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4 Before or After School Daycare in Brookings, South Dakota

Browse all 4 before or after school daycare in Brookings, South Dakota. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Brookings

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.

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    B&Gs Club Brkgs @ St. Thomas More
    4.53 score
    4.9(7)

    1700 8th St. S, Brookings, SD · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    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 architectureuplifting services
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    Early Learning Cnt Of Brookings
    4.07 score
    4.1(12)

    401 1st Ave., Brookings, SD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise the Early Learning Center of Brookings for its caring, attentive staff and strong educational programs across all age groups. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's focus on safety, individual child development, and transparent parent communication through daily updates and photos. The facility is noted for creating a nurturing environment where children are engaged and excited to attend.

    Caring and professional teachersindividual att

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Before or After School Daycare in Brookings, South Dakota

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Brookings, South Dakota, making up 31% of the 13 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 Brookings, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Before or After School Daycare in Brookings

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Sdsu Ost Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
Sdsu 2218 Pc 136, Brookings, SD
Phone
(605) 688-6797
Great After School Place-Methodist
Before or After School Daycare
Address
625 5th St., Brookings, SD
Phone
(605) 692-4399
Great After School Place Hillcrest
Before or After School Daycare
Address
304 15th Avenue, Brookings, SD
Phone
(605) 696-4645
Great After-School Place--Camelot
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1401 15th St. S., Brookings, SD
Phone
(605) 696-4447

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school daycares in Brookings, South Dakota, out of 13 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 Brookings, 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
Brookings offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Brookings for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Brookings 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.