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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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Britton School District 45-1
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents praise Britton School District 45-1's facilities, including excellent sports amenities, playground, and gym. Staff are noted as friendly and hallways are clean. One parent raised concerns about bullying and staff attentiveness.

Great football and track facilityexcellent gymplayground
Address
759 5th St, Britton, SD
Phone
(605) 448-2234
Christian Center Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Sioux Falls First Learning Center for exceptional staff care, strong communication, and creating a safe, nurturing environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the teachers' kindness and genuine engagement with children, with several noting successful transitions for first-time parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no complaints mentioned.

Caring and communicative staffstrong teacher-child relationshipssafe environment
Address
6300 W 41st Street, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 361-5775
Lil Hands Lil Feet, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Lil Hands Lil Feet is highly rated by parents for providing a safe, welcoming environment with caring and patient staff. Parents consistently report that their children are happy, comfortable, and eager to attend, with strong communication and responsiveness to concerns. The facility's recent remodel and controlled entry have also been noted as improvements.

Safe environmentcaring and patient staffexcellent communication
Address
601 S Cleveland Ave, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 275-4869
Hanson County Clc-Alexandria School
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
230 6th St., Alexandria, SD
Phone
(605) 239-4387
Holy Cross Lutheran Church Ost
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

This appears to be a church facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the warm, welcoming atmosphere, traditional Lutheran services, and effective pastoral leadership. The facility is described as modern and well-maintained.

Inviting atmosphereexperienced pastorquality choir
Address
149 Bison Trail, Dakota Dunes, SD
Phone
(605) 235-1688
Truks-N-Trykes 3
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

TRUKS-N-TRYKES 3 receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the caring and responsive staff, clean and engaging environment, and hands-on learning activities that keep children happy and excited to attend.

Kind and caring staffresponsive communication with parentsclean facility
Address
2908 S. Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 274-1819
Calvary Kids Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Calvary Kids Club is highly regarded for its engaging activities and strong community focus. Parents praise the friendly, welcoming staff and the center's emphasis on faith-based learning and outreach programs. The facility offers diverse events and maintains an energetic, caring environment.

Kid activities and learning experiencesfriendly and welcoming staffcommunity outreach projects
Address
2407 Broadway Street, Yankton, SD
Phone
(605) 665-5594
Bright Beginnings Day Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Bright Beginnings Day Care LLC in Lemmon, South Dakota receives universal praise from parents who describe it as an exceptional facility with caring staff and strong educational programming. Parents consistently highlight the director's dedication, structured curriculum with age-appropriate activities, and the staff's genuine commitment to each child's growth and well-being. Families emphasize feeling confident in their children's safety and happiness at the center.

caring and passionate staffloving environmentstrong educational curriculum with 365 different lesson plans
Address
510 10th St. West, Lemmon, SD
Phone
(605) 374-4384
Building Blocks After School Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1700 W. Frontier Street, Brandon, SD
Phone
(605) 582-4111
Building Blocks Cc And Lc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1714 Frontier St, Brandon, SD
Phone
(605) 582-5437
Stepping Stones
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1501 Locust Street, Yankton, SD
Phone
(605) 665-9964
Journey Kids Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Journey Kids Daycare Center in Aberdeen receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviewers praise the caring staff, Christian-based learning environment, strong communication, and their children's happiness and development at the facility.

caring and genuine staffexcellent communicationaccommodating to individual child needs
Address
502 Melgaard Road, Aberdeen, SD
Phone
(605) 262-0514
Center For Children And Families
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Center for Children and Families in Vermillion receives mostly positive feedback for its caring staff, nurturing environment, and strong communication with parents. Parents praise the experienced teachers, engaging curriculum, and director's commitment to safety and improvement. One parent noted minor concerns about nose hygiene practices.

experienced and reliable staffwelcoming and nurturing environmentclear communication with parents
Address
505 Stanford Street, Vermillion, SD
Phone
(605) 624-8270
For The Love Of Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

For the Love of Children receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere. Parents highlight the center's cleanliness, flexible hours, developmental programs, and quick responsiveness to concerns. Children are reported to show progress and enthusiasm about attending.

Caring and friendly staffwelcoming atmosphereclean facility
Address
3700 S. Westport Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 362-8851
Bright Beginnings Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Bright Beginnings Learning Center receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, quality education, and safe environment. Parents consistently highlight the director's leadership and the center's structured curriculum with age-appropriate activities. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-prepared for school.

