Little Sprouts Daycare LLC
402 EMPORIA ST, HAVILAND, KS 67059Childery 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 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (13), Children's Records & Files (8), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (5). Of 39 total findings, 4 were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Jan 6, 20262 Findings2 Administrative
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
There is no impact-absorbent surfacing material underneath the outdoor climbing equipment that is above four feet in height.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
There is a climbing play equipment in the outdoor play area without anchors.
Nov 5, 202514 Findings2 Critical5 Important7 Administrative
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
Laundry detergent and cleaning supplies stating to keep out of reach of children are accessible to children. There is a bottle of toilet bowl cleaner accessible to children in the bathroom. Provider corrected all at the time of the survey.
- Telephone; Emergency Medical Treatment; Reporting RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-127
Two of nine child files reviewed do not have a current emergency medical treatment form.
- Parental Permission for Children to Go Off-premises.K.A.R. 28-4-124
One of nine child files reviewed does not have an off premise permission form.
- Health of Persons 16 Years or Older in Child Care FacilitiesK.A.R. 28-4-126
Two of two staff files reviewed do not have a health status form.
- Safety and Emergency ProceduresK.A.R. 28-4-128
There are no tornado drills for September and October of 2025.
- Safety and Emergency ProceduresK.A.R. 28-4-128
There are no fire drills for September and October of 2025.
- Child Care PracticesK.A.R. 28-4-132
There is not a copy of diaper changing procedures posted.
- Children's Medical RecordsK.A.R. 28-1-20(d)
One of nine child files reviewed do not have current immunizations.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
There is a a climbing play equipment in the outdoor play area without anchors.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
One pack of cigarettes and a lighter are accessible to children in care. Provider corrected this at the time of the survey.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
There is no impact-absorbent surfacing material underneath the outdoor climbing equipment that is above four feet in height.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
The outdoor play area consists an overgrowth of large weeds protruding from the ground and is accessible to children. There are two containers of standing water in the outdoor play area accessible to children in care.
- Health Care Requirements for Children Under 16 Years of Age and RecordkeepingK.A.R. 28-4-117
- Health Care Requirements for Children Under 16 Years of Age and RecordkeepingK.A.R. 28-4-117
Three of nine child files reviewed do not have a completed medical history.
Nov 15, 20241 Finding1 Administrative
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
Facility does not have a 2A 10B:C fire extinguisher.
Jun 10, 20247 Findings1 Critical4 Important2 Administrative
- Background ChecksK.A.R. 28-4-125
Per collateral interviews, facility/program did not submit identifying information for one individual as required to complete background checks.
- Daily Care of ChildrenK.A.R. 28-4-116
Per collateral contacts, unlabeled bottles of breast milk are sent to the facility and stored in the refrigerator.
- Daily Care of ChildrenK.A.R. 28-4-116a
Per collateral interviews, a toy bar is suspended over the pack and play which is used to nap a five month old infant.
- Daily Care of ChildrenK.A.R. 28-4-116a
Per collateral interviews, a five month old infant regularly naps in the bassinet level of a pack and play.
- Daily Care of ChildrenK.A.R. 28-4-116a
Per collateral interviews, and infant napped with a blanket regularly between 7 months and 12 months of age.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
A hammer and drill bit set were on a low shelf in an unlocked closet. Five pairs of adult scissors and a hole punch were on a low shelf near the front door. Two pairs of adult scissors were on top of the provider's desk. All items were accessible to children at the time of survey on 6/10/24
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
Per collateral interview and while on cite, it was confirmed there is a black moldy substance on the ceiling vent, in the kitchen.
Nov 3, 202315 Findings1 Critical7 Important7 Administrative
- Telephone; Emergency Medical Treatment; Reporting RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-127
Four of seven child files reviewed are missing or have an incomplete emergency medical release.
- Daily Care of ChildrenK.A.R. 28-4-116
A 21 month old's nose and upper lip are covered in dried mucus.
- Parental Permission for Children to Go Off-premises.K.A.R. 28-4-124
Per provider statement, they occasionally walk to the local park. Off- premises permission forms are not available for review.
- Health of Persons 16 Years or Older in Child Care FacilitiesK.A.R. 28-4-126
A volunteer does not have a negative TB test on file.
- Safety and Emergency ProceduresK.A.R. 28-4-128
Fire drills have not been recorded since August 2023.
- Safety and Emergency ProceduresK.A.R. 28-4-128
Tornado drills have not been recorded since July 2023.
- Child Care PracticesK.A.R. 28-4-132
A 21 month old does not have a change of clothes available. Corrected at time of survey.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Child Care PracticesK.A.R. 28-4-132
There is urine in two potty chairs. One appears to be fresh, the other is fully dried. Per provider statement potty chairs are sanitized daily.
- Children's Medical RecordsK.A.R. 28-1-20(d)
One of seven child files does not have a current immunization record on file.
- Initial and Ongoing Professional Development TrainingK.A.R. 28-4-114a
Provider does not have record of orientation on file. Per provider's statement, a volunteer has not completed orientation.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
The carpet under the table where children eat has not been swept recently. There are noodles from a previous day's meal on the carpet. Per provider statement breakfast consisted of cereal and milk; lunch has not yet been served.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
Five uncovered outlets are accessible to children in care.
- FacilityK.A.R. 28-4-115
A bottle of bleach and a bottle of fish tank chemicals are labeled "keep out of reach of children and are within reach of children in care. Corrected at time of survey.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Health Care Requirements for Children Under 16 Years of Age and RecordkeepingK.A.R. 28-4-117
One of seven child files reviewed has an incomplete medical record.
- Health Care Requirements for Children Under 16 Years of Age and RecordkeepingK.A.R. 28-4-117
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