Itty Bitties Daycare

LEAVENWORTH, KSFamily Child Care HomeLicensed

5.0based on state inspection data
Capacity12
Est. price$952/mo

Contact information

Address1209 Tanglewood St, Leavenworth, KS, 66048

CityLEAVENWORTH, KS 66048

CountyLeavenworth

Phone913-605-0320

Operating details

Capacity12

License dateJanuary 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/21/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High7
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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1209 Tanglewood St, Leavenworth, KS, 66048, LEAVENWORTH, KS 66048

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  3. For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/21/2026

  • High7
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk5/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-116a Napping and sleeping. (b) (5) (A) The child shall nap or sleep in a crib or a playpen. Stacking cribs or bassinets shall not be used. Cribs with water-bed mattresses shall not be used.

    One pack and plays available for two infants in care. Age of three and six month of age. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-002996)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk5/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-129 Swimming and wading activities. (b) (3) Each aboveground pool shall have non-climbable sidewalls that are at least four feet high, or shall be enclosed by a fence at least five feet high to prevent chance access by children. The fence and the gate shall meet the requirements in paragraphs (b)(1) and (b)(2). Steps and ladders shall be removed and stored away from the pool when the pool is not in use. Each aboveground pool with a deck or berm that provides a ground-level entry on any side shall be treated as an inground pool.

    Above ground pool less than 5ft tall not enclosed with fence. Ladder is in pool allowing access to chilren. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-002996)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk5/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (c) Each applicant, each applicant with a temporary permit, each licensee, and each provider shall obtain certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR as specified in this subsection.

    One provider lacks pediatric first aid and cpr certification. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-002996)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk5/21/2026

    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.

    Deodorant, glade spray and bleach wipes on top of the counter accessible to children. Corrected during time of survey. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-002996)

    Not corrected
  5. High risk5/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (i) (3) The use of a trampoline shall be prohibited during the hours of operation of the facility. If a trampoline is on the premises, the trampoline shall be made inaccessible to children during the facility's hours of operation.

    Net of the trampoline damage. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-002996)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High risk5/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (i) (2) Outdoor play equipment that is safely constructed and in good repair shall be available and placed in an area free of health, safety, and environmental hazards.

    Shovel, a lighter and lighter fluids in the outdoor area. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-002996)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium risk5/21/2026

    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.

    Knife on kitchen counter accessible to children. Corrected during time of survey. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-002996)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High risk5/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (c) Each facility shall have 25 square feet of available play space per child and shall be constructed, arranged, and maintained to provide for the health and safety of children in care. Each applicant, each applicant with a temporary permit, and each licensee shall ensure that the facility meets the following requirements:

    Strong odor of animal urine/feces thru the home and the basement. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-002996)

    Not corrected
  9. High risk5/21/2026

    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;

    Outside stairway on deck lacked mounted gate on top and bottom. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-002996)

    Not corrected
  10. Medium risk5/21/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-116 Daily care of children. (d) (11) Tableware shall be washed, rinsed, and air-dried or placed in a dishwasher after each meal.

    Dirty dishes for last night dinner in kitchen sink. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-002996)

    Not corrected
  11. Medium risk3/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-116 Daily care of children. (d) (3) (B) (ii) two vegetables or two fruits, or one vegetable and one fruit;

    Children were offered uncrustable and a bag of chips. Not fruit or vegetable offered. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected
  12. Medium-High risk3/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (c) Each applicant, each applicant with a temporary permit, each licensee, and each provider shall obtain certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR as specified in this subsection.

    One provider lacks CPR certification on file. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected
  13. High risk3/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (i) (3) The use of a trampoline shall be prohibited during the hours of operation of the facility. If a trampoline is on the premises, the trampoline shall be made inaccessible to children during the facility's hours of operation.

    Licensing Specialist at arrival observed children using the trampoline. Trampoline net opened. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected
  14. Medium-High risk3/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (c) Each facility shall have 25 square feet of available play space per child and shall be constructed, arranged, and maintained to provide for the health and safety of children in care. Each applicant, each applicant with a temporary permit, and each licensee shall ensure that the facility meets the following requirements:

    Burning candle on top of a shelf accessible to children. Strong odor of animal feces throughout the home. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected
  15. High risk3/20/2026

    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;

    Outside stairway on deck lacked mounted gate. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected
  16. Medium risk3/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (c) ( 5) is uncluttered, visibly clean, and free from any evidence of vermin infestation and any objects or materials that constitute a danger to children in care;

    Table used for lunch and other activities cluttered with multiple used cups and crumbs from previous meals. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected
  17. Medium risk3/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-116 Daily care of children. (d) (3) (B) (iv) milk.

    Children not offered Milk during lunch time. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected
  18. High risk3/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-125 Background checks. (e) ensure that no individual works, regularly volunteers, or resides in the facility until the results of the individual's background checks verify that the individual is not prohibited from working, regularly volunteering, or residing in a facility pursuant to K.S.A. 65-516, and amendments thereto.

    Individual working, volunteering, or residing in facility and background check results remain pending. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected
  19. High risk3/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-125 Background checks. (b) (4) each provider in a day care home or group day care home;

    Facility did not ensure that fingerprint-based background checks are completed as required for one individual. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected
  20. Medium risk3/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-129 Swimming and wading activities. (b) (3) Each aboveground pool shall have non-climbable sidewalls that are at least four feet high, or shall be enclosed by a fence at least five feet high to prevent chance access by children. The fence and the gate shall meet the requirements in paragraphs (b)(1) and (b)(2). Steps and ladders shall be removed and stored away from the pool when the pool is not in use. Each aboveground pool with a deck or berm that provides a ground-level entry on any side shall be treated as an inground pool.

    Above ground pool less than 5ft tall not enclosed with fence. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected
  21. Medium risk3/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-132 Child care practices. (d) (2) (B) returning from being outdoors;

    Provider didn't ensure children washed their hands when coming from outside. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected
  22. Medium risk3/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-132 Child care practices. (d) (2) (D) before and after eating each snack and each meal; and

    Provider didn't ensure children washed hands before and after meals. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected
  23. Medium-High risk3/20/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-132 Child care practices. (d) (2) (C) after toileting, being diapered, or changing wet or soiled clothing;

    Providers didn't ensure children washed their hands after toileting. (Licensing survey — Compliance Check — 26-001221)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium risk12/29/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-129 Swimming and wading activities. (b) (3) Each aboveground pool shall have non-climbable sidewalls that are at least four feet high, or shall be enclosed by a fence at least five feet high to prevent chance access by children. The fence and the gate shall meet the requirements in paragraphs (b)(1) and (b)(2). Steps and ladders shall be removed and stored away from the pool when the pool is not in use. Each aboveground pool with a deck or berm that provides a ground-level entry on any side shall be treated as an inground pool.

    Above ground Pool less than 5ft tall not enclosed with a fence. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008456)

    Not corrected
  2. High risk12/29/2025

    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;

    Outside stairway on deck lacked mounted gates. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-008456)

    Not corrected

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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25Total Violations
23Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$952/month

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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: LEAVENWORTH, Leavenworth County
  • Capacity: 12
  • Type: Family Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 1

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