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Good Shepherd Early Childhood
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About Good Shepherd Early Childhood
Good Shepherd Early Childhood is a licensed child care center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 225 children.
It describes a Faith-based approach, with preschool.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Faith-based
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ask the daycare
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 225 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (605) 371-0072 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | Preschool |
|---|---|
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian; Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS)) |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (state accredited) |
| More | Founded 1977 (first class of the Lutheran Elementary School) |
| Licensed capacity | 225 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Good Shepherd Early Childhood has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Good Shepherd Early Childhood
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- Capacity
- 225 children
- License number
- #018042612
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 3, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 11 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 3
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- 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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Aug 3, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
61:15:01:01
“In storage rooms, are combustible materials maintained at least 2 feet below the ceiling or 18 Inches below sprinkler head deflectors? 61:15:01:01”
May 5, 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”
67:42:17:47
“Do providers and assistants comply with their legal responsibility to immediately report any suspicion of child abuse and neglect to child protective services, law enforcement or the State's Attorney's office? 67:42:17:47”
Apr 22, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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”
67:42:17:42
“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”
Dec 4, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
67:42:17:45
“If transportation is provided, does the program have proof of liability insurance for the vehicle(s) used to transport children? 67:42:17:45 Page 5 of 5 12/31/2024”
67:42:17:43
“Does the program have proof of current liability insurance? 67:42:17:43”
67:42:17:43
“Is there a written emergency preparedness and response plan in place which covers all areas required to include: evacuation; relocation; shelter-in-place; lock-down procedures; procedures for communication & reunification with families; continuity of operations; and accommodation of infants & toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions? 67:42:17:43”
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”
- Mar 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 4, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
67:42:10:10
“Policies related to requirement for prevention and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions? 67:42:10:10”
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.”
67:42:10:15
“When administering medications, does the staff document dose, time and date medication is administered and sign off on that administration? 67:42:10:15”
May 1, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
67:42:11:40
“Are cleaning supplies kept inaccessible to children? 67:42:11:40 Page 4 of 7 12/30/2024”
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FAQ
Questions about Good Shepherd Early Childhood
Is Good Shepherd Early Childhood licensed?
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Good Shepherd Early Childhood last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on August 3, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Good Shepherd Early Childhood had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 4 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 Good Shepherd Early Childhood care for?
225, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Good Shepherd Early Childhood's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 371-0072 to confirm.
How much does Good Shepherd Early Childhood cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 371-0072 to ask.
What is Good Shepherd Early Childhood's phone number?
(605) 371-0072.
Where is Good Shepherd Early Childhood?
4800 S Southeastern Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57103. The nearest other daycare we list is Precious Angels Learning Center, 0.4 miles away.