Roncalli Sonshine Middle School Ost
501 3rd Ave SE, Aberdeen, SD
Journey Kids Daycare Center
- licensed capacity
- 78
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Journey Kids Daycare Center
Journey Kids Daycare Center is a licensed child care center in Aberdeen, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 78 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, preschool and toddler care.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 39 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsFaith-based
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 78 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Faith-based (ministry of Journey Church) |
| Licensed capacity | 78 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Journey Kids Daycare Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- Capacity
- 78 children
- License number
- #011102398
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 3, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 39 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 18
- Records and paperwork 9
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Health, medication and illness 5
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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Jun 3, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
SDCL 26-6-13
“Is the program Certificate of License posted in a visible location? SDCL 26-6-13”
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”
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”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
Jun 2, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
67:42:17:32
“Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
61:15:01:01
“In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - Is a fire alarm system inspected and serviced annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:01:01”
61:15:05:09
“In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - If a fire sprinkler system is present in the building, is it operational? 61:15:05:09 NOTE: Valves are open, observe pressure gauge reading and sprinkler head condition.”
61:15:01:01
“In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - If a fire sprinkler system is present, is it inspected and serviced annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:01:01”
67:42:17:44
“Is the diaper changing area cleaned and sanitized after each diaper change with a sanitizing solution approved by the department? 67:42:17:44”
67:42:17:33
“Is each bathroom provided with natural or mechanical ventilation? 67:42:17:33”
Dec 1, 2025Inspection2 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”
Apr 1, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
61:15:05:08
“In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - Is a fire alarm system installed in the building hard wired and operable? 61:15:05:08 NOTE: Manual pull stations, audible alarms inside and out. Smoke detectors are in stairwells, corridors, lounges, recreation and sleeping areas.”
61:15:01:01
“In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - If commercial cooking equipment is installed, is an automatic hood suppression system installed for the protection of deep fat fryers, griddles, upright broilers, char-broilers, range tops, and grills with setup? Has the system been inspected every 6 months? 61:15:01:01”
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.”
61:15:05:10
“Are portable fire extinguishers charged, operable, and inspected annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:05:10 NOTE: Minimum 2A rated on each level. No more than 75 feet travel distance to an extinguisher. One near food preparation.”
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”
67:42:17:02
“NEW PROGRAMS: Are all requirements identified in the floor plan review letters issued by the Fire Marshall's Office and the Dept. of Health completed? Does facility layout match the approved floor plan? 67:42:17:02”
67:42:17:33
“Are toilets and hand sinks kept clean and in good repair? 67:42:17:33”
67:42:17:33
“Is each bathroom provided with natural or mechanical ventilation? 67:42:17:33”
67:42:17:33
“Are there separate bathrooms for males and females? 67:42:17:33”
67:42:17:24
“Is each child provided individual space for personal items to prevent the spread of an infestation or infectious disease? 67:42:17:24”
67:42:17:32
“Are all walls, ceilings, floors, and equipment easily cleanable, kept clean and in good repair? 67:42:17:32”
67:42:17:34
“Does the outside play area appear to allow for 50 square feet of play space for each child? 67:42:17:34”
67:42:17:35
“For a center program, is the outdoor play area enclosed with a fence that is at least 48" high? 67:42:17:35”
Nov 20, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
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”
Jul 25, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
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”
61:15:05:10
“Are portable fire extinguishers charged, operable, and inspected annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:05:10 NOTE: Minimum 2A rated on each level. No more than 75 feet travel distance to an extinguisher. One near food preparation. Page 2 of 6 12/30/2024”
67:42:17:32
“Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
61:15:01:01
“In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - Is a fire alarm system inspected and serviced annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:01:01”
61:15:05:08
“In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - Is a fire alarm system installed in the building hard wired and operable? 61:15:05:08 NOTE: Manual pull stations, audible alarms inside and out. Smoke detectors are in stairwells, corridors, lounges, recreation and sleeping areas.”
67:42:17:44
“Is the diaper changing area cleaned and sanitized after each diaper change with a sanitizing solution approved by the department? 67:42:17:44”
67:42:17:44
“Are soiled diapers promptly disposed of in a leakproof, non-absorbent container with a tight- fitting lid? 67:42:17:44”
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.”
67:42:17:35
“Is the outside play area safe, in good repair, and free of debris, trash, weeds and hazardous material? 67:42:17:35”
Dec 12, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
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”
Jun 7, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
67:42:11:10
“If providing care for children under 5 years of age, are there self-closing, or tamper resistant childproof electrical covers on all outlets? 67:42:11:10”
Rule not named in the record
“Is electrical system being used properly? 61:15:01 NOTE: Check for overloads or frayed extension cords.”
61:15:05:10
“Are portable fire extinguishers charged and operable? 61:15:05:10 NOTE: Minimum 2A rated on each level. No more than 75 feet travel distance to an extinguisher. One near food preparation.”
67:42:11:06.01
“If caring for infants, is there a diaper-changing table, properly constructed & maintained with smooth non-absorbent top? 67:42:11:06.01”
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FAQ
Questions about Journey Kids Daycare Center
Is Journey Kids Daycare Center licensed?
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Journey Kids Daycare Center last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on June 3, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Journey Kids Daycare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 39 rules across 7 of 7 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 Journey Kids Daycare Center care for?
78, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Journey Kids Daycare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Journey Kids Daycare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 262-0514 to ask.
What is Journey Kids Daycare Center's phone number?
(605) 262-0514.
Where is Journey Kids Daycare Center?
804 S 5th St, Aberdeen, SD 57401. The nearest other daycare we list is Helping Hands Childcare, 0.3 miles away.