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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Madison, SD

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Madison. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Madison, South Dakota at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
25
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Madison has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 25 parent reviews averaging 4.7/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Madison

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. 1
    Inter-Lakes Com. Action -Madison
    4.45 score
    4.9(5)

    104 S. Van Eps, Madison, SD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    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 assistpositive community impact
  2. 2
    Madison Community Center Ost
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    500 Ne 11th St., Madison, SD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    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 tubdiverse fitness classes (kickboxing

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Madison

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Madison (100–100 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Madison based on parent reviews

Inter-Lakes Com. Action -Madison

4.9(5)

104 S. Van Eps, Madison, SD

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

Madison Community Center Ost

4.5(20)

500 Ne 11th St., Madison, SD

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

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Daycare types in Madison

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Madison, South Dakota

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Madison, South Dakota, making up 67% of the 3 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Madison have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 25 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Madison

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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
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

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Madison, South Dakota, out of 3 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Madison have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Madison, 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
Madison offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 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.
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 Madison for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Madison 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.