Welcome to Atchison Child Care Association

The Atchison Child Care school family extends a cordial welcome as you join us. We are pleased that you have chosen us to care for your children. Your involvement, interest, and cooperation are essential in making our program run smoothly. We value and welcome your suggestions.

Our center, located at the former Franklin Elementary School at 1326 Kansas Ave, houses all our programs for children from 2 weeks old through 5th grade.

Please keep our handbook in a convenient place for quick reference. It contains the rules and regulations governing the Atchison Child Care Center, as well as important information you will need to know.


Our Mission and Support

Atchison Child Care is a United Way Agency and an Atchison Area Community Partner. We receive grants from several foundations and organizations, including the Evah Cray Trust, Courtney Turner Trust, Adair Foundation, Cloud L. Cray & Sarah J. Cray Family Foundation, Ladd M. Seaberg & Karen L. Seaberg Family Foundation, Bank of Atchison, and other clubs and organizations. These grants assist with funding, making Atchison Child Care possible within our community. Learn More


Our Programs

  • Infant Care (2 weeks – 12 months)
    Rate: $4.50 per hour
  • Toddler Care (12 months and walking – 2 1/2 years)
    Rate: $4.15 per hour
  • Preschool (2 1/2 years and potty trained – 6 years)
    Rate: $3.55 per hour
  • School Age Care (1st – 5th grade)
    Rate: $4.00 per hour

Included in Our Child Care Programs

  • Infant/Toddler: Child Development Appropriate Activities
  • Nursery School: Child Development Appropriate Activities
  • Early Preschool/Fab 4:
    Hours: 8:45 A.M. – 12:15 P.M.
    Includes lunch
  • Kindergarten Readiness Preschool:
    Hours: 8:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.
    Includes lunch
  • Before and After School Care:
    Includes breakfast and snack
  • Summer Full Day Recreational Programs

Our Commitment

We serve families from all income levels, races, national origins, genders, religions, ages, disabilities, political beliefs, sexual orientations, and marital or family statuses.

Our Center participates in the Child and Adult Food Program administered by the State Department of Education School Lunch section. By participating in this program, we ensure meals are available to all children in attendance at mealtime regardless of race, color, national origin, or ability to pay.

During the summer months, we offer a primarily recreational program. Activities include swimming (weather permitting), field trips, walks, visits to parks, picnics, arts and crafts, and weekly visits to the public library and nursing homes.

We welcome you to ACCA. If you have any questions, please contact us at 913-367-6441 or 913-426-0178. We look forward to working with you and your children.