.A.R. 28-4-427
Written lesson plan for Yellow Stars Rm 110 was not accessible at the time of the survey.
- Health Practices; Illness and Abuse; General Health Requirements for StaffK.A.R. 28-4-430
Three of ten child files reviewed lacked complete medical records at the time of the survey.
- Child Care Centers: Outside AreaK.A.R. 28-4-437
Blue wading pool hazard in the outdoor play area adjacent to Purple Diamonds Rm 105 was full of water and leaves at the time of the survey.
- Child Care Centers: ProgramK.A.R. 28-4-438
During 3/10/25 annual survey, Purple Diamonds Rm 105 staff stated infants have not had outdoor time since before winter.- Corrected at time of survey by Program Director.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Child Care Centers: Food ServiceK.A.R. 28-4-439
Two prepared bottles stored in the Purple Diamonds Rm 105 were not appropriately labeled at the time of the survey. One had only the child's name and the other had no labeling.
Aug 7, 20243 Findings2 Important1 Administrative
- Child Care Centers: Napping and SleepingK.A.R. 28-4-436
Two children in Purple Diamond unit were observed resting on bare mats at the time of the onsite complaint survey.
- Child Care Centers: Napping and SleepingK.A.R. 28-4-436
Per witness accounts, children were not allowed to nap when bedding was not available to them.
- AdministrationK.A.R. 28-4-426
Per collateral contacts, sensitive family information is regularly discussed in common areas of the facility allowing unauthorized persons to overhear.
Mar 13, 20249 Findings2 Critical5 Important2 Administrative
- Telephone; Emergency Medical Treatment; Reporting RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-127
One of fourteen child files reviewed had no emergency medical release form on file for review.
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428a
Two of eighteen staff lacked documentation of orientation on file for review.
- ProgramK.A.R. 28-4-427
Purple Diamonds 105 unit had no written program plan available at the time of the survey.
- Health Practices; Illness and Abuse; General Health Requirements for StaffK.A.R. 28-4-430
One of fourteen child files reviewed lacked complete health assessment on file for review.
- Child Care Centers: Food ServiceK.A.R. 28-4-439
Freezer in Green Circles 112 lacked visible thermometer at the time of the survey.- Corrected at the time of the survey.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Infant and Toddler ProgramsK.A.R. 28-4-440
Purple Diamonds 105 unit which recently changed age category within the allowed terms of the license had no barrier to create a separated sleep area at the time of the survey.
- Infant and Toddler ProgramsK.A.R. 28-4-440
One bottle stored in the Purple Diamond 105 unit refrigerator was uncovered. None of the prepared bottles were labeled at the time of the survey.
- AdministrationK.A.R. 28-4-426
Seven of fourteen child files lacked complete contact information of parent or legal guardian at the time of the survey.
- AdministrationK.A.R. 28-4-426
Three of fourteen child records reviewed lacked emergency contact information at the time of the survey.
Dec 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Child Care PracticesK.A.R. 28-4-132
per staff statement and video footage prohibited punishment was used. Child was hit in the mouth and on second occasion child was yanked by the arm.