Golden Rule Preschool

SCOTT CITY, KSPreschoolLicensed

2.5based on state inspection data
Capacity45
Est. price$898/mo

Contact information

Address412 S College St, Scott City, KS, 67871

CitySCOTT CITY, KS 67871

CountyScott

Phone620-872-2405

Operating details

Capacity45

License dateJanuary 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 1/21/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High7
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low4
  • Low0

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Location

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412 S College St, Scott City, KS, 67871, SCOTT CITY, KS 67871

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/21/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk1/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-439 Child care centers: food service. (p) (2) All perishables and potentially hazardous foods shall be continuously maintained at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or lower in the refrigerator, or 10 degrees Fahrenheit or lower in the freezer, with 0 degrees Fahrenheit recommended. Each refrigerator and each freezer shall contain a clearly visible, accurate thermometer.

    In unit 2- the refrigerator does not have a thermometer. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008688)

    Not corrected
  2. High risk1/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-430 Health practices; illness and abuse; general health requirements for staff. (a) (2) Each medical record shall include a medical history obtained from the parent or legal guardian. Each applicant with a temporary permit and each licensee shall review with each child's parent or legal guardian that child's medical history at least once every 12 months.

    One out of twelve children files reviewed had an incomplete medical history. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008688)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low risk1/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-423 Physical plant. (b) (6) Cold water and hot water shall be supplied to lavatory fixtures accessible to children. Hot water shall maintain a minimum temperature of 90 degrees Fahrenheit and shall not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

    In Unit 1 the water temperature reads 78.9, only cold water is available. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008688)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-Low risk1/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-423 Physical plant. (a) (23) Dangerous instruments including sharp or pointed objects, shall be in locked storage.

    In Unit 1 -in an unlocked cabinet are 4 adult scissors. (Corrected on site) In Unit 2- in an unlocked cabinet drawer there is a pair of adult scissors. (Corrected on site) In Unit 2- in an unlocked cabinet drawer there is a bottle of white out with warning labels. (Corrected on site) (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008688)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk1/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-126 Health of individuals at least 16 years of age. (d) The health status form each tuberculosis test shall be recorded on forms provided by the department and shall be kept in each individual's record at the facility.

    Four staff files do not include current health status forms. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008688)

    Not corrected
  6. High risk1/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-124 Parental permission for children to go off-premises. (e) Written permission on a form supplied by the department shall be obtained from the parent or legal guardian of each school age child who will be biking or walking without adult supervision to or from activities away from the facility.

    Twelve children files reviewed had an incomplete off premises form. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008688)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-Low risk12/17/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-124 Parental permission for children to go off-premises. (b) Written permission on a form supplied by the department shall be obtained from the parent or legal guardian of each child who will be transported or allowed to participate in any off-premises field trip.

    One out of ten children files reviewed did not have a complete off-premises form on file. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-007439)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

14Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$898/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Kansas run about $724/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Kansas by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: SCOTT CITY, Scott County
  • Capacity: 45
  • Type: Preschool
  • Years in operation: 1

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