Childcare

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Often asked Child Care Questions

When selecting child care, you may want to visit, look, and listen, asking yourself some of the following questions:

1. Who will care for your child? What are the caregiver's qualifications?

Are the adults warm, understanding, accepting of children?
Do they know first-aid and emergency procedures, provide appealing and nutritious meals and snacks?
Are there enough adults to meet children's needs?

2. Are the daily activities provided for the children appropriate for them?

Is it a busy, happy place?
Is there plenty of uncluttered space, study and play equipment, a variety of play materials?
Is time given for individual attention?

3. What is the facility like?

Is there a place where children can play indoors and outdoors, express themselves, get along with others, satisfy their curiosity?

4. Do you and the potential child care provider share a common approach to childcare?

Is there an open door policy?
Are the discipline policy, attitude about toilet training, and feed and eating patterns consistent with yours?
Are fees and financial assistance clear?

Information from Child Care in Manhattan (10/93) and Considerations in the Child-care Decision by Dr. Mary DeLuccie. Kansas State University, 1996.

CHILD CARE CENTERS AT K-STATE

Early Childhood Education Center at the Hoeflin Stone House

K-State campus
1701 N. Manhattan Avenue
Administrator, Mary DeLuccie, Ph.D.
532-5662

Part-day inclusive preschool program (3-5 years)
LuAnn Hoover, Program Director (hoover@humec.ksu.edu)
532-5662
Nationally accredited and licensed: 24
M-TH 8:30-11:30 a.m. or 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Extended hours: Monday-Friday 12:30-5 p.m.
August through May
Snacks provided

Special features:

Part of K-State School of Family Studies and Human Services
Part-time care only
Computers included
A fully inclusive preschool program including children who have delays/disabilities
Therapy services provided on-site by USD #383
SRS approved
Teacher education/research facility for early childhood education majors

Full-day early education services (6 weeks-5 years)
Sally Meyer, Program Director (skmeyer@humec.ksu.edu)
532-3534
1 ½ to 5 years
Nationally accredited and licensed: 48
8 children at 6 weeks-2years
10 children at 2-3 years
30 children at 3-5 years
M-F 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Snacks and lunch provided

Special features:

Part of the School of Family Studies and Human Services
Full-day, full-year care only
Computers included
Sliding fee scale
SRS approved
Teacher education/research facility for early childhood education majors

K-State Center for Child Development

1948 Jardine Drive, L-9, K-State Campus
532-3700 or e-mail: childcare@ksu.edu
Debra Ring, Director
6 weeks to 12 years
Licensed: 197
7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Snacks and lunch provided

Special features:

Developmentally designed programs
Infant classrooms have 5 children with 2 adults
Nurturing of the whole child
Certified teachers
Field trips
Transportation to all public schools
SRS accepted
Discounted fee for K-State students
Partnership with school district for Pre-K free preschool program
Staff CPR and first aid trained

CHILD CARE CENTERS OFF CAMPUS

College Avenue Infant and Toddler Center

For children 6 weeks to 2 ½ years
Licensed: 8 (4 infants/4 toddlers)

AND

College Avenue Early Learning Center

For children 2 ½ to school age
Licensed: 15
1609 College Avenue
539-6885 or e-mail: manhattancaitc@sbcglobal.net
TBA, Director
7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
2 snacks and lunch provided

Special features:

Staff CPR and first aid trained
Nutritional snacks and lunch
Contract with SRS
Parent involvement strongly encouraged
Encouraged developmentally appropriate practices

The Cultural Enrichment Academy

801 Yuma Street
537-7885
Diana Caldwell, Director
2 years to school age
Licensed: 8
6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Full time, five days/week
Full day program includes two meals and two snacks

Special Features:

Cultural meals and books
Large care environment/small group size
Kid-friendly dress code
Staff CPR and first aid trained
Field trips
SRS approved

Head Start/Early Head Start Programs

1700 Leavenworth
587-2045
Sally Frick, Director
Pregnant women through age 5

Special features:

Income eligibility requirements
Developmentally appropriate program
Inclusionary/special needs children
Strong literacy program
Parent involvement encouraged and welcomed

Hope Lutheran Early Learning Center

3560 Dempsey Road
587-9400
www.ManhattanHope.com
Jessica Mantey, Director
Infant to preschool age (5 yr.)
Licensed: 58
6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided

