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Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target

438 10th Ave NW, Watertown, SD 57201
licensed capacity
150
monthly, posted tuition
$175
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About Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target

Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target is a licensed child care center in Watertown, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 150 children.

It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care and pre-k. It lists monthly tuition from $175 to $200.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Preschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolFaith-basedPosts tuition
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Hours today
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Licensed capacity
150 children

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Programs

Programs and care

ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care and pre-k
ApproachFaith-based (Catholic)
Licensed capacity150 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target lists monthly tuition from $175 to $200.

Monthly · program, in its own wordsPrice
Afternoon Enrichment class, 1/2 day five days a week, 11:30am-3:15pm$175
PreKindergarten morning class, 1/2 day five days a week, 8:30am-11:30am$200
After School Child Care, $3 per Hour$3 an hour
2 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.

State record

Inspection reports for Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
150 children
License number
#011517016
See the state's record

Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 14, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 7 visits · 11 rules in all

  • Records and paperwork 7
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Food and nutrition 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. Apr 14, 2026Inspection2 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”
  2. Feb 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Sep 24, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • 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”
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:30

      “Does the provider have a weekly menu posted, which includes meals and snacks to be served each week? 67:42:17:30”
  4. Apr 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:01:01

      “In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - Is a fire alarm system inspected and serviced annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:01:01”
  5. Sep 11, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:42

      “Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  6. Mar 5, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • 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. Page 2 of 6 12/30/2024”
    • Safety and hazards

      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.”
  7. Nov 21, 2023Inspection2 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

      “Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
  8. Apr 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited

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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FAQ

Questions about Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target

Is Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target licensed?

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

When was Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on April 14, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 6 of 7 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 Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target care for?

150, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 886-3883 to confirm.

How much does Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target cost?

Monthly tuition from $175 to $200, as it lists it.

What is Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target's phone number?

(605) 886-3883.

Where is Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target?

438 10th Ave NW, Watertown, SD 57201. The nearest other daycare we list is St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center, 0.6 miles away.

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