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Crooks Community Child Care Center

105 S West Ave, Crooks, SD 570205.0· 2 reviews
licensed capacity
150
open each week
5 days

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About Crooks Community Child Care Center

Crooks Community Child Care Center is a licensed child care center in Crooks, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 150 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 6 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
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
150 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

Licensed capacity150 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Crooks Community Child Care Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Crooks Community Child Care Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
150 children
License number
#011515297
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 8, 2026: 5 rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 23 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Records and paperwork 5
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 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 8, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • 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

      “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”
    • 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”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      67:42:17:17

      “Have providers and assistants completed orientation training within 90 days after the date of employment and before caring for children unsupervised? 67:42:17:17”
  2. Mar 3, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:31

      “Are food containers properly stored in a manner that protects from contamination? 67:42:17:31”
    • 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”
    • 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”
  3. Aug 13, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • 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”
    • 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

      67:42:17:29

      “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”
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
    • 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”
  4. Apr 1, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:31

      “Is food, including breastmilk and formula, properly stored, kept at the proper temperature, and protected from potential contamination? 67:42:17:31 NOTE: Refrigerator temperature should be maintained at 41 degrees F or below, and the freezer temperature maintained at 0 degrees F or below to ensure proper storage of food, breastmilk, and formula.”
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:44

      “Are hazardous cleaning supplies inaccessible to children and stored in their original container, used, and disposed of in accordance with manufacturer's instructions? 67:42:17:44”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:05

      “In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - In corridors providing access to exits, do combustible decorations cover less than 10% of the wall area? 61:15:05:05”
    • 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

      61:15:05:10

      “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.”
  5. Sep 23, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Does the provider review and update all employee records annually? 67:42:17:15”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  6. Aug 26, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • 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”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:09

      “In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - If a fire sprinkler system is present in the building, is it operational? 61:15:05:09 NOTE: Valves are open, observe pressure gauge reading and sprinkler head condition.”
    • 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”
  7. Sep 13, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
    • 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”
    • 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”
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Are all providers and provider assistants knowledgeable on the emergency preparedness and response plan and procedure at the time employment begins? 67:42:17:43”
  8. Feb 28, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:10:18

      “In storage rooms, are combustible materials maintained at least 2 feet below the ceiling or 18 Inches below sprinkler head deflectors? 67:42:10:18”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:05

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

      67:42:11:33

      “Is there a supply of hand soap and single use towels or an air dryer provided in each bathroom facility? 67:42:11:33”

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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Questions about Crooks Community Child Care Center

Is Crooks Community Child Care Center licensed?

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

When was Crooks Community Child Care Center last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on April 8, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Crooks Community Child Care Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 6 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 Crooks Community Child Care Center care for?

150, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Crooks Community Child Care Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Crooks Community Child Care Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 543-5111 to ask.

What is Crooks Community Child Care Center's phone number?

(605) 543-5111.

Where is Crooks Community Child Care Center?

105 S West Ave, Crooks, SD 57020. The nearest other daycare we list is Scarbrough Center, 4.2 miles away.

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