PlayTime Daycare

EMPORIA, KSFamily Child Care HomeLicensed

3.2based on state inspection data
Capacity12
Est. price$952/mo

Contact information

Address608 Whildin St, Emporia, KS, 66801

CityEMPORIA, KS 66801

CountyLyon

Phone620-794-1484

Operating details

Capacity12

License dateApril 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/6/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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608 Whildin St, Emporia, KS, 66801, EMPORIA, KS 66801

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. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/6/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk5/6/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-128 Safety and emergency procedures. (c) Each applicant with a temporary permit and each licensee shall maintain first-aid supplies in a first-aid kit, carrying case, box, or other container. The first-aid supplies shall include the following:

    First aid kit did not contain gloves. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002610)

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

    K.A.R. 28-4-127 Telephone; emergency medical treatment; reporting requirements. (a) A working telephone shall be on the premises and available for use at all times. Emergency telephone numbers shall be readily accessible or be posted next to the telephone for the police, fire department, ambulance, hospital or hospitals, and poison control center.

    Emergency telephone numbers are not readily accessible or posted. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002610)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk5/6/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-123 Parental access. (b) (1) The parent or legal guardian of each child in care shall be informed in writing that cameras are used in the facility.

    Parents and legal guardians of each child in care have not been informed in writing that cameras are used in the facility. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002610)

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

    K.A.R. 28-4-117 Health care requirements for children under 16 years of age and recordkeeping. (c) Immunizations for each child, including each child of the provider under 16 years of age shall be current as medically appropriate and shall be maintained current for protection from the diseases specified in K.A.R. 28-1-20(d). A record of each child's immunizations shall be obtained not later than 60 calendar days after the child's initial enrollment in a child care facility and shall be maintained on the child's medical record.

    Four of eleven children's files reviewed lack an up to date immunization record. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002610)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium risk5/6/2026

    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;

    A mouse ran across the kitchen floor during the survey. Mouse droppings observed in drawers and cabinets. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002610)

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

    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.

    Outdoor play equipment is located in an area with tall weeds. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002610)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium risk5/6/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (d) (2) In each licensure year, each provider shall complete 16 clock-hours of professional development training. Four of the 16 clock-hours shall include the subject areas specified in paragraphs (b)(3)(A), (b)(3)(C) through (J), or subsection (c).

    Provider has not completed annual training hours. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-002610)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium risk3/2/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-116 Daily care of children. (a) ( 5) (A) Each media program shall be age-appropriate and, if rated, shall have a rating appropriate for the ages and developmental levels of the children who view the program.

    Per collateral contacts, children were shown a video of an MMA fight that was not appropriate for the ages of children in care. (Complaint survey — To investigate a complaint — 26-001180)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

14Total Violations
7Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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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: EMPORIA, Lyon County
  • Capacity: 12
  • Type: Family Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 0

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