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LYONS, KS·Family Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
Address519 E Main St, Lyons, KS, 67554
CityLYONS, KS 67554
CountyRice
Phone785-280-0849
Operating details
Capacity12
License dateFebruary 1, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/17/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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519 E Main St, Lyons, KS, 67554, LYONS, KS 67554
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- 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
- This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
- For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/17/2026
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- Medium-High3
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2026
- Medium-High risk2/17/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-117 Health care requirements for children under 16 years of age and recordkeeping. (a) (1) The results of a health assessment conducted by a nurse approved to perform health assessments, a licensed physician, or physician assistant. The health assessment shall be 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 and;
Five out of 11 children files reviewed missing a health assessment. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000248)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/17/2026
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.
Eight out of 11 children files reviewed missing a medical history form. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000248)
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/17/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (c) ( 3) has a 2A 10B:C fire extinguisher;
No 2A-10b:c fire extinguisher on site. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000248)
Not corrected - Medium risk2/17/2026
K.A.R. 28-4-114 Applicant; licensee. (h) (1) The maximum number of children in each age category, including children under 10 years of age related to the applicant with a temporary permit, the licensee, or any other provider, does not exceed the maximum number of children in each age category as specified in subsection (e), except as specified in paragraph (h)(3).
Two providers present with 11 children. Eleven children 12 months to 5 years of age. Provider exceeded maximum number of children in the 12 months to 5 years of age category by one child. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000248)
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.
- 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
$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: LYONS, Rice County
- Capacity: 12
- Type: Family Child Care Home
- Years in operation: 1
What parents actually pay
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