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Kidz Cottage Learning Center

1100 S Main St, Lennox, SD 570394.2· 5 reviews
licensed capacity
90
open each week
5 days
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About Kidz Cottage Learning Center

Kidz Cottage Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Lennox, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 90 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: drop-in / hourly care, infant care, preschool and toddler care.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Hours today
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Licensed capacity
90 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “06:00 am – 06:00 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

ProgramsDrop-in / hourly care, infant care, preschool and toddler care
StaffEach Educator required to have a background check, CPR, and First Aid certifications
Daily lifePotty training: Encourage independence with potty training in the 3-School room
DiscountsMulti Child Discount: 10% off second child on the lowest rate of the family
Licensed capacity90 childrenFrom the state license
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State record

Inspection reports for Kidz Cottage Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
90 children
License number
#018042960
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Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 31, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 7 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Records and paperwork 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. Aug 31, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
    • 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”
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:31

      “Is food, including breastmilk and formula, properly stored, kept at the proper temperature, and protected from potential contamination? 67:42:17:31 NOTE: Refrigerator temperature should be maintained at 41 degrees F or below, and the freezer temperature maintained at 0 degrees F or below to ensure proper storage of food, breastmilk, and formula.”
  2. Apr 30, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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. Oct 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. May 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 17, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:38

      “Are the following hazards inaccessible to children: fire arms; pellet guns; BB guns; cap guns; ammunition; matches; lighters; tobacco products; items capable of being pulled or tipped onto a child such as a TV, shelf, dresser; sharp objects such as knives and scissors; small objects the size of a half-dollar or smaller that could present a choking hazard; or strangulation hazards such as dangling cords? 67:42:17:38”
  6. May 28, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  7. Dec 20, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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”
  8. Dec 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Mar 3, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:10:15

      “Does the facility obtain written parental consent to administer medications that includes specific dates the medication is to be administered (view info. to verify) ? 67:42:10:15”
    • Safe sleep

      67:42:11:05

      “Do infants have a safe sleep environment? 67:42:11:05”
    • 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.”
  10. Nov 17, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:11:33

      “Do employees wash hands after use of restroom, changing a diaper, working with soiled clothing/linens, and before handling food? 67:42:11:33”

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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FAQ

Questions about Kidz Cottage Learning Center

Is Kidz Cottage Learning Center licensed?

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

When was Kidz Cottage Learning Center last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on August 31, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kidz Cottage Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 5 of 8 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 Kidz Cottage Learning Center care for?

90, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Kidz Cottage Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Kidz Cottage Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 647-5437 to ask.

What is Kidz Cottage Learning Center's phone number?

(605) 647-5437.

Where is Kidz Cottage Learning Center?

1100 S Main St, Lennox, SD 57039.

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