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Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center

2225 E Saint Patrick St, Rapid City, SD 577035.0· 2 reviews
licensed capacity
150
open each week
5 days

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About Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center

Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center is a licensed child care center in Rapid City, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 150 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 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 7 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Type
Child care center
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Hours today
6:45 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
150 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:45 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:45 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:45 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:45 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:45 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

Licensed capacity150 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
150 children
License number
#016598651
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 28, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 7 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Food and nutrition 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 28, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:44

      “Is there a designated area for diaper changing that is easily cleanable and non-absorbent? 67:42:17:44”
    • 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”
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:25

      “Is all equipment, utensils, kitchenware, dining tables and food contact surfaces used for the care of children, washed, rinsed, and sanitized Page after 4 each of 5 meal? 67:42:17:25”
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:39

      “Do all unused electrical outlets have self-closing or tamper resistant childproof electrical covers? 67:42:17:39 NOTE: Outlet plug covers are not permitted.”
  2. Apr 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Apr 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  4. Mar 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 7, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  6. Mar 4, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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. Mar 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Feb 2, 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 Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center

Is Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center licensed?

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

When was Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on April 28, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 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 Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center care for?

150, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 343-7326 to ask.

What is Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center's phone number?

(605) 343-7326.

Where is Dream Kids Preschool & Children's Center?

2225 E Saint Patrick St, Rapid City, SD 57703. The nearest other daycare we list is Wonder and Willow, 0.3 miles away.

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