Lilypad Childcare Center

PRATT, KSChild Care CenterLicensed

3.4based on state inspection data
Capacity60
Est. price$853/mo

Contact information

Address401 S Hamilton St, Pratt, KS, 67124

CityPRATT, KS 67124

CountyPratt

Phone620-672-4517

Operating details

Capacity60

License dateJanuary 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 12/15/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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401 S Hamilton St, Pratt, KS, 67124, PRATT, KS 67124

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/15/2025

  • High4
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-Low risk12/15/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-423 Physical plant. (a) (23) Dangerous instruments including sharp or pointed objects, shall be in locked storage.

    There are adult scissors accessible in unit 120B and 120A. Corrected at the time of survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008950)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk12/15/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-423 Physical plant. (e) (1) All household supplies, cleaning supplies, dangerous chemicals and all bodily care products bearing warning labels to keep out of reach of children shall be in locked storage, except that hand sanitizers, disinfectant solutions used daily to disinfect surfaces, and diapering supplies may be kept unlocked at least five feet above the floor and out of reach of children. Soap used for hand washing may be kept unlocked and placed on the back of the counter by a bathroom or sink.

    A bottle of crafting Modge Podge is accessible to children in care and states to keep out of reach of children. Corrected at the time of the survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008950)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk12/15/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-132 Child care practices. (g) (2) A copy of the procedures shall be posted in each diaper-changing area.

    The diapering procedures are not posted. Corrected at the time of the survey. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008950)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk12/15/2025

    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.

    One staff file reviewed lacks a health status form. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008950)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium risk11/8/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-437 Child care centers: outside area. (h) (2) Impact-absorbent surfacing material shall consist of material intended for playground use, including shredded bark mulch, wood chips, fine sand, fine gravel, shredded rubber, unitary surfacing material, or synthetic impact material.

    Impact-absorbent surfacing material fall rating is unknown. (Licensing survey — Initial Survey — 24-007869)

    Not corrected
  2. High risk11/8/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-428a Education and training requirements. (c) (1) Each staff member counted in the staff-child ratio, each volunteer counted in the staff-child ratio, and each program director shall obtain certification in pediatric first aid and in pediatric CPR as specified in this subsection either before the date of employment or volunteering or not later than 30 calendar days after the date of employment or volunteering.

    Two of two staff files reviewed does not have pediatric CPR and first aid. (Licensing survey — Initial Survey — 24-007869)

    Not corrected
  3. High risk11/8/2024

    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 two staff files does not have health and safety training and has been employed for longer than 30 days. (Licensing survey — Initial Survey — 24-007869)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk11/8/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-427 Program. (c) (2) Written lesson plans for each unit shall be made accessible to parents, staff, and the secretary's designee.

    Written lesson plans lack detail for each unit. (Licensing survey — Initial Survey — 24-007869)

    Not corrected
  5. High risk11/8/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-426 Administration. (c) (3) Before the start of care, documentation of insurance coverage shall be on file, including the name of the insurance company or companies, policy number or numbers and dates of coverage.

    Documentation of insurance coverage does not include all required information. (Licensing survey — Initial Survey — 24-007869)

    Not corrected
  6. High risk11/8/2024

    K.A.R. 28-4-426 Administration. (d) (3) a record of scheduled hours;

    Two of two staff files do not have scheduled hours. (Licensing survey — Initial Survey — 24-007869)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

10Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • 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

$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: PRATT, Pratt County
  • Capacity: 60
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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