A Loving Touch Daycare

WICHITA, KSFamily Child Care HomeLicensed

3.6based on state inspection data
Capacity12
Est. price$952/mo

Contact information

Address1816 N Meridian Ave, Wichita, KS, 67203

CityWICHITA, KS 67203

CountySedgwick

Phone316-685-3173

Operating details

Capacity12

License dateJanuary 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 12/11/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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1816 N Meridian Ave, Wichita, KS, 67203, WICHITA, KS 67203

Questions to ask on a tour

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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. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  4. For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/11/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk12/11/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-116a Napping and sleeping. (c) (9) When not in use, cribs, cots, playpens, pads, and bedding shall be stored in a clean and sanitary manner.

    The napping equipment that children nap on is not kept in a clean and sanitary manner. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008741)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk12/11/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (c) ( 5) is uncluttered, visibly clean, and free from any evidence of vermin infestation and any objects or materials that constitute a danger to children in care;

    The floors in the basement where daycare is conducted are not visibly clean when there is food, visible dirt, and sticky spots. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008741)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium risk11/25/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-132 Child care practices. (d) (2) (D) before and after eating each snack and each meal; and

    Three children did not wash their hands before eating a snack. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-007504)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk11/25/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (c) ( 5) is uncluttered, visibly clean, and free from any evidence of vermin infestation and any objects or materials that constitute a danger to children in care;

    The basement is cluttered with stacks of totes and household items. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-007504)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk11/25/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (i) (4) Climbing equipment and swings shall be either anchored in the ground with metal straps or pins or set in cement, to prevent movement of the equipment and swings.

    One swing set in the outdoor play area is not properly anchored to the ground to prevent movement. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-007504)

    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)

Parent Recommendations

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  • Review the detailed violations listed above.
  • Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
  • Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

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Estimated monthly cost

$952/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: WICHITA, Sedgwick County
  • Capacity: 12
  • Type: Family Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 1

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