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Every Child is Special

4703 S Canyon Rd, Rapid City, SD 577024.1· 20 reviews
licensed capacity
75
open each week
5 days
weekly, posted tuition
$270
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About

About Every Child is Special

Every Child is Special is a licensed child care center in Rapid City, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 75 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool. It lists weekly tuition from $270 to $280.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Ages infant to 14 years old
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
75 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Monday - Friday 7:00 am-5:30 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesAges infant to 14 years old
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care and summer camp
SafetyOutdoor playground
Assistance it acceptsStarting Strong (scholarships for three- and four-year-olds)
TransportationTransportation (transportation)
Licensed capacity75 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Every Child is Special lists weekly tuition from $270 to $280.

Weekly · program, in its own wordsPrice
Beginning at 3 months - 8 months$280
Monday - Friday (7:00 am-5:30 pm)$270
Registration Fee$75
2 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.

State record

Inspection reports for Every Child is Special

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
75 children
License number
#016597836
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 15, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 18 rules in all

  • Records and paperwork 6
  • Safety and hazards 6
  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • 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 15, 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. Mar 26, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:10

      “Are portable fire extinguishers charged, operable, and inspected annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:05:10 NOTE: Minimum 2A rated on each level. No more than 75 feet travel distance to an extinguisher. One near food preparation.”
    • 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”
    • 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”
  3. Apr 15, 2025Inspection2 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

      “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”
  4. Mar 31, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      61:15:05:15

      “In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - Is the usable space under the first story enclosed (even if care is not provided in lower level)? 61:15:05:15 NOTE: Wood framing on the basement side must be protected by 5/8 inch Type X gypsum board or other gypsum board suitable for use in fire-rated assemblies.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:33

      “Is there a hand sink in the same room, or in an unobstructed adjacent room, to wash hands after each diaper change? 67:42:17:33”
  5. Mar 4, 2024Inspection5 rules 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”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:33

      “Is there a hand sink in the same room, or in an unobstructed adjacent room, to wash hands after each diaper change? 67:42:17:33”
    • 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 there a dishwasher or a 3-compartment sink available for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing? 67:42:17:25 NOTE: Centers serving 20 or less children, may use a 2-compartment sink and a tub for sanitizing.”
  6. Feb 13, 2024Inspection2 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

      “Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
  7. Mar 14, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      67:42:11:05

      “Is all loose, soft bedding that could pose a suffocation hazard removed from cribs and any space infants are sleeping? 67:42:11:05”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:11:36

      “To prevent entrance of insects, are all outside openings protected by tight- fitting, self-closing doors, a closed window, screening, controlled air currents, or other means? Are they maintained in good repair? 67:42:11:36”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:11:12

      “Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually? 67:42:11:12”
  8. Feb 28, 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.”

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 Every Child is Special

Is Every Child is Special licensed?

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

When was Every Child is Special last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on April 15, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Every Child is Special had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 18 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 Every Child is Special care for?

75, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Every Child is Special's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Every Child is Special cost?

Weekly tuition from $270 to $280, as it lists it.

What is Every Child is Special's phone number?

(605) 721-3770.

Where is Every Child is Special?

4703 S Canyon Rd, Rapid City, SD 57702. The nearest other daycare we list is Fit-n-Fun - CAMInc., 0.9 miles away.

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