How do I choose the right daycare in Sturgis?

When choosing a daycare in Sturgis, 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

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Q: 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 Sturgis for current pricing.

Sturgis, South Dakota at a glance

Daycares: 4
Avg rating: 3/5
Parent reviews: 7
Top rated (4.5+): 0

Sturgis offers 4 licensed daycares, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 3/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sturgis

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.

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Discovery Kids University
3.42 score
3(7)
198 Old Stone Rd., Sturgis, SD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Discovery Kids University receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, clean environment, and Christian values, while others report serious concerns including food allergy mishandling, inadequate child supervision, and significant employment issues with late/bounced paychecks and unprofessional hiring practices.
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Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Sturgis

4.5 - 5.0

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4.0 - 4.4

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3.0 - 3.9

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Below 3

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Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Sturgis (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Sturgis based on parent reviews

Discovery Kids University

3(7)

198 Old Stone Rd., Sturgis, SD

Discovery Kids University receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, clean environment, and Christian values, while others report serious concerns including food allergy mishandling, inadequate child supervision, and significant employment issues with late/bounced paychecks and unprofessional hiring practices.

Caring and professional staffclean and healthy environmentattentive to children's needs

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Daycare Centers in Sturgis, South Dakota

There are 4 daycare centers in Sturgis, 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 Sturgis have an average rating of 3 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3 stars. Our analysis covers 7 parent reviews.

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

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 all daycares in Sturgis, South Dakota. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Sturgis have an average Google rating of 3 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.

When choosing a daycare in Sturgis, 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

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 Sturgis for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Sturgis 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 Sturgis, SD