Little Tykes Daycare
HAYS, KS·Family Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
Address2908 Barclay Dr, Hays, KS, 67601
CityHAYS, KS 67601
CountyEllis
Phone785-623-0991
Operating details
Capacity12
License dateFebruary 1, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/3/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High11
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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2908 Barclay Dr, Hays, KS, 67601, HAYS, KS 67601
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/3/2026
- High3
- Medium-High8
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk2/3/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-127 Telephone; emergency medical treatment; reporting requirements. (b) (1) (A) Written permission of the parent or legal guardian for emergency medical treatment on a form that meets the requirements of the hospital or clinic where emergency medical care will be given; and
Five out of 10 child files reviewed with emergency medical treatment forms not on current form. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000128)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/3/2026
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.
Health status form on file for provider not current. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000128)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/3/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-117 Health care requirements for children under 16 years of age and recordkeeping. (c) Immunizations for each child, including each child of the provider under 16 years of age shall be current as medically appropriate and shall be maintained current for protection from the diseases specified in K.A.R. 28-1-20(d). A record of each child's immunizations shall be obtained not later than 60 calendar days after the child's initial enrollment in a child care facility and shall be maintained on the child's medical record.
One out of 10 child files reviewed with immunization records not available for review. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000128)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/3/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-117 Health care requirements for children under 16 years of age and recordkeeping. (a) (2) 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.
Three out of 10 child files reviewed with incomplete or expired medical history forms. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000128)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/3/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (c) (4) Each individual required to obtain the certifications shall maintain current certifications.
Provider is without current certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000128)
Not corrected - High risk2/3/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-128 Safety and emergency procedures. (a) (1) (G) procedures for continuity of operations, including backing up or retrieving health and other required records; and
Emergency plans need further developed to include procedures for continuity of operations, including backing up or retrieving health and other required records. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000128)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk12/3/2024
K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (g) (2) All medications shall be in locked storage or stored out of the reach of children under 10 years of age.
Children's Tylenol and vitamins accessible on counter in kitchen. Corrected at time of survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-008403)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/3/2024
K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (c) Each applicant, each applicant with a temporary permit, each licensee, and each provider shall obtain certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR as specified in this subsection.
Provider certificate does not specify pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-008403)
Not corrected - Medium risk12/3/2024
K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (i) ( 5) (A) Impact-absorbent surfacing material shall be installed in each use zone under and around anchored equipment over four feet in height, including climbing equipment, slides, and swings.
Swings and slide in outdoor play area without impact-absorbent surfacing material. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-008403)
Not corrected - Medium risk12/3/2024
K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (c) ( 8) has each electrical outlet covered or inaccessible to prevent easy access by a child when the outlet is not in use;
One outlet in kitchen not covered or made inaccessible. Corrected at time of survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-008403)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/3/2024
K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (c) Each facility shall have 25 square feet of available play space per child and shall be constructed, arranged, and maintained to provide for the health and safety of children in care. Each applicant, each applicant with a temporary permit, and each licensee shall ensure that the facility meets the following requirements:
Three wax warmers accessible on lower stands in living room presenting a burn hazard. Corrected at time of survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-008403)
Not corrected - High risk12/3/2024
K.A.R. 28-4-116 Daily care of children. (d) (1) (C) (ii) Each bottle shall be labeled with the child's name, the contents, and the time and date prepared, and shall be used within 24 hours of the time of preparation on the label.
One bottle for 3-month-old not labeled with name. Corrected at time of survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-008403)
Not corrected - High risk12/3/2024
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.
Individual on-site and background checks remain pending. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-008403)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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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: HAYS, Ellis County
- Capacity: 12
- Type: Family Child Care Home
- Years in operation: 1
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