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Heather Kreutz
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About Heather Kreutz
Heather Kreutz is a home daycare in Sturgis, South Dakota. It is registered with the state, for up to 12 children.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Ask the daycare
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (605) 490-3552 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Heather Kreutz
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered Family Day Care
- Capacity
- 12 children
- License number
- #016533640
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 13, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 13 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Health, medication and illness 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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Mar 13, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
67:42:17:38
“Are the following hazards inaccessible to children: fire arms; pellet guns; BB guns; cap guns; ammunition; matches; lighters; tobacco products; items capable of being pulled or tipped onto a child such as a TV, shelf, dresser; sharp objects such as knives and scissors; small objects the size of a half-dollar or smaller that could present a choking hazard; or strangulation hazards such as dangling cords? 67:42:17:38”
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”
67:42:17:33
“Is the hot water temperature at hand washing sinks used by children in care maintained at 120 degrees F or lower? 67:42:17:33”
67:42:17:31
“Is food, including breastmilk and formula, properly stored, kept at the proper temperature, and protected from potential contamination? 67:42:17:31”
67:42:17:32
“In food preparation areas, including tables and countertops, are surfaces smooth, non- porous, kept clean and sanitized, free of cracks and in good repair? 67:42:17:32”
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”
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”
Jul 11, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
67:42:17:39
“Are all unused electrical wall sockets covered with outlet plug covers, tamper-resistant covers or made inaccessible to children? 67:42:17:39”
67:42:17:15
“Do provider and family day care assistant's records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
Mar 12, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
67:42:17:35
“Is the playground equipment installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and in good repair? 67:42:17:35”
67:42:17:35
“Is the outside play area safe, in good repair, and free of debris, trash, weeds and hazardous material? 67:42:17:35”
67:42:17:43
“Does the provider have documentation showing two fire evacuation drills, two shelter-in-place drills, and two lockdown drills conducted in the past calendar year? 67:42:17:43 Health and Safety Features of the Home- Indoor Environmental”
67:42:17:42
“Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
Jun 27, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
67:42:03:22
“Is there documentation showing pets have current vaccination records? 67:42:03:22”
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FAQ
Questions about Heather Kreutz
Is Heather Kreutz licensed?
Yes. Heather Kreutz is registered with the state and operating. This is how South Dakota authorizes this type of child care.
When was Heather Kreutz last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on March 13, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Heather Kreutz had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 3 of 3 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 Heather Kreutz care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Heather Kreutz's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 490-3552 to confirm.
How much does Heather Kreutz cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 490-3552 to ask.
What is Heather Kreutz's phone number?
(605) 490-3552.
Where is Heather Kreutz?
Sturgis, SD 57785. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.