How many all daycares are in Pierre, South Dakota?

There are 9 all daycares in Pierre, South Dakota. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Pierre?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Pierre have an average Google rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Pierre?

When choosing a daycare in Pierre, 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

What types of daycare are available in Pierre?

Pierre offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 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.

What is the average cost of daycare in South Dakota?

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 Pierre for current pricing.

Are daycares in Pierre licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Pierre 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.

Best Daycare Centers in Pierre, SD — Compare 9+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pierre

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
Ss. Peter & Paul Ost Program
4.48 score
4.7(11)
210 E Broadway Ave, Pierre, SD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews praise SS. Peter & Paul OST Program as a wonderful Catholic school with excellent teachers, leadership, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Parents appreciate the church's accessibility, faith-based values, and family-oriented environment. One reviewer noted the playground could be updated.
Excellent teachers and principalmulti-generational families attendaccessible facilities with elevatorsstrong faith-based curriculum
2
Oahe Ymca
3.92 score
3.9(20)
900 E. Church Street, Pierre, SD · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 130 children
Parents praise the OAHE YMCA for its excellent facilities, friendly staff, and wide variety of recreational activities and classes. The center offers good value for membership and has recently upgraded equipment. One minor concern noted is noise from children during adult classes.
Beautiful facilityfriendly and helpful staffcontinuously updated equipmentwide variety of activities (swimming

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Pierre

4.5 - 5.0

3

4.0 - 4.4

0

3.0 - 3.9

1

Below 3

1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Pierre, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.25avg rating

8 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

3.9avg rating

1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Pierre zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
57501	9	4.18	3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Pierre (50–185 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Pierre based on parent reviews

Ss. Peter & Paul Ost Program

4.7(11)

210 E Broadway Ave, Pierre, SD

Reviews praise SS. Peter & Paul OST Program as a wonderful Catholic school with excellent teachers, leadership, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Parents appreciate the church's accessibility, faith-based values, and family-oriented environment. One reviewer noted the playground could be updated.

Excellent teachers and principalmulti-generational families attendaccessible facilities with elevators

Oahe Child Development Center

5(3)

2307 East Capital Drive, Box 907, Pierre, SD

Parents highlight the program's effectiveness in preparing children for elementary school and fostering overall development. Reviewers appreciate the compassionate and knowledgeable staff who go above and beyond to support both children and families.

school readiness preparationchild development supportcompassionate staff

Faith Lutheran Day Care Center

5

714 N Grand, Pierre, SD

Oahe Ymca

3.9(20)

900 E. Church Street, Pierre, SD

Parents praise the OAHE YMCA for its excellent facilities, friendly staff, and wide variety of recreational activities and classes. The center offers good value for membership and has recently upgraded equipment. One minor concern noted is noise from children during adult classes.

Beautiful facilityfriendly and helpful staffcontinuously updated equipment

Childrens Castle

2.3(2)

2400 East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, SD

One parent reports a safe, reliable environment with welcoming staff after a change in ownership, while another describes a 2-month-old left unattended with a wet diaper during a trial period, citing a lack of security and billing disputes that resulted in collections.

safe environmentreliable pickupwelcoming staff

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Daycare Centers in Pierre, South Dakota

There are 9 daycare centers in Pierre, 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 Pierre have an average rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.25 stars. Our analysis covers 36 parent reviews.

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

Best Daycare Centers in Pierre, SD

Pierre, South Dakota at a glance