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Cultivate Childcare Prep School

4801 S Hosta Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 571104.7· 46 reviews
licensed capacity
123
open each week
5 days

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About Cultivate Childcare Prep School

Cultivate Childcare Prep School is a licensed child care center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 123 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMeals provided
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks to 6 years
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
123 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
Hours it lists: “Mon-Fri 6:30am - 6:00pm”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks to 6 years
ProgramsInfant care, preschool and toddler care
StaffCPR certified teachers, yearly continued education
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: Approached with patience and encouragement
Parent updatesParent app (Brightwheel)
Licensed capacity123 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Cultivate Childcare Prep School has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Cultivate Childcare Prep School

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
123 children
License number
#018043062
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 21, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 9 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Transportation 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. May 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
  2. Oct 20, 2025Inspection4 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”
    • 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

      67:42:17:27

      “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”
    • Transportation

      67:42:17:45

      “If transporting children, is the driver of the vehicle at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license? 67:42:17:45”
  3. Aug 26, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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”
  4. Jun 27, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:42

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

      “Is medication administered to each child documented, which includes the child's name, dose, time, date given, and name of the individual administering the medication? 67:42:17:27”
  5. Feb 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Nov 1, 2023Inspection2 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”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:42

      “Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
  7. Mar 20, 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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Questions about Cultivate Childcare Prep School

Is Cultivate Childcare Prep School licensed?

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

When was Cultivate Childcare Prep School last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on May 21, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Cultivate Childcare Prep School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 4 of 5 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 Cultivate Childcare Prep School care for?

123, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Cultivate Childcare Prep School's hours?

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

How much does Cultivate Childcare Prep School cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 900-6183 to ask.

What is Cultivate Childcare Prep School's phone number?

(605) 900-6183.

Where is Cultivate Childcare Prep School?

4801 S Hosta Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57110. The nearest other daycare we list is Cultivate Childcare Nurserycare, under 0.1 miles away.

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