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Leola School District Daycare

827 Leola Ave, Leola, SD 57456
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About Leola School District Daycare

Leola School District Daycare is a licensed child care center in Leola, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 20 children.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Licensed capacity
20 children

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Inspection reports for Leola School District Daycare

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Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
20 children
License number
#1279545580
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 20, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 12 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 5
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Records and paperwork 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. Apr 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Apr 8, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  3. Oct 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Oct 2, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:33

      “Are toilets and hand sinks kept clean and in good repair? 67:42:17:33”
    • 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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:32

      “In food preparation areas, including tables and countertops, are surfaces smooth, non- porous, kept clean and sanitized, free of cracks and in good repair? 67:42:17:32”
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:25

      “Is there a dishwasher or a 3-compartment sink available for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing? 67:42:17:25 NOTE: Centers serving 20 or less children, may use a 2-compartment sink and a tub for sanitizing.”
    • 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

      67:42:17:32

      “Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:32

      “Are all walls, ceilings, floors, and equipment easily cleanable, kept clean and in good repair? 67:42:17:32”
    • 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”
    • 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.”
    • 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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:02

      “NEW PROGRAMS: Are all requirements identified in the floor plan review letters issued by the Fire Marshall's Office and the Dept. of Health completed? Does facility layout match the approved floor plan? 67:42:17:02”

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 Leola School District Daycare

Is Leola School District Daycare licensed?

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

When was Leola School District Daycare last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on April 20, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Leola School District Daycare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 2 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 Leola School District Daycare care for?

20, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Leola School District Daycare's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 439-3692 to confirm.

How much does Leola School District Daycare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 439-3692 to ask.

What is Leola School District Daycare's phone number?

(605) 439-3692.

Where is Leola School District Daycare?

827 Leola Ave, Leola, SD 57456. The nearest other daycare we list is Tiger Den Kiddie Care, 19.4 miles away.

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