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Cougar Cubs Daycare
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About Cougar Cubs Daycare
Cougar Cubs Daycare is a licensed child care center in Bonesteel, 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 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 20 children
Hours
Hours
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Programs
Programs and care
| Licensed capacity | 20 childrenFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for Cougar Cubs Daycare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- Capacity
- 20 children
- License number
- #014512466
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 3, 2025: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 7 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safety and hazards 2
- 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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Nov 3, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
67:42:17:32
“Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
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”
Apr 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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”
- Feb 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 22, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
67:42:17:42
“Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
67:42:17:06
“Does the provider comply with their responsibility to report to the Office of Licensing & Accreditation within 24 hours any incidents or changes in circumstances that may affect their ability to meet licensing requirements? 67:42:17:06 Note: This includes but is not limited to a new director, use of space not yet approved, renovating of space used, damage to the building, change in location or ownership, involvement with child protective services or law enforcement, serious injury that requires medical attention or dental care or death of child in care, etc.”
67:42:17:43
“Does the program have proof of current liability insurance? 67:42:17:43”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
- Sep 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 15, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
67:42:17:43
“Does the provider have documentation showing two fire evacuation drills, two shelter-in- place drills, and two lockdown drills conducted in the past calendar year? 67:42:17:43”
67:42:17:42
“Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
67:42:17:09
“Is the individual responsible for planning and implementing the program at least 18 years of age and is the required education or work experience maintained? 67:42:17:09”
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”
67:42:17:43
“Does the program have proof of current liability insurance? 67:42:17:43”
Oct 25, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
67:42:10:10
“Policy related to requirement for children's immunization records to be obtained and maintained current? 67:42:10:10”
67:42:10:10
“Policies related to fee schedules and when payment is due? 67:42:10:10”
67:42:16:13
“Are children's records complete? 67:42:16:13 Note: Children's records are to be maintained at the facility for 6 months following the date care ceases.”
67:42:10:09
“Are staff records complete? 67:42:10:09 Note: Staff records are to be maintained at the facility for 6 months following the end of employment.”
67:42:10:10
“Are activity plans developed and implemented that offer a variety of activities to meet the needs of various age groups? 67:42:10:10”
- Oct 12, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Cougar Cubs Daycare
Is Cougar Cubs Daycare licensed?
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Cougar Cubs Daycare last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on November 3, 2025, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cougar Cubs Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 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.
How many children can Cougar Cubs Daycare care for?
20, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Cougar Cubs Daycare's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 654-2994 to confirm.
How much does Cougar Cubs Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 654-2994 to ask.
What is Cougar Cubs Daycare's phone number?
(605) 654-2994.
Where is Cougar Cubs Daycare?
403 Birdsell St, Bonesteel, SD 57317. The nearest other daycare we list is Burke After School Program, 18.6 miles away.