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For the Love of Children

3700 S Westport Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 571064.6· 16 reviews
licensed capacity
148
open each week
5 days

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About For the Love of Children

For the Love of Children is a licensed child care center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 148 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care. It says it provides meals.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSummer campMeals provided
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants 4 weeks old to children up to age 12
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Licensed capacity
148 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Monday thru Friday 6:30 am to 6:30 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants 4 weeks old to children up to age 12
ProgramsInfant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
Daily lifeMeals provided
Discounts10% Discount for a 2nd Child and each additional Child
Licensed capacity148 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

For the Love of Children has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for For the Love of Children

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
148 children
License number
#018042944
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 1, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 15 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 8
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Supervision and ratios 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. Jul 1, 2026Inspection2 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”
    • Safety and hazards

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

      “Are exit signs provided over each exit, and where necessary to identify a change in the direction of egress travel? 61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05 NOTE: Exit signs must be interior or exterior illuminated or self-luminous.”
  2. Jun 25, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Is medication administered to each child documented, which includes the child's name, dose, time, date given, and name of the individual administering the medication? 67:42:17:27”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Are medications returned to the parent when no longer needed or the medication has expired? 67:42:17:27”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  3. Oct 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Sep 8, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Is written consent obtained from each child's parent before administering all prescription and non-prescription medication? Does the consent include the child's name, name of medication and the dates, times, and dosage of the medication to be administered? 67:42:17:27”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Is medication administered to each child documented, which includes the child's name, dose, time, date given, and name of the individual administering the medication? 67:42:17:27”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Are medications returned to the parent when no longer needed or the medication has expired? 67:42:17:27”
  5. Jun 6, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Is written consent obtained from each child's parent before administering all prescription and non-prescription medication? Does the consent include the child's name, name of medication and the dates, times, and dosage of the medication to be administered? 67:42:17:27”
    • Supervision and ratios

      67:42:17:19

      “Are individual room capacities maintained, which was determined during the floor plan review? In spaces where there are more than 20 children, can the providers identify which children each provider is responsible to supervise? 67:42:17:19Note: When room capacity does not align with the ratio requirements, a maximum of three additional children may be included in the room capacity as long as the ratios are maintained.”
    • 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”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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”
  6. Feb 13, 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 15, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
    • 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 24, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:05

      “Are exits and exit corridors maintained in a safe manner? 61:15:05:05 NOTE: Exits can't pass through storeroom, bathroom, kitchen; corridor & aisle widths of 36 inches; exits cannot be obstructed.”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:05

      “Are exit signs provided over each exit, and where necessary to identify a change in the direction of egress travel? 61:15:05:05 NOTE: Exit signs must be interior or exterior illuminated or self-luminous.”

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 For the Love of Children

Is For the Love of Children licensed?

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

When was For the Love of Children last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on July 1, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has For the Love of Children had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 5 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 For the Love of Children care for?

148, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are For the Love of Children's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does For the Love of Children cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 362-8851 to ask.

What is For the Love of Children's phone number?

(605) 362-8851.

Where is For the Love of Children?

3700 S Westport Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57106. The nearest other daycare we list is Vibrant Minds Learning Center, 0.5 miles away.

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