Heather Jensen Daycare
MERRIAM, KS·Family Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
Address10109 W 69th Ter, Merriam, KS, 66203
CountyJohnson
Phone816-908-5647
Operating details
Capacity12
License dateJune 1, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/17/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High6
- Medium-High8
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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10109 W 69th Ter, Merriam, KS, 66203, MERRIAM, KS 66203
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/17/2025
- High4
- Medium-High5
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High risk4/17/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-131 Animals. (d) Each domesticated dog and each domesticated cat shall have a current rabies vaccination given by a licensed veterinarian or a person acting under the direct supervision of a veterinarian as specified in K.S.A. 21-1213, and amendments thereto. A record of vaccinations shall be kept on file at the facility.
Three cats lack current rabies vaccination records. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001094)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/17/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-128 Safety and emergency procedures. (c) Each applicant with a temporary permit and each licensee shall maintain first-aid supplies in a first-aid kit, carrying case, box, or other container. The first-aid supplies shall include the following:
First aid kit lacks complete list of supplies. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001094)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/17/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-128 Safety and emergency procedures. (a) (6) (A) A fire drill shall be conducted monthly. A record of the date and time of each fire drill and a record of each evacuation time shall be kept on file on the premises for one year.
Fire drills were not recorded for August through December of 2024. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001094)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/17/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-126 Health of individuals at least 16 years of age. (c) (1) Each individual at least 16 years of age who is living, working, or regularly volunteering in the facility shall have a record of a negative tuberculosis test or x-ray obtained not more than two years before the date of employment or initial application for a license or not later than 30 days after the date of employment or initial application.
One resident lacks a current record of a negative TB test. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001094)
Not corrected - High risk4/17/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-125 Background checks. (a) (3) before allowing any individual to work, regularly volunteer, or reside in the facility and before allowing any individual whose activities involve either supervised or unsupervised access to children to be in the facility;
Facility did not submit identifying information for one individual as required to complete background checks. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001094)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/17/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-117 Health care requirements for children under 16 years of age and recordkeeping. (a) (1) The results of a health assessment conducted by a nurse approved to perform health assessments, a licensed physician, or physician assistant. The health assessment shall be conducted not more than twelve months before and obtained not later than 60 calendar days after the child's initial enrollment in a child care facility and;
Health assessment is not on file for one child. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001094)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/17/2025
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.
Immunization records are not current for 2 of 4 children. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001094)
Not corrected - High risk4/17/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-115a Supervision. (a) (1) Each applicant, each applicant with a temporary permit, and each licensee shall develop a supervision plan for children in care that includes all age ranges of children for whom care will be provided. A copy of the plan shall be available for review by the parents or legal guardians of children in care and by the department. The plan shall include the following:
Supervision plan was not located at the visit. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001094)
Not corrected - High risk4/17/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (i) (3) The use of a trampoline shall be prohibited during the hours of operation of the facility. If a trampoline is on the premises, the trampoline shall be made inaccessible to children during the facility's hours of operation.
Mini trampoline was in the outdoor play area. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001094)
Not corrected - Medium risk4/17/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (g) (4) Sharp instruments shall be stored in drawers or cabinets equipped with childproof devices to prevent access by children or stored out of reach of children.
Sharp knives were stored in a drawer that had a lock that was not catching in the lower level kitchen area. *Corrected at visit. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001094)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
Based on the violation data, here are some recommendations:
- 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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
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: MERRIAM, Johnson County
- Capacity: 12
- Type: Family Child Care Home
- Years in operation: 0
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