Youth & Family Services CDC
120 E Adams St, Rapid City, SD
1.0· 1 review
Little Owls Daycare & Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 90
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Little Owls Daycare & Preschool
Little Owls Daycare & Preschool is a licensed child care center in Rapid City, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 90 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with full-time care, preschool and special-needs / inclusion care.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 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
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 90 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | Full-time care, preschool and special-needs / inclusion care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Play-based |
| Staff | CDA certified preschool teachers with over 50 years combined experience |
| Discounts | Military/Veterans and First Responders discount |
| Licensed capacity | 90 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Owls Daycare & Preschool has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Owls Daycare & Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- Capacity
- 90 children
- License number
- #016597938
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 5, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 3 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Records and paperwork 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 5, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
67:42:17:33
“Are handwashing sinks used for diaper changing different than the sinks used for food or bottle prep? 67:42:17:33”
Feb 11, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
67:42:17:26
“For children under one year of age, are safe sleep recommendations provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics followed which includes: placing infants on their back to sleep using a firm, flat, non-inclined sleep surface, and infants are not placed to sleep in equipment such as swings, bouncy seats, car seats, etc.? 67:42:17:26”
- Mar 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
- Feb 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 13, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
67:42:11:06.01
“If caring for infants, is there a diaper-changing table, properly constructed & maintained with smooth non-absorbent top? 67:42:11:06.01”
61:15:05:05
“Are exits and exit corridors maintained in a safe manner? 61:15:05:05 NOTE: Exits can't pass through storeroom, bathroom, kitchen; corridor & aisle widths of 36 inches; exits cannot be obstructed.”
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FAQ
Questions about Little Owls Daycare & Preschool
Is Little Owls Daycare & Preschool licensed?
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Little Owls Daycare & Preschool last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on March 5, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Owls Daycare & Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 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 Little Owls Daycare & Preschool care for?
90, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Little Owls Daycare & Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Owls Daycare & Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 718-0132 to ask.
What is Little Owls Daycare & Preschool's phone number?
(605) 718-0132.
Where is Little Owls Daycare & Preschool?
E, 110 N Cambell St suite e, Rapid City, SD 57703. The nearest other daycare we list is Impact Kidz Academy, 0.5 miles away.