Lambert's Learning Den
Fordyce, NE 68736 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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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.
Hours
| Monday | 5:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Licensed capacity | 98 childrenFrom the state license |
|---|
Cost
KaRen 4 Kids has not listed its tuition.
State record
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
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.”
67:42:17:25
“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”
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”
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”
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”
67:42:17:33
“Is each bathroom provided with natural or mechanical ventilation? 67:42:17:33”
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”
67:42:17:32
“Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
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”
67:42:17:43
“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”
67:42:17:43
“Does the program have proof of current liability insurance? 67:42:17:43”
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”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
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”
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.”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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
“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”
67:42:10:18
“Does the program have documentation 4 fire drills and 1 tornado drill were conducted in the past year? 67:42:10:18”
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.”
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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 September 23, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
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.
98, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Monday to Friday, 5:45 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 661-8689 to ask.
(605) 661-8689.
216 Capital St, Yankton, SD 57078. The nearest other daycare we list is Redeeming Roots, 0.9 miles away.