Monarch Daycare
EMPORIA, KS·Family Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
Address1830 Hillcrest Dr, Emporia, KS, 66801
CountyLyon
Phone620-342-2004
Operating details
Capacity12
License dateApril 1, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High9
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1830 Hillcrest Dr, Emporia, KS, 66801, EMPORIA, KS 66801
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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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/29/2026
- High2
- Medium-High7
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk4/29/2026
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.
A health status form is not on file for two individuals. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002515)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/29/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-116a Napping and sleeping. (c) (2) Each surface used for napping or sleeping shall be kept clean, of safe construction, and maintained in good repair.
Sheets used on cots are stored touching when not in use. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002515)
Not corrected - Medium risk4/29/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-116 Daily care of children. (d) (1) (D) (i) All breast milk shall be labeled with the child's name and the time and date expressed.
Breast milk is not labeled with the child's name and the time and date expressed. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002515)
Not corrected - Medium risk4/29/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (c) ( 6) has kitchen and outdoor trash and garbage in covered containers or in tied plastic bags;
A trash can in the kitchen is not covered. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002515)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/29/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (g) (1) All household supplies, cleaning supplies, dangerous chemicals, and all bodily care products containing alcohol or bearing warning labels to keep out of reach of children shall be in locked storage or stored out of reach of children under six years of age. Soap used for hand washing may be kept unlocked and placed on the back of the counter by a sink.
Multiple bottles of cleaning supplies are stored in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the kitchen. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002515)
Not corrected - High risk4/29/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (c) (11) (B) has each stairway guarded by a secured door or gated to prevent unsupervised access by the child, including a latching device that an adult can open readily in an emergency;
Upon specialists arrival, the door guarding the stairway to the basement was left open. Corrected upon specialists request. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002515)
Not corrected - Medium risk4/29/2026
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.
One knife is stored in an unlocked drawer in the kitchen within reach of children. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002515)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/29/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-116a Napping and sleeping. (b) (4) Each child who is 12 months of age or older shall nap or sleep on a bed, a cot, the lower bunk of a bunk bed, or a pad over a carpet or area rug on the floor.
Upon specialists arrival, an 8 year old was asleep on a recliner. Corrected upon specialists request. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002515)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/29/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-116a Napping and sleeping. (c) (7) Each pad used for napping or sleeping shall be at least 0.5 inch thick, washable or enclosed in a washable cover, and long enough so that the child's head and feet rest on the pad. Clean, individual bedding, including a bottom and a top cover, shall be provided for each child.
A child is napping on a mat that is not long enough so that the child's head and feet rest on the pad. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002515)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk2/26/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (g) (1) All household supplies, cleaning supplies, dangerous chemicals, and all bodily care products containing alcohol or bearing warning labels to keep out of reach of children shall be in locked storage or stored out of reach of children under six years of age. Soap used for hand washing may be kept unlocked and placed on the back of the counter by a sink.
Multiple bottles of cleaners are stored in unlocked storage in the kitchen within reach of children. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-010184)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/26/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (f) A refrigerator shall be available for the storage of perishable foods. Refrigerated medications shall be in a locked box.
Two bottles of medication are stored in the refrigerator not in a locked box. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-010184)
Not corrected - High risk2/26/2025
K.A.R. 28-4-115a Supervision. (c) (3) (C) When any child is napping or sleeping in a room separate from the provider, the door to that room shall remain open.
Upon surveyors arrival, three 3 year old children were napping in a room with the door shut. Corrected upon surveyors request. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-010184)
Not corrected - Medium risk2/26/2025
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.
A pair of adult scissors were stored on the kitchen counter within reach of children. Corrected while onsite. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 24-010184)
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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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
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- 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: EMPORIA, Lyon County
- Capacity: 12
- Type: Family Child Care Home
- Years in operation: 0
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