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Best Daycare Centers in Black Hawk, SD

Compare 4 daycare centers in Black Hawk. Average rating: 4.77/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Black Hawk, South Dakota at a glance

Daycares
4
Avg rating
4.77/5
Parent reviews
46
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Black Hawk has 4 licensed daycares with 46 parent reviews averaging 4.77/5.50% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Black Hawk.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Black Hawk

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Imagination Station Preschool
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    5504 Oak Street, Black Hawk, SD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Imagination Station Preschool in Black Hawk, South Dakota receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and supportive environment for children of all needs.

    Kind and loving staffknowledgeable teachersexcellent communication with parentsBrightwheel app for daily updates and photos
  2. 2
    Imagination Station Day Care
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    5504 1/2 Oak Street, Black Hawk, SD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Imagination Station Day Care in Black Hawk, South Dakota receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the knowledgeable, caring, and loving staff who create a safe, nurturing, and educational environment where children thrive. The center is noted for strong communication, engaging curriculum, outdoor time, and nutritious meals, with many families maintaining enrollment for multiple years.

    Kind and understanding staffexcellent communication via Brightwheel appdevelopmentally appropriate activitiesoutdoor time
  3. 3
    Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church/Sc
    4.49 score
    4.9(6)

    7308 Wedgewood Dr., Black Hawk, SD · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church/SC daycare for its community engagement, friendly atmosphere, and recent facility improvements. Reviews highlight the church's welcoming staff, engaging activities for children, and spiritual environment.

    Engaging activities (Valentine's project for veterans)friendly staff and communityrecent facility remodelspiritual leadership

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Black Hawk

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Black Hawk, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

4.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Black Hawk (30–30 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Black Hawk based on parent reviews

Imagination Station Preschool

4.7(20)

5504 Oak Street, Black Hawk, SD

Imagination Station Preschool in Black Hawk, South Dakota receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and supportive environment for children of all needs.

Kind and loving staffknowledgeable teachersexcellent communication with parents

Imagination Station Day Care

4.7(20)

5504 1/2 Oak Street, Black Hawk, SD

Imagination Station Day Care in Black Hawk, South Dakota receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the knowledgeable, caring, and loving staff who create a safe, nurturing, and educational environment where children thrive. The center is noted for strong communication, engaging curriculum, outdoor time, and nutritious meals, with many families maintaining enrollment for multiple years.

Kind and understanding staffexcellent communication via Brightwheel appdevelopmentally appropriate activities

Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church/Sc

4.9(6)

7308 Wedgewood Dr., Black Hawk, SD

Parents praise Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church/SC daycare for its community engagement, friendly atmosphere, and recent facility improvements. Reviews highlight the church's welcoming staff, engaging activities for children, and spiritual environment.

Engaging activities (Valentine's project for veterans)friendly staff and communityrecent facility remodel

Map

Daycare types in Black Hawk

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Daycare Centers in Black Hawk, South Dakota

There are 4 daycare centers in Black Hawk, South Dakota. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Black Hawk have an average rating of 4.77 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 46 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Black Hawk, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Black Hawk

Showing 4 results

Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church/Sc
Church Daycare
4.9

Parents praise Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church/SC daycare for its community engagement, friendly atmosphere, and recent facility improvements. Reviews highlight the church's welcoming staff, engaging activities for children, and spiritual environment.

Engaging activities (Valentine's project for veterans)friendly staff and communityrecent facility remodel
Address
7308 Wedgewood Dr., Black Hawk, SD
Phone
(605) 791-1131
Imagination Station Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Imagination Station Preschool in Black Hawk, South Dakota receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and supportive environment for children of all needs.

Kind and loving staffknowledgeable teachersexcellent communication with parents
Address
5504 Oak Street, Black Hawk, SD
Phone
(605) 786-1121
Imagination Station Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Imagination Station Day Care in Black Hawk, South Dakota receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the knowledgeable, caring, and loving staff who create a safe, nurturing, and educational environment where children thrive. The center is noted for strong communication, engaging curriculum, outdoor time, and nutritious meals, with many families maintaining enrollment for multiple years.

Kind and understanding staffexcellent communication via Brightwheel appdevelopmentally appropriate activities
Address
5504 1/2 Oak Street, Black Hawk, SD
Phone
(605) 786-1121
Kidstop - Black Hawk
Before or After School Daycare
Address
7108 Seeaire St., Black Hawk, SD
Phone
(605) 787-6701

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 all daycares in Black Hawk, South Dakota. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Black Hawk have an average Google rating of 4.77 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Black Hawk, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with South Dakota's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in South Dakota)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Black Hawk offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in South Dakota typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Black Hawk for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Black Hawk must be licensed by South Dakota's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.