Ann Feltman
De Smet, SD 57231 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Kids First Ost
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About Kids First Ost
Kids First Ost is a licensed school-age program in Lake Preston, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 225 children, serving school-age children.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- School-age program
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 225 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (605) 847-4455 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 225 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kids First Ost has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Kids First Ost
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed School Age Program
- Capacity
- 225 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #011515687
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 31, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 5 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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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- Aug 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 6, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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.”
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.”
- Apr 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 30, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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”
Nov 28, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
- Oct 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 5, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
67:42:14:23
“Do staff records contain all required information? 67:42:14:23 Note: staff records are to be maintained for 6 months following the end of employment.”
67:42:14:28
“Does the program have documentation 4 fire drills and 1 tornado drill were conducted in the past year? 67:42:14:28”
Oct 5, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
67:42:14:23
“Do staff records contain all required information? 67:42:14:23 Note: staff records are to be maintained for 6 months following the end of employment.”
67:42:14:28
“Does the program have documentation 4 fire drills and 1 tornado drill were conducted in the past year? 67:42:14:28”
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FAQ
Questions about Kids First Ost
Is Kids First Ost licensed?
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kids First Ost last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on August 31, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kids First Ost had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 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 Kids First Ost care for?
225, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
What are Kids First Ost's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 847-4455 to confirm.
How much does Kids First Ost cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 847-4455 to ask.
What is Kids First Ost's phone number?
(605) 847-4455.
Where is Kids First Ost?
300 1st St NE, Lake Preston, SD 57249. The nearest other daycare we list is Ann Feltman, 10.3 miles away.