YWCA Kids Quest at Whitson
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
- After School
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 45
- 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 Emergency Preparedness & Drills (5), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). None of the 16 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
May 12, 22012 Findings2 Important
- Administration; Training; RecordkeepingK.A.R. 28-4-582
- Other Licensing RequirementK.A.R. 28-4-590(d)
One child was missing their front side of the health history form.
Aug 20, 20254 Findings4 Important
- Program Plan, Program of Activities, and Use of SpaceK.A.R. 28-4-588
A written program was not available.
- Safety and Emergency Procedures; Reporting RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-592
One out of seven staff files reviewed needs current certification in first aid and CPR on file.
- Safety and Emergency Procedures; Reporting RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-592
Emergency plans need to be updated to include the following Heavy Snow/Blizzard Allergic Reaction and Terrorism.
- Safety and Emergency Procedures; Reporting RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-592
Emergency telephone numbers need to be posted.
Aug 19, 20246 Findings6 Important
- Terms of Temporary Permit or LicenseK.A.R. 28-4-577
Current license was not posted.
- Administration; Training; RecordkeepingK.A.R. 28-4-582
A written confidentiality policy is needed
- Access to the Premises; Safety of Off-premises ActivitiesK.A.R. 28-4-583
Operator shall develop and implement a policy regarding late pick up.
- Background ChecksK.A.R. 28-4-584
One Individual background check results remain pending.
- Background ChecksK.A.R. 28-4-584
Facility did not submit identifying information for one individual as required to complete background checks.
- Staff Member Qualifications; Professional Development Training; Staffing RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-587
Staff child ratio was not maintained for 20 minutes when there was only 1 staff member with 25 school age children. (corrected at visit)
✓ Corrected at visit
Aug 15, 20234 Findings4 Important
- Terms of Temporary Permit or LicenseK.A.R. 28-4-577
The facility does not have the current license posted.
- Food Preparation, Service, Safety, and NutritionK.A.R. 28-4-591
The refrigerator in the cafeteria kitchen needs a working thermometer.
- Safety and Emergency Procedures; Reporting RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-592
The first aid kit needs an assortment of adhesive bandages.
- Safety and Emergency Procedures; Reporting RequirementsK.A.R. 28-4-592
The first aid kit needs a bottle of water.