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417 Daycare Centers in South Dakota

Browse 417 daycare centers across South Dakota. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in South Dakota

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in South Dakota can make the decision-making process smoother.

South Dakota has about 417 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in South Dakota. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in South Dakota

There are 417 daycares in South Dakota: 8 headstart facilities, 103 before/after school centers, 19 religious facility daycares, and 287 childcare and preschool centers.

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Kidstop
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
401 South Spring Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 336-3652
Holy Cross Preschool/Extended Care
Church Daycare
4.9

Holy Cross Preschool receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and quality early childhood education that prepares children for kindergarten. The facility is also noted for its strong community involvement and religious programming.

welcoming environmentfriendly staffquality preschool education
Address
1300 South Sertoma Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 362-1947
Inter-Lakes Com. Action -Madison
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Inter-Lakes Com. Action for exceptional professionalism and helpful service. Staff members are frequently recognized by name for going above and beyond. The facility is highly recommended by families who use their services.

Professional staffhelpful and accommodating servicestaff go out of their way to assist
Address
104 S. Van Eps, Madison, SD
Phone
(605) 256-6518
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
B&Gs Club Brkgs @ St. Thomas More
Church Daycare
4.9

These reviews appear to be for St. Thomas More Church rather than the B&GS Club Brookings daycare facility. Reviewers praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, compassionate clergy, and beautiful facilities. No actual daycare reviews are present.

Welcoming and friendly staffcompassionate leadershipbeautiful architecture
Address
1700 8th St. S, Brookings, SD
Phone
(605) 692-3333
St. Katharine Drexel School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The reviews provided are for St. Katharine Drexel Church, not the daycare center. Parents praise the church's beautiful facilities, welcoming congregation, and quality of religious services and events.

Beautiful church buildingfriendly and welcoming communityquality homilies
Address
1800 S. Katie Avenue, Suite 2, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 275-6994
Christ Lutheran Church Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
701 N. Main Ave., Hartford, SD
Phone
(605) 528-3027
West Nidaros Ost
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The reviews appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, kind community, and beautiful facility, with positive experiences at worship services, weddings, and funerals.

Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful sanctuarykind community
Address
25403 471st Ave, Crooks, SD
Phone
(605) 543-5215
Miss Leanns Child Care & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1103 Elkhorn Street, Belle Fourche, SD
Phone
(605) 892-4632
Abiding Savior Under Christs Care
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Abiding Savior Under Christ's Care is a school-based facility in Sioux Falls praised for its welcoming, Christ-centered environment and strong community. Parents highlight the quality of teaching, worship programs, and the integration of biblical values across all activities. The facility is noted for fostering a sense of family and belonging among attendees.

Warm and welcoming atmospherequality teachingChrist-centered worship
Address
4100 South Bahnson Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 371-3800
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
Ss. Peter & Paul Ost Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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
Address
210 E Broadway Ave, Pierre, SD
Phone
(605) 224-7185
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
Zion Lutheran Preschool And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Zion Lutheran Preschool and Daycare receives uniformly positive feedback from parents and families. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming community, excellent balance of academic challenge with encouragement, and the genuine care teachers show for children. The facility is noted for strong educational quality, integration with church activities, and family-friendly atmosphere.

Outstanding educational experiencewarm welcoming communitygood balance of academic rigor and support
Address
4550 S Highway 16, Rapid City, SD
Phone
(605) 342-5749
Tea Tots Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Tea Tots Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, clean facilities, and excellent communication. One parent raised serious concerns about differential treatment based on socioeconomic status and race.

caring and friendly staffstrong curriculumclean and well-maintained facility
Address
2100 North Devon Avenue, Tea, SD
Phone
(605) 498-1234
Faulkton Area Ost Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
1114 Court St, Faulkton, SD
Phone
(605) 598-6266
Little Nest Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Little Nest Preschool for its caring, attentive staff, strong Montessori-based curriculum, and extended hours. Children are reported to be excited about attending daily and well-prepared for kindergarten. The director, Jessica, is noted as professional, approachable, and responsive to parent concerns.

caring and friendly staffstrong academic preparationMontessori curriculum
Address
3459 Jet Drive, Rapid City, SD
Phone
(605) 430-4268
Kyle Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
P.O. Box 2070, Pine Ridge, SD
Phone
(605) 455-2318
Nhac - Deadwood First Step
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

NHAC - DEADWOOD FIRST STEP receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, and educational activities. However, one parent reported serious safety concerns regarding multiple biting incidents and inadequate incident documentation.

caring and capable staffclean and tidy classroomsaffordable rates
Address
753 Main Street, Deadwood, SD
Phone
(605) 559-2007
Montessori School Of Aberdeen INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Montessori School of Aberdeen receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the Montessori approach, leadership under Susan, and the nurturing environment. Parents report significant growth in their children's confidence, academic skills, and social-emotional development, with strong emphasis on safety and genuine care from staff.

