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Licensed Daycare in Friend, Kansas

1 licensed daycares in Friend, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Kansas licensing records.

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Licensed Centers
1
Programs
$900/mo
Kansas avg infant
1:3
State infant ratio

Friend listings updated May 2026 from official Kansas records.

Daycare in Friend: what parents should know

Our directory lists 1 licensed childcare provider in Friend, Kansas, with Before & After School Care the most common type (about 100% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Kansas license at indexing time, sourced from Kansas Department for Children and Families — Child Care Services.

In total, Friend providers are approved for approximately 39 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Friend childcare by the numbers

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Licensed providers
39
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Friend

ChildCare Aware reports the Kansas average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Friend vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Kansas families may also qualify for Kansas Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (888) 369-4777).

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Quick facts

State regulator
Kansas Department for Children and Families — Child Care Services
Infant ratio
1:3
Toddler ratio
1:7
Preschool ratio
1:12
Avg capacity
39 kids

ZIP codes covered

Largest licensed centers in Friend

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

All Friend licensed centers

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Friend, Kansas?
Our directory lists 1 licensed childcare centers in Friend, Kansas, sourced from Kansas Department for Children and Families — Child Care Services. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.
What's the average daycare cost in Friend?
Statewide averages in Kansas run roughly $900/month for infants and $720/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.
What staff-to-child ratios apply in Friend daycares?
All licensed Kansas centers must meet the state minimum: 1:3 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Friend typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Friend?
Kansas families can apply for Kansas Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (888) 369-4777). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.
How do I verify a Friend daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Kansas Department for Children and Families — Child Care Services search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

Where to get childcare help in Friend

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

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Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

Kansas Child Care Subsidy Program can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(888) 369-4777 · How to apply
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Friend, Kansas are compiled from official Kansas Department for Children and Families — Child Care Services licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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