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Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy
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About Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy
Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy is a licensed child care center in Black Hawk, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 75 children.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Child care center
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- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 75 children
Hours
Hours
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Programs
Programs and care
| Licensed capacity | 75 childrenFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- Capacity
- 75 children
- License number
- #016597928
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 10, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 11 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 5
- Records and paperwork 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Mar 10, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
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”
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”
Oct 28, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
61:15:01:01
“In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - If a fire sprinkler system is present, is it inspected and serviced annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:01:01”
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”
67:42:17:32
“Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
Apr 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
67:42:17:43
“Does the program have proof of current liability insurance? 67:42:17:43”
Oct 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
61:15:05:08
“In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - Is a fire alarm system installed in the building hard wired and operable? 61:15:05:08 NOTE: Manual pull stations, audible alarms inside and out. Smoke detectors are in stairwells, corridors, lounges, recreation and sleeping areas.”
67:42:17:32
“Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
Mar 19, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
67:42:17:45
“If transporting children, is written permission from each child's parent obtained? 67:42:17:45 Page 4 of 5 12/30/2024”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
Sep 21, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
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”
Mar 29, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
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.”
67:42:16:13
“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.”
Oct 18, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
61:15:05:05
“In areas providing access to exits, do combustible decorations cover less than 10% of the wall area? 61:15:05:05”
67:42:11:12
“Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually? 67:42:11:12”
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FAQ
Questions about Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy
Is Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy licensed?
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on March 10, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 5 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 Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy care for?
75, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 791-1131 to confirm.
How much does Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 791-1131 to ask.
What is Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy's phone number?
(605) 791-1131.
Where is Divine Shepherd Lutheran School and Classical Academy?
7308 Wedgewood Dr, Black Hawk, SD 57718. The nearest other daycare we list is Kidstop - Black Hawk, 0.2 miles away.