Montessori method and curriculumleadership and staff dedicationchild development and growth
Address
515 8th Ave Nw, Aberdeen, SD
Phone
(605) 228-6655
Fit-N-Fun
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

FIT-N-FUN receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the clean facilities, engaging activities, and supportive staff that help children enjoy attending. Parents highlight the variety of programming, healthy snacks, reasonable class sizes, and good teacher communication. One parent expressed concerns about activity fulfillment and parent-staff communication.

clean facilitiesvariety of activity areas (obstacle courseplayground
Address
3660 Sturgis Road, Suite 4, Rapid City, SD
Phone
(605) 341-0078
Kidstop - Canyon Lake
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

KIDSTOP - CANYON LAKE appears to be a community center rather than a traditional daycare. Reviews consistently praise the friendly atmosphere, diverse activities, and well-maintained facilities. The center offers memberships for ages 21 and up with numerous programs including dance nights, bingo, pickleball, exercise classes, and a thrift store.

Friendly and welcoming staffdiverse activities and programswell-organized events
Address
1500 Evergreen St, Rapid City, SD
Phone
(605) 394-1817
Snicklefritz On Sycamore
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Snicklefritz on Sycamore receives mostly positive feedback from parents whose children currently attend or have attended the center. Parents consistently praise the caring and responsive staff, small class sizes, and balanced approach to learning and play. One unverified complaint from a non-parent alleges inappropriate staff behavior during outdoor time.

Friendly and responsive staffcaring approach to childrensmall class sizes
Address
2412 South Sycamore Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 367-6767
Swo Head Start East
Headstart Programs
4.5
Address
45698 Veterans Memorial Dr, Po Box 509, Agency Village, SD
Phone
(605) 698-3103
Truks-N-Trykes Playcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise TRUKS-N-TRYKES PLAYCARE for providing excellent care with personal attention in a center-based setting. The facility stands out for its unique amenities, including year-round indoor sports facilities, and staff who go above and beyond to support all children, including those with special needs. All reviewers highlight strong communication, a nurturing learning environment, and caring staff led by owner Melissa.

Experienced and caring staffpersonalized attention despite center sizeyear-round indoor gym and turf facilities
Address
3400 Centerfield Place, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 371-9770
Venture Kids University
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Venture Kids University receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and safe environment. Parents consistently report their children enjoy attending and are learning well. One dissenting review criticized staff qualifications and care standards.

caring and sweet teacherspersonalized attention to each childstrong education
Address
1339 East North Street, Rapid City, SD
Phone
(605) 208-5437
Madison Community Center Ost
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Madison Community Center OST is highly regarded as a well-maintained facility with excellent staff and diverse amenities. Parents praise the clean pool, fitness options, and after-school program where children enjoy swimming and recreational activities. The center offers affordable membership with free access for DSU students.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffindoor lap pool and hot tub
Address
500 Ne 11th St., Madison, SD
Phone
(605) 256-5837
Snicklefritz Prep
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Snicklefritz Prep receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and responsive staff, small class sizes, and balanced approach to learning and play. Children reportedly enjoy attending and are reluctant to leave at day's end. One unverified negative review from a non-parent alleged inappropriate staff behavior.

friendly and responsive staffcaring environmentsmall class sizes
Address
5122 South Cliff Ave, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 371-1168
Swst Head Start Center West
Headstart Programs
4.5
Address
45698 Veterans Memorial Drive, Agency Village, SD
Phone
(605) 698-3103
Lss @ Eastside Lutheran Ost
Church Daycare
4.5

Reviews are not about daycare services but rather about the religious facility itself. Parents/visitors praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and pastoral staff at this Lutheran church location.

Welcoming environmentfriendly staff and congregationbeautiful architecture
Address
1300 E 10th St, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 371-8770

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Frequently asked questions

There are 417 all daycares across South Dakota. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in South Dakota are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through South Dakota's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in South Dakota, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (South Dakota sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in South Dakota vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.