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Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center

606 E Indiana St, Rapid City, SD 577013.3· 7 reviews
licensed capacity
30
open each week
5 days
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About Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center

Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Rapid City, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 30 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 5 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
30 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

Licensed capacity30 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

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Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
30 children
License number
#016597778
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 26, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 9 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 5
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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. Mar 26, 2026Inspection2 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”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  2. Mar 12, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:10

      “Are portable fire extinguishers charged, operable, and inspected annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:05:10 NOTE: Minimum 2A rated on each level. No more than 75 feet travel distance to an extinguisher. One near food preparation.”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05

      “Are exit signs provided over each exit, and where necessary to identify a change in the direction of egress travel? 61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05 NOTE: Exit signs must be interior or exterior illuminated or self-luminous.”
    • 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”
  3. Mar 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Mar 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 12, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:44

      “Is there a designated area for diaper changing that is easily cleanable and non-absorbent? 67:42:17:44”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:01:01

      “In storage rooms, are combustible materials maintained at least 2 feet below the ceiling or 18 Inches below sprinkler head deflectors? 61:15:01:01”
    • 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. Mar 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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”
  7. Sep 20, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • 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”
    • Safety and hazards

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:35

      “Is the playground equipment installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and in good repair? 67:42:17:35”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:35

      “Is the outside play area safe, in good repair, and free of debris, trash, weeds and hazardous material? 67:42:17:35”
    • 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”
  8. Sep 19, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

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

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 Cove Children's Learning Center

Is Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center licensed?

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

When was Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on March 26, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 5 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 Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center care for?

30, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 343-5437 to ask.

What is Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center's phone number?

(605) 343-5437.

Where is Kidz Cove Children's Learning Center?

606 E Indiana St, Rapid City, SD 57701. The nearest other daycare we list is Kidstop - Robbinsdale, 0.1 miles away.

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