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KaRen 4 Kids

216 Capital St, Yankton, SD 570784.0· 4 reviews
licensed capacity
98
open each week
5 days

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About KaRen 4 Kids

KaRen 4 Kids is a licensed child care center in Yankton, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 98 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 5:45 AM to 5:30 PM.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Type
Child care center
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Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
98 children

Hours

Hours

Monday5:45 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday5:45 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday5:45 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday5:45 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday5:45 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

Licensed capacity98 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for KaRen 4 Kids

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
98 children
License number
#018042674
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 23, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 24 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 8
  • Records and paperwork 6
  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Food and nutrition 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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. Sep 23, 2026Inspection2 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.”
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:25

      “Do providers and children wash their hands with soap, before preparing food or beverages, eating, handling food, or feeding a child, and after changing a diaper, using the toilet, helping a child use a toilet, or coming into contact with bodily fluid? 67:42:17:25”
  2. Jan 13, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      67:42:17:17

      “Have providers and assistants completed orientation training within 90 days after the date of employment and before caring for children unsupervised? 67:42:17:17”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
    • 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”
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
  3. Sep 25, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:33

      “Is each bathroom provided with natural or mechanical ventilation? 67:42:17:33”
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:32

      “Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
  4. Apr 29, 2025Inspection5 rules 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”
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Does the program have proof of current liability insurance? 67:42:17:43”
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Are all providers and provider assistants knowledgeable on the emergency preparedness and response plan and procedure at the time employment begins? 67:42:17:43”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  5. Oct 30, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:33

      “Are handwashing sinks used for diaper changing different than the sinks used for food or bottle prep? 67:42:17:33”
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:25

      “If a 3-compartment sink is used for manual cleaning, are the compartments used for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing? 67:42:17:25 NOTE: Sanitize by immersing for 30 seconds in 170 degree F water or immerse for 60 seconds in 75 degree F water containing 1 ounce household bleach per 4 gallons of water.”
    • 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”
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
  6. Feb 7, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Are all providers and provider assistants knowledgeable on the emergency preparedness and response plan and procedure at the time employment begins? 67:42:17:43”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      67:42:17:17

      “Have providers and assistants completed orientation training within 90 days after the date of employment and before caring for children unsupervised? 67:42:17:17”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:42

      “Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Is written consent obtained from each child's parent before administering all prescription and non-prescription medication? Does the consent include the child's name, name of medication and the dates, times, and dosage of the medication to be administered? 67:42:17:27”
  7. Nov 1, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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.”
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
  8. Apr 26, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:10:18

      “Does the program have documentation 4 fire drills and 1 tornado drill were conducted in the past year? 67:42:10:18”
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”

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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Questions about KaRen 4 Kids

Is KaRen 4 Kids licensed?

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

When was KaRen 4 Kids last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on September 23, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has KaRen 4 Kids had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 6 of 6 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 KaRen 4 Kids care for?

98, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are KaRen 4 Kids' hours?

Monday to Friday, 5:45 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does KaRen 4 Kids cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 661-8689 to ask.

What is KaRen 4 Kids' phone number?

(605) 661-8689.

Where is KaRen 4 Kids?

216 Capital St, Yankton, SD 57078. The nearest other daycare we list is Redeeming Roots, 0.9 miles away.

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