Creche at Heritage Square

MANHATTAN, KSChild Care CenterLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity96
Est. price$853/mo

Contact information

AddressNot Displayed by Owner’s Request, Manhattan, KS, 66502

CityMANHATTAN, KS 66502

County--

PhoneNot Displayed by Own

Operating details

Capacity96

License dateNovember 1, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 9/15/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Not Displayed by Owner’s Request, Manhattan, KS, 66502, MANHATTAN, KS 66502

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  3. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
  4. Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/15/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk9/15/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-436 Child care centers: napping and sleeping. (b) (5) (C) If the child falls asleep on a surface other than a crib or playpen, the child shall be moved to a crib or playpen.

    Licensing specialist observed an eight-month-old infant asleep on the floor in Cottonwood. Corrected per licensing specialist's request. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-005602)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk9/15/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-428a Education and training requirements. (c) (3) Each individual who is required to obtain the certifications shall maintain current certifications.

    One staff member on site does not have current CPR/first aid certification on file as it expired 6/1/2025. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-005602)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk9/15/2025

    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

    One child file out of 15 child files reviewed does not have complete permission from parent for emergency medical treatment as the form is missing caregiver name. Corrected at visit. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-005602)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-Low risk10/1/2024

    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.

    One sink located in Big Bluestem is measuring 82.9 degrees. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-005751)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk10/1/2024

    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

    One child file out of 17 child files reviewed did not have complete written permission from parent for emergency medical treatment, as it is missing an end date to care. Corrected at visit. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-005751)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

7Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$853/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: MANHATTAN, -- County
  • Capacity: 96
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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