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Em's Eastside Explorers
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About Em's Eastside Explorers
Em's Eastside Explorers is a licensed child care center in Parker, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 5 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
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 60 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (605) 310-3287 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Licensed capacity | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
|---|
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for Em's Eastside Explorers
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- Capacity
- 60 children
- License number
- #018043112
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 15, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 12 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 5
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Jul 15, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
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”
67:42:17:17
“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”
Oct 20, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
67:42:17:32
“Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
Aug 26, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
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”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
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”
Jun 25, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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”
Mar 7, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
67:42:17:42
“Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
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”
67:42:17:30
“Does the provider have a weekly menu posted, which includes meals and snacks to be served each week? 67:42:17:30”
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”
- Jun 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 23, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
67:42:10:02.01
“Does the individual responsible for planning and implementing the program and staff supervision, meet the educational requirements? 67:42:10:02.01”
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.”
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.”
Dec 12, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
67:42:11:02
“Is there a fenced outdoor play area? Does the fenced area appear to allow for 50 square feet per child during each scheduled recess time? 67:42:11:02”
67:42:11:08
“If domestic cooking equipment is installed, is a ventilating hood and duct provided - vented to the outside of the building -- to handle grease-laden vapors? 67:42:11:08”
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”
67:42:11:06
“Is there a supply of toilet tissue at each toilet at all times? 67:42:11:06”
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FAQ
Questions about Em's Eastside Explorers
Is Em's Eastside Explorers licensed?
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Em's Eastside Explorers last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on July 15, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Em's Eastside Explorers had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 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 Em's Eastside Explorers care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Em's Eastside Explorers' hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 310-3287 to confirm.
How much does Em's Eastside Explorers cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 310-3287 to ask.
What is Em's Eastside Explorers' phone number?
(605) 310-3287.
Where is Em's Eastside Explorers?
585 Eastside Ave., Parker, SD 57053.