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Lil' Punkins Daycare

3747 Sonora Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701
licensed capacity
18
open each week
5 days
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About Lil' Punkins Daycare

Lil' Punkins Daycare is a licensed child care center in Rapid City, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 18 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 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
18 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

Licensed capacity18 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Lil' Punkins Daycare has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Lil' Punkins Daycare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
18 children
License number
#016597791
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 30, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 7 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 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 30, 2026Inspection2 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

      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.”
  2. Mar 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Sep 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jun 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 1, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • 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

      67:42:17:32

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

      67:42:17:32

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

      67:42:17:02

      “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”
  6. Sep 10, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      67:42:17:09

      “Is the individual responsible for planning and implementing the program at least 18 years of age and is the required education or work experience maintained? 67:42:17:09”

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 Lil' Punkins Daycare

Is Lil' Punkins Daycare licensed?

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

When was Lil' Punkins Daycare last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on April 30, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Lil' Punkins Daycare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 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 Lil' Punkins Daycare care for?

18, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Lil' Punkins Daycare's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Lil' Punkins Daycare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 209-9110 to ask.

What is Lil' Punkins Daycare's phone number?

(605) 209-9110.

Where is Lil' Punkins Daycare?

3747 Sonora Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701. The nearest other daycare we list is Kidstop - Grandview, 0.5 miles away.

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