Lil Troopers Learning Center
1400 S Duluth Ave, Sioux Falls, SD
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Inter-Lakes Com. Action-Sioux Falls is a licensed child care center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 72 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. It describes its programs: early head start and head start.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Programs | Early Head Start and head start |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 72 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Inter-Lakes Com. Action-Sioux Falls has not listed its tuition.
State record
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 8, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 7 rules in all
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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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.”
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 NOTE: Refrigerator temperature should be maintained at 41 degrees F or below, and the freezer temperature maintained at 0 degrees F or below to ensure proper storage of food, breastmilk, and formula.”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
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”
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”
61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05
“Are exits and exit corridors maintained in a safe manner? 61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05 NOTE: Exits can't pass through storeroom, bathroom, kitchen; corridor & aisle widths maintained at 36 inches or more; exits cannot be obstructed.”
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”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
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.”
67:42:16:13
“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.”
67:42:11:09
“Is the water temperature at children's hand washing sinks maintained at 120 degrees or lower? 67:42:11:09”
Rule not named in the record
“Is electrical system being used properly? 61:15:01 NOTE: Check for overloads or frayed extension cords.”
61:15:05:05
“In areas providing access to exits, do combustible decorations cover less than 10% of the wall area? 61:15:05:05”
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.”
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.”
67:42:11:16
“Is food free from spoilage or contamination and safe for human consumption? 67:42:11:16”
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FAQ
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on July 8, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 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.
72, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 334-2808 to ask.
(605) 334-2808.
505 N Western Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Life Learners, 0.3 miles away.