06.01.26

Make Your Voice Count for Child Care in Kansas

Complete the 2026 Child Care Market Rate Survey.

The survey opened on June 1st 2026 and you have until June 29th at 11:59 pm CT to complete it.

This study brings together information from licensed child care providers across the state to better understand:

  • Current prices and cost of providing quality child care services in your community
  • Costs of providing care for children with special needs and alternative hour care
  • Costs of participation in Links to Quality and professional development
  • How do those costs compare to current DCF Child Care Assistance payment rates

Led by the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) and the Kansas Office of Early Childhood (KOEC), with support from Public Consulting Group (PCG), this effort will inform child care payment rates and child care policy decisions that affect providers, families, and communities across the state.

Why Your Participation Matters

By taking 45 minutes to complete the survey, you help Kansas:

  • Better understand current costs across different communities and program types
  • Compare today’s DCF payment rates with what it costs to deliver quality child care
  • Shape future policies and funding that support providers like you

All responses will be kept confidential. Results will only be shared as grouped data, not by individual program.

Quick and Easy to Complete

  • Use your best estimates, exact numbers are not required
  • Have basic enrollment and financial information ready for a smoother experience

Questions?

Review the FAQ.

Watch this informational video for guidance.

06.01.26

Make Your Voice Count for Child Care in Kansas

Complete the 2026 Child Care Market Rate Survey.

The survey opened on June 1st 2026 and you have until June 29th at 11:59 pm CT to complete it.

This study brings together information from licensed child care providers across the state to better understand:

  • Current prices and cost of providing quality child care services in your community
  • Costs of providing care for children with special needs and alternative hour care
  • Costs of participation in Links to Quality and professional development
  • How do those costs compare to current DCF Child Care Assistance payment rates

Led by the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) and the Kansas Office of Early Childhood (KOEC), with support from Public Consulting Group (PCG), this effort will inform child care payment rates and child care policy decisions that affect providers, families, and communities across the state.

Why Your Participation Matters

By taking 45 minutes to complete the survey, you help Kansas:

  • Better understand current costs across different communities and program types
  • Compare today’s DCF payment rates with what it costs to deliver quality child care
  • Shape future policies and funding that support providers like you

All responses will be kept confidential. Results will only be shared as grouped data, not by individual program.

Quick and Easy to Complete

  • Use your best estimates, exact numbers are not required
  • Have basic enrollment and financial information ready for a smoother experience

Questions?

Review the FAQ.

Watch this informational video for guidance.