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Lexington Friends Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 49
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $258.33
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About Lexington Friends Preschool
Lexington Friends Preschool is a licensed child care center in Lexington, Kentucky. It is licensed by the state, for up to 49 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, full-time care, preschool and summer camp. It lists monthly tuition from $258.33 to $1,205.
The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 49 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Ages 1 to 5 |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, full-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Class size | Emerging Toddler class: up to nine children |
| Daily life | Potty training: Toilet learning is the developmental focus of the Toddler class |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (Kentucky All STARS Quality Rating System – Three Star Center) |
| More | Founded 2015 |
| Licensed capacity | 49 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lexington Friends Preschool lists monthly tuition from $258.33 to $1,205. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Fayette County has a median price of $156 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 3 Day After School (3:30-5:30), 10 monthly payments (August-May) | $310 |
| 3 Day After School (3:30-5:30), 12 monthly payments (July-June) | $258.33 |
| 3 Full Day, 10 monthly payments (August-May) | $830 |
| 3 Full Day, 12 monthly payments (July-June) | $691.67 |
| 5 Day After School (M-F, 3:30-5:30), 10 monthly payments (August-May) | $360 |
| 5 Day After School (M-F, 3:30-5:30), 12 monthly payments (July-June) | $300 |
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| 5 Full Day (M-F, 7:30-3:30), 10 monthly payments (August-May) | $1,205 |
| 5 Full Day (M-F, 7:30-3:30), 12 monthly payments (July-June) | $1,004.17 |
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 3 Day After School (3:30-5:30), per year | $3,100 |
| 3 Full Day, per year | $8,400 |
| 5 Day After School (M-F, 3:30-5:30), per year | $3,600 |
| 5 Full Day (M-F, 7:30-3:30), per year | $12,150 |
| non-refundable enrollment fee ($150 per child) | $150 |
12 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$184
Home daycare$132
Toddler
Center$156
Home daycare$132
Preschool
Center$156
Home daycare$132
School age
Center$137
Home daycare$120
State record
Inspection reports for Lexington Friends Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed child care center
- Capacity
- 49 children
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #L383451
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 20, 2025: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 5 visits · 3 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safety and hazards 1
For comparison: 92% of Kentucky daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 11.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Oct 20, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
860 - Toys/Furniture (922 KAR 2:120 Section 13)
“922 KAR 2:120. Section 13. Toys and Furnishings. (1) All toys and furniture contacted by a child shall be: (a) Kept clean and in good repair; and (b) Free of peeling, flaking, or chalking paint.”
405 - TB Verification (922 KAR 2:090 Section 11)
“922 KAR 2:090. Section 11. Staff Requirements. (1) Child-care center staff: (b) Shall provide, prior to employment and every two (2) years thereafter: 1. A statement from a health professional that the individual is free of active tuberculosis; or 2. A copy of negative tuberculin results.”
Nov 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
1305 - Monthly Fire, Quarterly Earthquake/Shelter-in-place/Tornado Drills (922 KAR 2:120 Section 3)
“922 KAR 2:120. Section 3. General Requirements. (12) A fire drill shall be: (a) Conducted during hours of operation at least monthly; and (b) Documented. (13) An earthquake drill, shelter-in-place or lockdown drill, and tornado drill shall be: (a) Conducted during hours of operation at least quarterly; and (b) Documented.”
- Oct 11, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 5, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 20, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 13, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Oct 9, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
865 - Indoor/Outdoor Equipment (922 KAR 2:120 Section 13)
“922 KAR 2:120. Section 13. Toys and Furnishings. (2) Indoor and outdoor equipment shall: (a) Be clean, safe, and in good repair; (b) Meet the physical, developmental needs, and interests of children of different age groups; (c) Be free from sharp points or corners, splinters, protruding nails or bolts, loose or rusty parts, hazardous small parts, lead-based paint, poisonous material, and flaking or chalking paint; and (d) Be designed to guard against entrapment or situations that may cause strangulation.”
795 - Playground Conditions (922 KAR 2:120 Section 4)
“922 KAR 2:120. Section 4. Premises Requirements. (20) An outdoor play area shall be: (d) Safe from foreseeable hazard; (e) Well drained; (f) Well maintained; (g) In good repair; and (h) Visible to staff at all times.”
695 - Toilet (922 KAR 2:120 Section 12)
“922 KAR 2:120. Section 12. Toilet, Diapering, and Toiletry Requirements. (4) Each toilet shall: (a) Be kept in clean condition; (b) Be kept in good repair; (c) Be in a lighted room; and (d) Have ventilation to outside air.”
625 - Floors, Walls, Ceilings (922 KAR 2:120 Section 4)
“922 KAR 2:120. Section 4. Premises Requirements. (9) Floors, walls, and ceilings shall be smooth, in good repair, and constructed to be easily cleaned.”
225 - Licensee Responsibility (922 KAR 2:090 Section 8)
“922 KAR 2:090. Section 8. General. (1) A licensee shall: (a) Be responsible for the operation of the child-care center pursuant to this administrative regulation, 922 KAR 2:120, and 922 KAR 2:280; and (b) Protect and assure the health, safety, and comfort of each child.”
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FAQ
Questions about Lexington Friends Preschool
Is Lexington Friends Preschool licensed?
Yes. The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Lexington Friends Preschool last inspected?
The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services lists the most recent visit on October 20, 2025, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lexington Friends Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 of 5 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 92% of Kentucky daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 11. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Lexington Friends Preschool care for?
49, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Lexington Friends Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Lexington Friends Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Lexington Friends Preschool cost?
Monthly tuition from $258.33 to $1,205, as it lists it.
What is Lexington Friends Preschool's phone number?
(859) 523-3656.
Where is Lexington Friends Preschool?
649 Price Avenue, Lexington, KY 40508. The nearest other daycare we list is Providence Middle School, 0.4 miles away.