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Candyland Child Development Center

471 Constitution Blvd, Box Elder, SD 57719
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About Candyland Child Development Center

Candyland Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Box Elder, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 140 children.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Licensed capacity
140 children

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Licensed capacity140 childrenFrom the state license

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Inspection reports for Candyland Child Development Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
140 children
License number
#016597844
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 17, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 10 rules in all

  • Records and paperwork 6
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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. Mar 17, 2026Inspection3 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”
  2. Mar 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Apr 9, 2025Inspection2 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

      “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”
  4. Mar 17, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:33

      “Are handwashing sinks used for diaper changing different than the sinks used for food or bottle prep? 67:42:17:33”
    • Food and nutrition

      Rule not named in the record

      “NOTE: Exits can't pass through storeroom, bathroom, kitchen; corridor & aisle widths maintained at 36 inches or more; exits cannot be obstructed.”
  5. Nov 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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”
  6. Aug 29, 2024Inspection2 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”
  7. Oct 16, 2023Inspection3 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 names of authorized individuals to pick up the children; health information including allergies or special needs; start and end date of enrollment? 67:42:17:42”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:42

      “Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
  8. Sep 6, 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 Candyland Child Development Center

Is Candyland Child Development Center licensed?

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

When was Candyland Child Development Center last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on March 17, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Candyland Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 5 of 6 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 Candyland Child Development Center care for?

140, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Candyland Child Development Center's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 791-1232 to confirm.

How much does Candyland Child Development Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 791-1232 to ask.

What is Candyland Child Development Center's phone number?

(605) 791-1232.

Where is Candyland Child Development Center?

471 Constitution Blvd, Box Elder, SD 57719.

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