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Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's
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About Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's
Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's is a licensed child care center in Pierre, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 105 children.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 105 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (605) 280-2804 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Licensed capacity | 105 childrenFrom the state license |
|---|
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- Capacity
- 105 children
- License number
- #1061725171
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 25, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 10 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 6
- Records and paperwork 2
- Transportation 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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Mar 25, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
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”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
67:42:17:45
“If transportation is provided, does the program have proof of liability insurance for the vehicle(s) used to transport children? 67:42:17:45”
Feb 20, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
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”
67:42:17:33
“Are toilets and hand sinks kept clean and in good repair? 67:42:17:33”
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”
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.”
61:15:01:01
“In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - If a fire sprinkler system is present, is it inspected and serviced annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:01:01”
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”
- Sep 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 29, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
67:42:17:43
“Is there a written emergency preparedness and response plan in place which covers all areas required to include: evacuation; relocation; shelter-in-place; lock-down procedures; procedures for communication & reunification with families; continuity of operations; and accommodation of infants & toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions? 67:42:17:43”
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FAQ
Questions about Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's
Is Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's licensed?
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on March 25, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 3 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 Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's care for?
105, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's' hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 280-2804 to confirm.
How much does Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 280-2804 to ask.
What is Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's' phone number?
(605) 280-2804.
Where is Lil' Gov's Bright Beginning's?
1408 N Harrison Ave, Pierre, SD 57501. The nearest other daycare we list is Oahe Child Development Center, 0.8 miles away.