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Achievement Academy

3209 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105

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About Achievement Academy

Achievement Academy is a licensed child care center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 20 children.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Licensed capacity
20 children

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Licensed capacity20 childrenFrom the state license

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Inspection reports for Achievement Academy

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Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
20 children
License number
#708801840
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Summary

3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 8, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 19 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Transportation 1

For comparison: 97% of South Dakota daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 7.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Jul 8, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:35

      “For a school age program, are all play areas which are near an area that is dangerous or life- threatening that could pose a risk of a serious injury to children enclosed with a fence that is at least 42" high? 67:42:17:35 NOTE: This includes but is not limited to pools, water filled ditches, high traffic areas, etc.”
  2. Dec 17, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05

      “Are exit signs provided over each exit, and where necessary to identify a change in the direction of egress travel? 61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05 NOTE: Exit signs must be interior or exterior illuminated or self-luminous.”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05

      “Are exits and exit corridors maintained in a safe manner? 61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05 NOTE: Exits can't pass through storeroom, bathroom, kitchen; corridor & aisle widths maintained at 36 inches or more; exits cannot be obstructed.”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:01:01

      “In storage rooms, are combustible materials maintained at least 2 feet below the ceiling or 18 Inches below sprinkler head deflectors? 61:15:01:01”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:01:01

      “Is electrical system being used properly? 61:15:01:01 NOTE: Check for overloads or frayed extension cords.”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:10

      “Are portable fire extinguishers charged, operable, and inspected annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:05:10 NOTE: Minimum 2A rated on each level. No more than 75 feet travel distance to an extinguisher. One near food preparation.”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:01:01

      “Is there a carbon monoxide detector installed according to the manufacturer's directions if there is a furnace or appliances utilizing fossil fuels such as propane, natural, gas, etc.? 61:15:01:01”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:33

      “Is each bathroom provided with natural or mechanical ventilation? 67:42:17:33”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:32

      “Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:35

      “Is the outside play area safe, in good repair, and free of debris, trash, weeds and hazardous material? 67:42:17:35”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:35

      “For a center program, is the outdoor play area enclosed with a fence that is at least 48" high? 67:42:17:35”
  3. Nov 25, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:42

      “Do children's records include name and DOB of child, parent/s names and contact information, emergency contact information, permission for emergency medical treatment, names of authorized individuals to pick up the child, health information including immunizations, allergies, or special needs, and start and end date of enrollment? 67:42:17:42”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:29

      “If a child in care has a known food allergy, does the provider have a written plan which includes instructions regarding food allergens, steps to be taken to avoid the food, and a detailed treatment plan to be implemented if the child has an allergic reaction? 67:42:17:29”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Are medications returned to the parent when no longer needed or the medication has expired? 67:42:17:27”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Are medications provided by the parent kept in their original container with the original label? For prescription medications, does the label include the child's name, instructions including the amount and frequency, expiration date, and physician or licensed practitioner's name? 67:42:17:27”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Is written consent obtained from each child's parent before administering all prescription and non-prescription medication? Does the consent include the child's name, name of medication and the dates, times, and dosage of the medication to be administered? 67:42:17:27”
    • Transportation

      67:42:17:45

      “If transportation is provided, does the program have proof of liability insurance for the vehicle(s) used to transport children? 67:42:17:45”
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Does the program have proof of current liability insurance? 67:42:17:43”

Copied from South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2022. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is Achievement Academy licensed?

Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Achievement Academy last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on July 8, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Achievement Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 97% of South Dakota daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 7. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can Achievement Academy care for?

20, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Achievement Academy's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 306-8006 to confirm.

How much does Achievement Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 306-8006 to ask.

What is Achievement Academy's phone number?

(605) 306-8006.

Where is Achievement Academy?

3209 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105. The nearest other daycare we list is Lindsey Deppe, 0.3 miles away.

Sources: South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation (license and visits).