Cozy Critter Cottage

JUNCTION CITY, KSFamily Child Care HomeLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity12
Est. price$952/mo

Contact information

Address605 Seitz Ct, Junction City, KS, 66441

CityJUNCTION CITY, KS 66441

CountyGeary

Phone785-706-8493

Operating details

Capacity12

License dateJune 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/30/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High7
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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605 Seitz Ct, Junction City, KS, 66441, JUNCTION CITY, KS 66441

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. 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: 4/30/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk4/30/2025

    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 for November 2024 through March 2025 are not available for review. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001206)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk4/30/2025

    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

    Four child files out of seven child files reviewed do not have complete written permission from parent for emergency medical treatment. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001206)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low risk4/30/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-124 Parental permission for children to go off-premises. (b) Written permission on a form supplied by the department shall be obtained from the parent or legal guardian of each child who will be transported or allowed to participate in any off-premises field trip.

    Facility goes on walks. Provider does not have written permission from parent on the form supplied by the department. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001206)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk4/30/2025

    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.

    Two child files out of seven child files reviewed do not have a complete medical history form on file. One file does not have a form. One form does not have parent signature. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001206)

    Not corrected
  5. High risk4/30/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-115a Supervision. (a) (1) (A) A description of the rooms, levels, or areas of the facility including indoor and outdoor areas in which the child will participate in activities, have snacks or meals, nap, or sleep;

    When licensing specialist arrived, two children over five years of age were upstairs. Use of the upstairs is not listed on the supervision plan. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001206)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium risk4/30/2025

    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.

    Outdoor swing set does not have ground cover installed in the use zone. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001206)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High risk4/30/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (e) A basement or a second floor used for child care in a facility shall be approved for fire safety by a fire inspector before use. A third floor shall not be used for child care.

    When licensing specialist arrived two child over five years of age were upstairs. Second floor is not approved by fire for use. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001206)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High risk4/30/2025

    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.

    One provider does not have documentation of current CPR/FA training. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001206)

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High risk4/30/2025

    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 does not have complete written permission from parent for emergency medical treatment, as it is missing an end date to care. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-001206)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

11Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(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: JUNCTION CITY, Geary County
  • Capacity: 12
  • Type: Family Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 0

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