* Do I need to be Licensed *
Steps to Open a Licensed Child Care Facility:
Step 1: Determine which license best fits your needs.
Step 2: STOP and schedule a REQUIRED orientation. DO NOT continue until you have attended an orientation.
Click here to find your county contact to schedule an orientation
- If you have additional questions or need more information please contact your county contact at the link above.
- If applicable, have you contacted your HOA or city or county building codes office to verify you can open a licensed facility?
Step 3: AFTER you have attended an orientation and verified you can open a licensed facility at your location:
- Create an account and submit an application and supporting forms online OR
- Complete and submit a paper application and supporting forms and mail (with payment) to:
Child Care Licensing
1000 SW Jackson, Ste 200
Topeka, KS 66612
Note: A new application may take up to 90 days for processing once an application is complete.
Your application cannot be completed WITHOUT attending an orientation.
Kansas State Fire Marshal Resources:
For information or questions regarding requirements for obtaining fire approval please contact the Office of the State Fire Marshal: