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Hamlin Community Daycare

44575 188th St, Hayti, SD 572415.0· 1 review
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About Hamlin Community Daycare

Hamlin Community Daycare is a licensed child care center in Hayti, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 20 children.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Licensed capacity
20 children

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Licensed capacity20 childrenFrom the state license

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State record

Inspection reports for Hamlin Community Daycare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
20 children
License number
#011515290
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 10, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 5 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Records and paperwork 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. Mar 10, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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. May 6, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Does the program have proof of current liability insurance? 67:42:17:43”
  3. Apr 9, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • 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. Are exit signs provided over each exit, and where necessary to identify a change in the direction”
    • Food and nutrition

      Rule not named in the record

      “NOTE: Exits can't pass through storeroom, bathroom, kitchen; corridor & aisle widths maintained at 36 inches or more; exits cannot be obstructed.”
  4. Sep 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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 after each meal? 67:42:17:25 Page 5 of 6 12/30/2024”
  5. Jan 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. May 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Feb 7, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:06:05

      “Are exits and exit corridors maintained in a safe manner? 61:15:06:05 NOTE: Exits can't pass through storeroom, bathroom, kitchen; corridor & aisle widths of 36 inches; exits cannot be obstructed.”

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 Hamlin Community Daycare

Is Hamlin Community Daycare licensed?

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

When was Hamlin Community Daycare last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on March 10, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Hamlin Community Daycare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 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 Hamlin Community Daycare care for?

20, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Hamlin Community Daycare's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 783-3000 to confirm.

How much does Hamlin Community Daycare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 783-3000 to ask.

What is Hamlin Community Daycare's phone number?

(605) 783-3000.

Where is Hamlin Community Daycare?

44575 188th St, Hayti, SD 57241. The nearest other daycare we list is Pamela Fryer, 4.7 miles away.

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