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Best Daycare Centers in Fort Thompson, SD

Compare 3 daycare centers in Fort Thompson. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Fort Thompson, South Dakota at a glance

Daycares
3
Avg rating
5/5
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Fort Thompson offers 3 licensed daycares, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 5/5.67% are headstart programs, the dominant program type in Fort Thompson.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Fort Thompson

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Fort Thompson, based on parent reviews

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fort Thompson (27–36 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Fort Thompson based on parent reviews

Crow Creek Tribal Daycare

5

112 Burton Stepp Loop, Po Box 439, Fort Thompson, SD

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Daycare types in Fort Thompson

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Headstart Programs 2

Daycare Centers in Fort Thompson, South Dakota

There are 3 daycare centers in Fort Thompson, 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 Fort Thompson have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars.

When choosing a daycare in Fort Thompson, 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 Fort Thompson

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Crow Creek Tribal Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
112 Burton Stepp Loop, Po Box 439, Fort Thompson, SD
Phone
(605) 245-2128
Crow Creek Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
110 Burton Stepp Loop, P.O. Box 350, Fort Thompson, SD
Phone
(605) 245-2337
Crow Creek Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
108 Burton Stepp Loop, Po Box 350, Fort Thompson, SD
Phone
(605) 245-2185

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 all daycares in Fort Thompson, South Dakota. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Fort Thompson have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fort Thompson, 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
Fort Thompson offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Fort Thompson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fort Thompson 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.