Childrens Learning Center

LAWRENCE, KSChild Care CenterLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity141
Est. price$809/mo

Contact information

Address205 N Michigan St, Lawrence, KS, 66044

CityLAWRENCE, KS 66044

CountyDouglas

Phone785-841-2185

Operating details

Capacity141

License dateJanuary 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 12/10/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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205 N Michigan St, Lawrence, KS, 66044, LAWRENCE, KS 66044

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/10/2025

  • High4
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-Low risk12/10/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-423 Physical plant. (a) (18) The premises shall be maintained in good condition and shall be clean at all times, free from accumulated dirt and trash, and any evidence of vermin or rodent infestation. Each outdoor trash and garbage container shall be covered, and the contents shall be removed at least weekly.

    In the room J classroom, part of the wall trim was peeling off the wall in the bathroom. Corrected during survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008719)

    Not corrected
  2. High risk12/10/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-125 Background checks. (e) ensure that no individual works, regularly volunteers, or resides in the facility until the results of the individual's background checks verify that the individual is not prohibited from working, regularly volunteering, or residing in a facility pursuant to K.S.A. 65-516, and amendments thereto.

    One individual working in the facility and background check remains pending (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008719)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High risk12/5/2024

    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.

    Two freezers in the dining area did not have a clearly visible thermometer.Corrected during survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-007476)

    Not corrected
  2. High risk12/5/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-439 Child care centers: food service. (p) (4) Foods not requiring refrigeration shall be stored at least six inches above the floor in clean, dry, well-ventilated storerooms or other areas.

    Tubbies of dry goods were stored on the floor in the pantry. Corrected during survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-007476)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk12/5/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-439 Child care centers: food service. (s) (2) Food shall be transported in covered and temperature-controlled containers. Hot foods shall be maintained at not less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit, and cold foods shall be maintained at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or less.

    Catered food did not have temperatures taken to verify that hot food was maintained at not less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit and that cold foods were maintaned at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or less. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-007476)

    Not corrected
  4. High risk12/5/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-132 Child care practices. (i) (3) (B) (iv) the expiration date of the medication; and

    One child's Epi pen was expired. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-007476)

    Not corrected
  5. High risk12/5/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-125 Background checks. (e) ensure that no individual works, regularly volunteers, or resides in the facility until the results of the individual's background checks verify that the individual is not prohibited from working, regularly volunteering, or residing in a facility pursuant to K.S.A. 65-516, and amendments thereto.

    One staff member is onsite and background check results remain pending. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-007476)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

9Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$809/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: LAWRENCE, Douglas County
  • Capacity: 141
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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