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234 MANOR CIRCLE, ALMA, KS 66401Childery 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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 60
- 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 Building & Premises Safety (3), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (2), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (2). Of 11 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Sep 4, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Child Care PracticesK.A.R. 28-4-132
Per collateral contacts, prohibited punishment occurred when a staff member yelled at children on multiple occasions.
- Child Care PracticesK.A.R. 28-4-132
Per collateral contacts, prohibited punishment occurred when a staff member pushed/shoved a child on multiple occasions.
Dec 2, 20246 Findings1 Critical5 Important
- Education and Training RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-428a
One staff member does not have current first aid/CPR certification that included a practical application component.
- Safety and Emergency ProceduresK.A.R. 28-4-128
A tornado drill was not conducted in November 2024.
- Physical PlantK.A.R. 28-4-423
A paper cutter was located in a closet without doors in Room 113.
- Physical PlantK.A.R. 28-4-423
The in unit restrooms contain Swiffer mops with attached bottles of cleaning solution.
- ProgramK.A.R. 28-4-427
Written lesson plans are not available in Room 119.
- Child Care Centers: Food ServiceK.A.R. 28-4-439
One open package of bulk crackers was stored in Room 117 and not in a sealed container. Rooms 117 and 119 had open bulk crackers that were not labeled.
Nov 16, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Terms of LicenseK.A.R. 28-4-421
Room 119 had five children present between the ages of 14 months and 2 years 10 months. Room 119 is licensed for children 12 months-2.5 years, making the facility out of compliance with the terms of the license.
- Infant and Toddler ProgramsK.A.R. 28-4-440
Two bottles were located in the refrigerator in Room 114 with the nipple uncovered.
Oct 19, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Physical PlantK.A.R. 28-4-423
Hot water in Room 113 is 121.6 degrees.
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