Special features:

Safe, secure, and clean
Experienced and educated teachers
Preparing children for the next level
Encouraging growth in all aspects of learning
Providing appropriate, yet loving boundaries
Affordable
Providing home-cooked meals
Staff CPR and first aid trained

KinderCare Learning Center

1205 Hylton Heights Road
539-7540
Lisa Richards, Director
6 weeks to 12 years
Licensed: 92
6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided

Special features:

NAC accredited
Before and after school program
Staff CPR and first aid trained
Transportation to most schools
Summer programs for school-aged children
Developmentally appropriate curriculum for all ages
Optional phonics, reading, math, and music enrichment programs available for children

Manhattan Day Care and Learning Centers

121 North 6th, 901 Yuma
776-5071 or e-mail: kasey.kile@yahoo.com
Jennifer Pishny, Executive Director
Kasey Kile, Program Director
18 months to 6 years
Licensed: 61
7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack provided

Special features:

Trained teachers
Priority given to low-income and single parents
Contract with SRS
Scholarships available
NAEYC accredited
Trained teachers (CPR and first aid)

Oak Grove School

3115 Dickens Avenue
539-7910 or website: oakgroveschoolonline.org
Lakshmi Ramaswamy, Director
3 to 6 years (will accept 2 ½ years, if potty trained)
Licensed: 28
7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Snacks and lunch provided

Special features:

Parent-run, not-for-profit founded in 1991
Contract with SRS
Experienced and trained teachers
First aid and CPR certified teachers
Low teacher-child ratios
Spanish, sign and other languages taught
Creative art, literature, and verbal exploration
Nature and science investigation
Pottery projects twice a year
Partners with the Beach Museum of Art
Swimming lessons at CICO Park for 5 years and up

Seven Dolors Child Care Center/Preschool and AfterSchool Program

220 South Juliette
565-5070
Roxanne L. Meyers, Director
2 ½ to 12 years
Licensed: 131
7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Breakfast, lunch, and snack provided

Special features:

Year round
Christian atmosphere
Preschool and kindergarten readiness curriculum
After-school program
Summer Fun Club in June 1-July 31for kindergarteners-12 year olds
Staff CPR and first aid trained
Field trips
SRS accepted

PRESCHOOLS

First United Methodist Preschool/Children's Day Out

121 North 6th Street
776-7030 or e-mail solsen@fumcmanhattan.com
Susan Olsen, Director
3 to 5 years
Children's Day Out: 12 months to Pre-K
Licensed: 69
Preschool
MWF 9-11:30 a.m. (4 to 5 years)
MWF 12:45-3:15 p.m. (4 to 5 years)
T/TH 9-11:30 a.m. (3 years)
T/TH 12:45-3:15 p.m. (3½ to 4 years)
M-F 12:45-3:15 p.m. (4½ to 5 years)
Children's Day Out-Wednesday or Thursday 9:15 a.m.-1 p.m.
Snack provided

Special features:

Christian-based curriculum
Experienced teachers
Small classes (8-12 students and 2 teachers)
Financial aid scholarships available
Program offered during school year (September to May)

St. Lukes Preschool

330 Sunset
539-2604
Kathy Meyer, Director
3 to 5 years
Licensed: 23
MWF 9-11:30 a.m. (4 to 5 years)
TTH 9-11:30 a.m. (3 years)
TTH 12:30-3:30 p.m. (3 to 4 years)
Snack provided

Special features:

Christian education
Field trips
Highly trained staff

Trinity Community Preschool

1110 College Avenue
539-3921
Diane Biere, Director
3 to 5 years
Licensed: 40
MWF 9-11:30 a.m. (4 to 5 years)
TTH 9-11:30 a.m. (3 years)
Snack provided

Special features:

Mid-September to Mid-May
Planned preschool program
Small classes 12 to 14 per class
Highly trained professional teachers
Established in 1964
Child-centered preschool program
Large playground area
Special guest lectures

Manhattan/Ogden USD #383 Pre-K Programs

2600 Kimball Avenue
Call 785-587-2830 between 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. to see if your child qualifies.

AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS

Theodore Roosevelt AfterSchool Program

1401 Houston Street
587-2090
Dr. Mary DeLuccie, Director (deluccie@humec.ksu.edu)
USD #383 K-6th grade enrollment
Licensed: 32
3:30-5:30 p.m.
Snack provided

Special features:

Academic school year only
All day on school in-service days
Developmentally appropriate activities
Academic enrichment
Field trips
25% discount for children on free or reduced meals
SRS accepted

Amanda Arnold Childcare Program

1435 Hudson

Before/After School Program

Terry Carpenter, Program Administrator
587-2028
Kindergarten through 6th grade
Licensed: 60
7:00-8:35 a.m.
3:40-5:30 p.m.
Snacks in afternoon session provided

Special features:

Academic year only
All day on in-service/conference days (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.)

Cool Care Club After School Adventure

Chris Payne, Program Operator

587-8356
http://www.CoolCareClub.com
E-mail: coolcareclub@gmail.com
After school care is offered for Manhattan school children. Transportation is provided from area schools. Afternoon snack. Contract also covers all inservice days, snow days and Spring Break.

Hours of operation on full days are 7:30 to 5:40.

Panda Preschool

Program Administrator
587-2020
3-5 years
Licensed:48
Half or full day
8:30a.m.-11:30a.m.; 12:30p.m.-3:30p.m.
Snacks

Special features

Accomodates students with special needs
Special education teaching staff

Frank Bergman Child Care Program

Before/After School Program

3430 Lombard
587-2865
Carolyn Esser, Program Administrator
Kindergarten through 6th grade
Licensed: 42
7 a.m.-8:35 a.m. and 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Snack in afternoon session provided

Special features:

Academic year only
All day on in-service days (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.)
Only available to children who attend Frank Bergman Elementary School

SUMMER PROGRAMS

Little Apple Day Camp

Manhattan Parks and Recreational Department

1101 Fremont
587-2757 or e-mail: swan@ci.manhattan.ks.us
Kathy Swan, Recreation Supervisor

Little Apple Day Camp

5-12 years
Licensed: 75
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Lunch and snacks provided

Special features:

Summer only, June to July, M-F
SRS contract, State of Kansas licensed
Full-time only
Swimming lessons field trips, pottery, creative writing, dance (optional and at additional fees)
Highly trained staff

Cool Care Club After School Adventure

Chris Payne, Program Operator

587-8356
http://www.CoolCareClub.com
E-mail: coolcareclub@gmail.com

Monday - Friday, 7:30 - 5:40.

Super Summer Creative Arts Camp

5-20 years
Special needs children and young adults
June Noon-5 p.m.
July (2 weeks) 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Special Features

K-State trained staff
Adaptive programs
Swimming lessons, field trips, pottery, creative writing, dance (optional and at additional fees)

REFERRAL PROGRAMS

Flint Hills Child Care Resource and Referral Agency

2323 Anderson Avenue-Suite 250
532-7197 or (800) 227-3578
Patty Keating or e-mail: pkeating@ksu.edu
Provides a list of licensed or registered child care providers with vacancies matching your needs

Manhattan/Riley County Health Department

2101 Claflin Road
776-4779, ext. 240
Sandy Johnson
Lists licensed childcare providers for parents and is the office to address concerns about centers or day care homes.

Raising Riley/Smart Start Scholarships

2101 Claflin
587-2875
Brandy Springer
Financial assistance with child care costs. Stop by the Family and Child Resource Center for an application and information package.

General Information For Your Child

Child care general information and opportunities

HealthWave

Low- or no-cost Kansas health insurance coverage for children. Some low-income parents may also qualify for health coverage.

Mother and Child Reunion

A parenting, education, and health resource. Includes child/family stories, tips, activities, and coupons.

National Child Care Information Center
This center's website "is a national clearinghouse and technical assistance center that links parents, providers, policy-makers, researchers, and the public to early care and education information."

Additional resources

WonderWise Parent
Online, no-cost parenting courses and programs designed to assist parents in child-rearing.

Dear Neighbors program

The Ring of Valor

Provided by:

Charles A. Smith, Ph.D.
Professor and Extension Specialist
School of Family Studies and Human Services
Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas 66506

Send Corrections or changes:

Adult Student Services
101 Holton Hall
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS 66506
nontrad@ksu.edu
785-532-6434

Prepared and updated by the Office of Adult Student Services, Kansas State University (8/07)