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8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Pierre, South Dakota

Browse all 8 child daycare & preschools in Pierre, South Dakota. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pierre

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
    Ss. Peter & Paul Ost Program
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    210 E Broadway Ave, Pierre, SD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    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 elevatorsstrong faith-based curriculum
  2. 2
    Oahe Ymca
    3.92 score
    3.9(20)

    900 E. Church Street, Pierre, SD · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 130 children

    Parents praise the OAHE YMCA for its excellent facilities, friendly staff, and wide variety of recreational activities and classes. The center offers good value for membership and has recently upgraded equipment. One minor concern noted is noise from children during adult classes.

    Beautiful facilityfriendly and helpful staffcontinuously updated equipmentwide variety of activities (swimming

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Pierre based on parent reviews

Ss. Peter & Paul Ost Program

4.7(11)

210 E Broadway Ave, Pierre, SD

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

Oahe Child Development Center

5(3)

2307 East Capital Drive, Box 907, Pierre, SD

Faith Lutheran Day Care Center

5

714 N Grand, Pierre, SD

Childrens Castle

2.3(2)

2400 East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, SD

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Daycare types in Pierre

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Pierre, South Dakota

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Pierre, South Dakota, making up 89% of the 9 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.

When choosing a daycare in Pierre, 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 Pierre

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Oahe Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2307 East Capital Drive, Box 907, Pierre, SD
Phone
(605) 224-6603
Faith Lutheran Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
714 N Grand, Pierre, SD
Phone
(605) 224-4748
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
Childrens Castle
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3
Address
2400 East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, SD
Phone
(605) 224-8098
Angel Patch Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1810 Bristol Place, Pierre, SD
Phone
(605) 295-1840
Stepping Stones Cc Mary Pease
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
310 S Arthur, Pierre, SD
Phone
(605) 224-7584
Playpens And Puzzles Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2100 Brookstone Loop, Pierre, SD
Phone
(605) 224-8838
Cradle To Crayons
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1408 N Harrison Avenue, Pierre, SD
Phone
(605) 224-9001

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Pierre, South Dakota, out of 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Pierre, 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
Pierre offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 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 Pierre for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Pierre 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.