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Custer YMCA Child Development Center

1315 Bluebell Ln, Custer, SD 57730
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About Custer YMCA Child Development Center

Custer YMCA Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Custer, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 53 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 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Licensed capacity
53 children

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Licensed capacity53 childrenFrom the state license

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Inspection reports for Custer YMCA Child Development Center

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Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
53 children
License number
#016598760
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 20, 2026: 2 rules cited

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

  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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. May 20, 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. Jan 6, 2026Inspection2 rules 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”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:01:01

      “Is electrical system being used properly? 61:15:01:01 NOTE: Check for overloads or frayed extension cords.”
  3. Apr 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  4. Mar 11, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05; 61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05

      “of egress travel? 61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05 NOTE: Exit signs must be interior or exterior illuminated or self-luminous. Are exits and exit corridors maintained in a safe manner? 61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05”
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:31

      “Are food containers properly stored in a manner that protects from contamination? 67:42:17:31 Is food, including breastmilk and formula, properly stored, kept at the proper temperature, and”
  5. Aug 26, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  6. Jan 23, 2024Inspection2 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”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:35

      “Is the playground equipment installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and in good repair? 67:42:17:35”
  7. Apr 25, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
  8. Jan 11, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:11:06

      “Is each bathroom provided with natural or mechanical ventilation? 67:42:11:06 Page 3 of 7 12/30/2024”

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 Custer YMCA Child Development Center

Is Custer YMCA Child Development Center licensed?

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

When was Custer YMCA Child Development Center last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on May 20, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Custer YMCA Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 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 Custer YMCA Child Development Center care for?

53, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Custer YMCA Child Development Center's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 673-2222 to confirm.

How much does Custer YMCA Child Development Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 673-2222 to ask.

What is Custer YMCA Child Development Center's phone number?

(605) 673-2222.

Where is Custer YMCA Child Development Center?

1315 Bluebell Ln, Custer, SD 57730. The nearest other daycare we list is Growing Roots, 2.7 miles away.

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