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.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 287 |
| Headstart Programs | 8 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 19 |
| Before or After School | 103 |
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Little Steps Ihanpi Cikcistina
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 45658 Veterans Memorial Drive, Agency Village, SD
- Phone
- (605) 742-0280
Westside Preschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 312 W Walnut St, Sisseton, SD
- Phone
- (605) 698-7613
Wilmot School Ost
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 800 Ordway St, Po Box 100, Wilmot, SD
- Phone
- (605) 938-4647
Sprouts Community Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 203 Walnut St, Summit, SD
- Phone
- (605) 398-6110
Big Stone City School Ost
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 655 Walnut St, Big Stone Cty, SD
- Phone
- (605) 862-8108
Great After School Place Medary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 718 5th St.S., Brookings, SD
- Phone
- (605) 696-4369
Rustler Roost Ost Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 623 E. 4th St., Miller, SD
- Phone
- (605) 999-7683
Shining Star Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 109 S. Park, P.O. Box 234, Wagner, SD
- Phone
- (605) 770-6211
The Crayon Box III
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 321 E. Brown Ave., P.O. Box 29, Salem, SD
- Phone
- (605) 425-2571
Panther Paws
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 401 S. Iowa Ave., Platte, SD
- Phone
- (605) 337-9794
Cougar Cubs Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 403 Birdsell St., Bonesteel, SD
- Phone
- (605) 654-2994
Embe After School Program Jpii
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1510 West Elm Ave., Mitchell, SD
- Phone
- (605) 996-4311
Youth And Family Services Cdc Sediv
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1500 Sedivy Lane, Rapid City, SD
- Phone
- (605) 341-2514
Abc Sturgis Beginners
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1121 Ballpark Rd., Sturgis, SD
- Phone
- (605) 347-2991
Little Pheasants
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 330 W 2nd Street, Parker, SD
- Phone
- (605) 297-2266
Cougar Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 501 Adams Street, Hurley, SD
- Phone
- (605) 238-5221
B&G Club Horizons Ase
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3540 N 4th Ave, Sioux Falls, SD
- Phone
- (605) 338-8061
Shar And Amys Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 204 Prairie Dr., 23259 Sd Hwy 73, Philip, SD
- Phone
- (605) 859-2953
Embe South Child Care Center (Ywca)
Child Daycare & Preschools
EMBE South Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff dedication, communication, educational balance, and facility quality, though one parent reported serious concerns about disability accommodations and staff responsiveness. Most families report children are happy and engaged, with low staff turnover being a key strength.
Dedicated and caring staffexcellent parent communicationlow staff turnover
- Address
- 3510 West Ralph Rogers Road, Sioux Falls, SD
- Phone
- (605) 362-9438
Bright Beginnings II
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 207 W. Elm Street, Bldg #2, Beresford, SD
- Phone
- (605) 763-8045
Totally Kids Before/After School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 205 West 5th Avenue, Lennox, SD
- Phone
- (605) 647-2202
Apple Tree North
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 700 N. Sycamore Ave., Sioux Falls, SD
- Phone
- (605) 332-5581
Beckers Bright Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 210 S Main Street, Humboldt, SD
- Phone
- (605) 363-5060
Burke Daycare INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 701 Main St, Burke, SD
- Phone
- (605) 775-2280
Kid Cave
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 909 Main St, Kadoka, SD
- Phone
- (605) 837-2775
Ipswich Tiger Post Cec INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 318 2nd Ave, Ipswich, SD
- Phone
- (605) 426-6685
Blessed Minds Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 902 6th St, Britton, SD
- Phone
- (605) 448-5010
Wendys Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 13 6th St, Ipswich, SD
- Phone
- (605) 520-4328
Great Afterschool Place Dakota Pr.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 111 26th Ave., 1330 Main Ave. S., Brookings, SD
- Phone
- (605) 696-4909
Mitchell Christian Early Learning
Church Daycare
- Address
- 805 W. 18th Ave, Mitchell, SD
- Phone
- (605) 996-8861
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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.