Apple Blossom Academy
1600 S Sycamore Ave, Sioux Falls, SD
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Ark Academy is a licensed child care center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 236 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care and full-time care. It lists weekly tuition from $75 to $285.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Ages 4 weeks to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care, full-time care, part-time care and summer camp |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian) |
| Transportation | Transportation (Transportation to and from Rosa Parks, Harvey Dunn & John Harris) |
| More | Founded 2025 |
| Licensed capacity | 236 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Ark Academy lists weekly tuition from $75 to $285.
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Daycare - Ages 0-6, 2 Days a Week | $220 |
| Daycare - Ages 0-6, 3 Days a Week | $250 |
| Daycare - Ages 0-6, 4 Days a Week | $266 |
| Daycare - Ages 0-6, 5 Days a Week | $285 |
| School Age Care, After School Only | $145 |
| School Age Care, Before and After School | $175 |
| School Age Care, Before School Only | $75 |
| Half Day Drop In, 4 hours or less of care | $60 a day |
| Full Day Drop In, over 4 hours of care | $115 a day |
| Part Time Summer Care, May - August (up to 3 Days a week) | $150 a week |
| Full Time Summer Care, May - August | $195 a week |
State record
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 6, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 13 rules in all
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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67:42:17:27
“Are medications returned to the parent when no longer needed or the medication has expired? 67:42:17:27”
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”
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”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
67:42:17:44
“Is the diaper changing area cleaned and sanitized after each diaper change with a sanitizing solution approved by the department? 67:42:17:44”
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.”
61:15:01:01
“In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - If a fire sprinkler system is present, is it inspected and serviced annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:01:01”
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”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
67:42:17:43
“Is there a written emergency preparedness and response plan in place which covers all areas required to include: evacuation; relocation; shelter-in-place; lock-down procedures; procedures for communication & reunification with families; continuity of operations; and accommodation of infants & toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions? 67:42:17:43”
67:42:17:35
“Is the playground equipment installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and in good repair? 67:42:17:35”
67:42:17:32
“Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
67:42:17:39
“Do all unused electrical outlets have self-closing or tamper resistant childproof electrical covers? 67:42:17:39 NOTE: Outlet plug covers are not permitted.”
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FAQ
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on August 6, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 4 of 4 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.
236, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Weekly tuition from $75 to $285, as it lists it.
(605) 838-8730.
3309 E 26th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57103. The nearest other daycare we list is Harvey Dunn CLC, 0.4 miles away.