Hesston Community Preschool
HESSTON, KS·PreschoolLicensed
Contact information
Address100 N Ridge Rd, Hesston, KS, 67062
CountyHarvey
Phone620-404-8813
Operating details
Capacity24
License dateNovember 1, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/15/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High13
- Medium-High2
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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100 N Ridge Rd, Hesston, KS, 67062, HESSTON, KS 67062
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/15/2025
- High9
- Medium-High2
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High risk10/15/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-430 Health practices; illness and abuse; general health requirements for staff. (a) (1) Each medical record shall include the results of a health assessment 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. The assessment shall be conducted by a licensed physician, a physician assistant, or by a nurse approved to perform health assessments.
Two out of twelve children's files reviewed are missing current health assessments. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-005684)
Not corrected - High risk10/15/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-430 Health practices; illness and abuse; general health requirements for staff. (a) (5) Immunizations for each child in care 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 form.
One out of twelve children's files reviewed are missing current immunization records. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-005684)
Not corrected - High risk10/15/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-428a Education and training requirements. (c) (4) Each licensee shall ensure that, for each unit in a preschool or child care center, at least one staff member or volunteer counted in the staff-child ratio who has current certification in pediatric first aid and current certification in pediatric CPR is present at all times.
Four staff files reviewed did not have one staff member with current certification in pediatric first aid and CPR for Tuesday's and Thursday's. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-005684)
Not corrected - High risk10/15/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-428a Education and training requirements. (b) (1) Each staff member who is counted in the staff-child ratio, each volunteer who is counted in the staff-child ratio, and each program director shall complete health and safety training either before employment or volunteering or not later than 30 calendar days after the date of employment or volunteering. Each staff member shall complete the training before being given sole responsiblity for the care and supervision of children.
One of four staff files reviewed is missing Health & Safety Training. Fixed on site. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-005684)
Not corrected - High risk10/15/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-428a Education and training requirements. (a) (3) Each licensee shall ensure that orientation is completed by each staff member and by each volunteer Each staff member and each volunteer shall complete the orientation within seven calendar days after the date of employment or volunteering. Each staff member shall complete the orientation before being given sole responsibility for the care and supervision of children.
One of four staff files revied is missing orientation. Fixed on Site. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-005684)
Not corrected - High risk10/15/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-426 Administration. (d) (2) date of employment;
One of Four staff files reviewed does not have the date of employment. Fixed on Site. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-005684)
Not corrected - High risk10/15/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-426 Administration. (d) (3) a record of scheduled hours;
One of four staff files reviewed does not have scheduled hours. Fixed on Site. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-005684)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/15/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-126 Health of individuals at least 16 years of age. (b) Each individual at least 16 years of age who is caring for children shall attest to that individual's health status on a form supplied by the department or approved by the secretary.
Three of four staff files reviewed are missing current Health Status form 8/24. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-005684)
Not corrected - High risk10/15/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-428a Education and training requirements. (c) (4) Each licensee shall ensure that, for each unit in a preschool or child care center, at least one staff member or volunteer counted in the staff-child ratio who has current certification in pediatric first aid and current certification in pediatric CPR is present at all times.
Two staff members do not have current certification in pediatric first aid and CPR for Tuesday's and Thursday's. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-005684)
Not corrected
2024
- High risk10/23/2024
K.A.R. 28-4-430 Health practices; illness and abuse; general health requirements for staff. (a) (5) Immunizations for each child in care 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 form.
One of twelve files reviewed is missing a current immunization record for review at time of survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-005851)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/23/2024
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 of twelve children files reviewed is missing emergency medical release form for review at time of survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-005851)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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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: HESSTON, Harvey County
- Capacity: 24
- Type: Preschool
- Years in operation: 1
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