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Learning Bridge

441 N Walnut Ave, Bridgewater, SD 573193.0· 2 reviews
licensed capacity
20
open each week
5 days

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About Learning Bridge

Learning Bridge is a licensed child care center in Bridgewater, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 20 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 6 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
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
20 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 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
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

Licensed capacity20 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Learning Bridge

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
20 children
License number
#018038631
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 30, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 12 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 4
  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Records and paperwork 4

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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See all 9 visits
  1. Mar 30, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:44

      “Are soiled diapers promptly disposed of in a leakproof, non-absorbent container with a tight- fitting lid? 67:42:17:44”
    • 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”
    • 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”
    • 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.”
  2. Jan 29, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
    • 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”
  3. Oct 21, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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”
  4. May 21, 2025Inspection1 rule 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”
  5. Mar 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:42

      “Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
  6. Mar 5, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • 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”
    • 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”
  7. Sep 27, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:42

      “Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
    • Safe sleep

      67:42:17:26

      “For children under one year of age, is the sleep area free of soft objects and bedding including loose blankets, pillows, stuffed animals, bumper pads, sleep positioning devices, bibs, etc.? 67:42:17:26”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  8. Feb 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Dec 7, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • 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.”
    • 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.”

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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Is Learning Bridge licensed?

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

When was Learning Bridge last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on March 30, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Learning Bridge had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 12 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.

How many children can Learning Bridge care for?

20, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Learning Bridge's hours?

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

How much does Learning Bridge cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 729-2226 to ask.

What is Learning Bridge's phone number?

(605) 729-2226.

Where is Learning Bridge?

441 N Walnut Ave, Bridgewater, SD 57319. The nearest other daycare we list is Canistota B4 & After School Program, 11.4 miles away.

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