Canton Area Preschool & Childcare
220 S Bartlett St, Canton, SD
Kelly Gaffer
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Kelly Gaffer
Kelly Gaffer is a home daycare in Canton, South Dakota. It is registered with the state, for up to 12 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM. 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 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kelly Gaffer has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Kelly Gaffer
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered Family Day Care
- Capacity
- 12 children
- License number
- #018043197
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 9, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 10 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Sep 9, 2026Inspection2 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”
67:42:17:25
“Does the provider, family day care assistants, 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”
Sep 4, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
67:42:17:15
“Are family day care assistant's records retained for six months after employment has ended? 67:42:17:15”
Oct 11, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
67:42:17:04
“Is the department's website and phone number (displayed on the registration certificate) prominently displayed in the provider's home? 67:42:17:04”
67:42:17:42
“Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
Nov 21, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
67:42:17:36
“If a pool is used, but not drained after each use, is there a five foot fence or barrier surrounding all sides of the pool and a latched gate restricting access into the pool area? 67:42:17:36”
67:42:17:37
“Is there a fully charged, portable fire extinguisher, with a minimum 2A rating, kept in or within 15 feet of the kitchen or food prep area? 67:42:17:37”
67:42:17:42
“Do children's records include names of authorized individuals to pick up the child, health information including allergies or special needs, and start and end date of enrollment? 67:42:17:42”
67:42:17:42
“Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
67:42:17:38
“Are all open-sided floor and wall openings, and platforms inside & outside the home which are more than 30 inches above ground level, guarded by a barrier that is at least 36" tall and no more than 5" between openings? 67:42:17:38”
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FAQ
Questions about Kelly Gaffer
Is Kelly Gaffer licensed?
Yes. Kelly Gaffer is registered with the state and operating. This is how South Dakota authorizes this type of child care.
When was Kelly Gaffer last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on September 9, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kelly Gaffer had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 4 of 4 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 Kelly Gaffer care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Kelly Gaffer's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kelly Gaffer cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 310-2506 to ask.
What is Kelly Gaffer's phone number?
(605) 310-2506.
Where is Kelly Gaffer?
Canton, SD 57013. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.