Caring and passionate staffSafe environmentQuality education and structured curriculum
Address
512 South Iowa Street, Platte, SD
Phone
(605) 337-9794
Trinity Lutheran Church/School Dcc
Church Daycare
4.3

Trinity Lutheran Church/School DCC in Aberdeen, South Dakota is a religious facility with a 4.3/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight a welcoming community atmosphere and strong religious instruction. However, most reviews appear to reference the church itself rather than the daycare center specifically.

welcoming environmentstrong faith communityorganized
Address
915 S Dakota St, Aberdeen, SD
Phone
(605) 229-4697
Good Shepherd Early Childhood
Church Daycare
4.3

Parents consistently praise Good Shepherd Early Childhood as a welcoming faith-based facility with excellent staff and teachers. Multiple reviewers report multi-generational attendance and positive experiences, including successful integration of adopted children. The facility is noted for its Christian-centered curriculum and family-friendly environment.

Friendly and fantastic staffstrong Christian values and sound doctrinewelcoming environment for families
Address
4800 S Southeastern Ave, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 371-0072
Ellsworth Schoolage Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1679 Ellsworth Street, Building Building 7712, Ellsworth Afb, SD
Phone
(605) 385-2277
Kidstop - Edgemont
Before or After School Daycare
4.3
Address
715 Mogul Way, Edgemont, SD
Phone
(605) 673-2222
Pitter Patter Playhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
8610 W 22nd St., Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 361-3448
Mt Marty Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The reviews appear to be for Mount Marty College, not a daycare center. Most reviewers praise the institution for its educational quality, supportive staff, and campus facilities. However, the listing appears to contain misclassified content.

Great educational programssupportive staff and scheduling assistancebeautiful campus
Address
1105 W 8th Corbey Hall - Mt Marty College, Yankton, SD
Phone
(605) 668-1262
Vucurevich Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
224 East Sd Highway 50, Vermillion, SD
Phone
(605) 677-6880
Compassion Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Compassion Child Care receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, personalized attention, and family-like environment. However, two negative reviews cite staff turnover, inconsistent teacher presence, unprofessional director behavior, and concerns about pickup procedures and organizational values.

Staff genuinely cares for childrenminimal turnover historicallychildren know by name
Address
225 E 11th St, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 274-3380
Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Child Center (Little Explorers Center) in Sioux Falls receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the staff's warmth, attentiveness, and quality care. Parents highlight the smooth transition to daycare, good communication through their app, and engaging daily activities.

Friendly and welcoming staffaccommodating owner (Jen)smooth home-to-daycare transition
Address
2420 W 8th St., Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 332-9200
Snicklefritz Prep South
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Snicklefritz Prep South receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising caring staff, educational activities, and strong communication. However, two negative reviews cite unprofessionalism, unreliability, and unaddressed safety concerns from management.

Caring and dedicated staffeducational and engaging activitiesstrong parent-teacher communication via BrightWheel app
Address
410 North Cliff Avenue, Harrisburg, SD
Phone
(605) 743-2111
Kids INC. - Garfield
Before or After School Daycare
4.2
Address
2421 W. 15th St, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 367-4424
Inter-Lakes Com. Action-Sioux Falls
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Inter-Lakes COM. ACTION for its caring, friendly staff and educational approach to childcare. The facility is noted for strong security measures, adequate staffing, nutritious meals, and learning-focused classrooms that prepare children for kindergarten. The center also provides valuable community resources and assistance for low-income families.

Friendly and caring staffexcellent communicationsecure facility with access chip entry
Address
505 North Western Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD
Phone
(605) 334-2808
Snicklefritz South
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Snicklefritz South receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, educational activities, and parent communication, though two negative reviews raise concerns about professionalism and safety responsiveness. The majority of parents report high satisfaction with their children's learning and development.

caring and attentive staffeducational and engaging activitiesstrong parent-teacher communication via BrightWheel app
Address
414 North Cliff Avenue, Harrisburg, SD
Phone
(605) 743-2111
Creative Kids Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
6047 Tartan Court, Rapid City, SD
Phone
(605) 348-4804
Creative Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
4605 Easy Street, Rapid City, SD
Phone
(605) 348-7700

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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.