The Altar Kids Academy
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
- 24
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (6), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (5), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (3). Of 20 total findings, 4 were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Oct 1, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Physical PlantK.A.R. 28-4-423
Hot water in the lavatory accessible to children exceeded 120 degrees F. (127.8)
- Child Care Centers: Outside AreaK.A.R. 28-4-437
The swing set is not safely constructed when a cross bar is loose and presents a hazard.
Oct 4, 202410 Findings4 Critical5 Important1 Administrative
- Background ChecksK.A.R. 28-4-125
Facility has not submitted identifying information for one individual as required to complete background checks.
- Background ChecksK.A.R. 28-4-125
Individuals on-site and background checks results remain pending.
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428a
Room 104 and the Sanctuary units do not have at least one staff member or volunteer present who is counted in the staff-child ratios and has current certifications in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR.
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428a
A staff member counted in the staff-child ratio has not completed health and safety training as was given sole responsibility for the care and supervision of children.
- Health of Individuals at Least 16 Years of AgeK.A.R. 28-4-126
Of seven staff members, a health status form is not on file for two individuals with a start date of 6/17/24 and before.
- Health of Individuals at Least 16 Years of AgeK.A.R. 28-4-126
A negative tuberculosis test or x-ray is not on file for two of seven staff.
- Child Care PracticesK.A.R. 28-4-132
The countertop used for changing diapers was covered with a rubber mesh with holes and was not moisture proof, nonabsorbent, smooth, can trap soil and cannot be easily cleaned.
- Health Practices; Illness and Abuse; General Health Requirements for StaffK.A.R. 28-4-430
- Child Care Centers: Food ServiceK.A.R. 28-4-439
The small refrigerator in Room 100 does not have a thermometer to verify the refrigerator maintains 40 degrees Fahrenheit or lower.
- Children's Medical RecordsK.A.R. 28-1-20(d)
Of 15 children's records, two children have incomplete immunizations on file.
Jun 26, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Child Care PracticesK.A.R. 28-4-132
The diaper changing table in Room 104 is not equipped with a railing or safety straps.
Oct 3, 20237 Findings6 Important1 Administrative
- Other Licensing RequirementK.A.R. 28-1-
A KDHE medical record form is not on file for two of seven children enrolled.
- Child Care PracticesK.A.R. 28-4-132
Changing table does not have a railing or safety straps in Room 2 Littles.
- Health Practices; Illness and Abuse; General Health Requirements for StaffK.A.R. 28-4-430
- Child Care Centers: Food ServiceK.A.R. 28-4-439
Rice and goldfish crackers were opened in the kitchen and not stored in air tight containers. (This was corrected at the time of the survey.)
✓ Corrected at visit
- Child Care Centers: Food ServiceK.A.R. 28-4-439
Children were not encouraged to serve themselves when staff prepare the plates.
- Infant and Toddler ProgramsK.A.R. 28-4-440
Sleeping area is not separated from the play area in Room 2 Littles.
- AdministrationK.A.R. 28-4-426
A record of scheduled hours and days of attendance is not on file for four of seven children enrolled.