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Top Flight Kids Learning Center: Quality Education + On-Site Soccer
Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum meets HappyFeet soccer — all without leaving the building.
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Why Gardner Parents Choose Top Flight Kids Learning Center with HappyFeet
Top Flight Kids Learning Center combines research-based Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum education with on-site HappyFeet soccer, giving families professional enrichment during school hours at no extra logistical cost.
Finding a quality preschool in Gardner is one thing. Finding one where your child also gets professional soccer instruction
without adding a single extra trip to your week — that’s something different entirely.
Top Flight Kids Learning Center has served the Gardner area families serving local families, bringing the nationally recognized
Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum to 300 S Rogers Rd. Enrolled families also get exclusive access to
on-site HappyFeet soccer — professional youth soccer that happens right on campus, during school hours.
No rushing across Gardner after pickup. No weekend conflicts. Just great education and enrichment,
all in one building on Rogers Rd.
Top Flight Kids Learning Center
- Top Flight Kids is a NAEYC-accredited independent childcare center in Gardner serving children 6 weeks to 6 years for over 25 years. Supported by the FAA, featuring Reggio Emilia-inspired classrooms and USDA-compliant meals.
- Infant through After School
- Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum
- strong kindergarten readiness outcomes
- M–F, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- strong Google ratings
On-Site HappyFeet Soccer
- Exclusive for enrolled students
- Classes during school hours
- Ages 2–6 welcome
- 150+ ball touches per session
- Ball provided
- $45/month, all-inclusive
Why Top Flight Kids Learning Center Families Love On-Site Soccer
Top Flight Kids Learning Center provides a nurturing environment where children grow at their own pace. Adding HappyFeet soccer during the school day means families get professional physical enrichment without the logistical burden of driving to a separate facility. Children stay in their familiar environment with their friends, and parents save hours each week. It’s enrichment that fits your life — not the other way around.
Serving Families Across Olathe, Lenexa, Overland Park, Gardner
Located at 300 S Rogers Rd in Olathe, Top Flight Kids Learning Center is conveniently positioned for families throughout Olathe, Gardner, Spring Hill, Lenexa, and Overland Park. The Olathe (central/north) area is home to young families looking for quality childcare with enrichment options built in — and on-site HappyFeet soccer is exactly that. No extra drives across town, no schedule juggling. Your child’s soccer program happens right here, during school hours, with kids they already know.
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Why On-Site Soccer at Top Flight Kids Learning Center Makes Sense
On-site soccer eliminates the logistics gap between school and enrichment — saving parents time while giving children 150+ ball touches per session in a familiar, confidence-building environment.
Five reasons Gardner families love this combination
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Save Hours Every Week
No driving to a separate soccer facility. No rearranging your evening or weekend. Soccer happens while your child is already at school. Families report saving an average of 3.5 hours per week.
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Familiar Environment = Better Learning
Your child learns soccer with classmates they already know, in a space they’re already comfortable in. Less first-day anxiety means more focus on the ball.
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Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum Meets Play-Based Soccer
Top Flight Kids Learning Center’s enrichment philosophy emphasizes purposeful play and active engagement — exactly what HappyFeet’s imagination-driven soccer curriculum delivers. These programs were built for each other.
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150+ Ball Touches Per Session
HappyFeet’s curriculum maximizes ball contact — approximately 150 touches per 40-minute class versus the industry average of around 30. That’s faster skill development, guaranteed.
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KC Legends Pathway Built In
HappyFeet is the official feeder program for KC Legends Soccer Club. When your child is ready for competitive play around age 6-7, the pathway is already there — no starting over.
Soccer at your child’s preschool — zero extra driving.
Location and Drive Times from Nearby Neighborhoods
Top Flight Kids Learning Center sits at 300 S Rogers Rd, easily accessible from Gardner (central/north), Lenexa, and surrounding the Gardner area neighborhoods.
Find Us on Rogers Rd
300 S Rogers Rd, Gardner, KS 66062
(913) 768-4661
Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
www.topflightkids.org
Drive times from your neighborhood:
- Olathe ~3 min
- Gardner / Spring Hill ~5 min
- Spring Hill / Olathe ~6 min
- Downtown Olathe ~8 min
- Gardner (Gardner area) ~10 min
- Spring Hill (Spring Hill area) ~12 min
- Lenexa (Olathe area) ~12 min
- Overland Park (Gardner area) ~15 min
Convenient for families in:
Gardner
Spring Hill
Lenexa
Overland Park
66062
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Learn about enrollment and discover why Gardner families love the convenience of on-site enrichment.
By the Numbers: Why On-Site Soccer Works
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150+ ball touches per session — compared to ~50 in traditional programs
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3.5 hours saved per week — by eliminating separate activity drives
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Ages 2-6 is the critical motor development window — gross motor skills develop most rapidly during this period
(American Academy of Pediatrics) -
30+ partner schools across the Kansas City metro area
(HappyFeet KC, 2026)
On-Site Soccer vs. Traditional Programs
| Feature | HappyFeet On-Site | Traditional Program |
|---|---|---|
| Extra driving required | None | Yes (15-30 min each way) |
| Schedule disruption | None — during school hours | Evenings/weekends |
| Ball touches per session | 150+ | ~50 |
| Monthly cost | $45 | $65-85 |
| Ball provided | Yes | Often not included |
| Pathway to competitive soccer | KC Legends (ages 6+) | Varies |
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are the most common questions parents ask about HappyFeet soccer at Top Flight Kids Learning Center.
Does Top Flight Kids Learning Center offer soccer classes?
for enrolled students. Classes happen during school hours on the Rogers Rd campus — no extra driving required.
How much is HappyFeet soccer at Top Flight Kids Learning Center?
What ages can participate in soccer at Top Flight Kids Learning Center?
age-appropriate — younger children focus on coordination and fun through imaginative play, while older
children develop more advanced technical skills.
Do I need to drive my child to soccer if they attend Top Flight Kids Learning Center?
routine stay exactly the same — you simply pick up a child who has already had soccer class.
What is the HappyFeet to KC Legends pathway?
is ready — typically around age 6-7 — they can transition seamlessly from HappyFeet’s foundational
curriculum into KC Legends’ recreational or competitive soccer programs, all with skills already
in place. Learn more about KC Legends.
About HappyFeet Kansas City
HappyFeet Kansas City has delivered play-based toddler soccer at daycares and preschools since 2003 and serves as the official feeder program for KC Legends Soccer Club.
Since 2003, HappyFeet has introduced thousands of Kansas City toddlers to soccer through imaginative,
play-based learning. The curriculum uses storytelling and games to develop coordination, confidence, and
a genuine love for physical activity.
We partner with quality childcare centers like Top Flight Kids Learning Center to bring soccer directly
to families — because busy parents need solutions that fit into their lives, not add more complexity.
HappyFeet is the official feeder program for KC Legends Soccer Club, providing a
seamless pathway from first touches (ages 2–6) to competitive youth soccer (ages 6–18).