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Little Pirates Childcare Center

234 Iowa Ave, Highmore, SD 57345
licensed capacity
30
open each week
5 days

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About Little Pirates Childcare Center

Little Pirates Childcare Center is a licensed child care center in Highmore, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 30 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: drop-in care and preschool.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Type
Child care center
Ages
Age birth to 12
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
30 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “7 A.M. - 6 P.M.”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesAge birth to 12
ProgramsDrop-in care and preschool
Assistance it acceptsChildcare assistance (apply through the South Dakota Department of Social Services)
Licensed capacity30 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Little Pirates Childcare Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Little Pirates Childcare Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
30 children
License number
#014512619
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 26, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 9 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 5
  • 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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  1. Feb 26, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Does the provider have documentation showing two fire evacuation drills, two shelter-in- place drills, and two lockdown drills conducted in the past calendar year? 67:42:17:43”
    • 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”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Does the program have proof of current liability insurance? 67:42:17:43”
  2. Aug 13, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Does the program have proof of current liability insurance? 67:42:17:43”
    • 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”
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Does the provider have documentation showing two fire evacuation drills, two shelter-in- place drills, and two lockdown drills conducted in the past calendar year? 67:42:17:43”
  3. Jul 23, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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.”
  4. Aug 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jul 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited

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 Little Pirates Childcare Center

Is Little Pirates Childcare Center licensed?

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

When was Little Pirates Childcare Center last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on February 26, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Little Pirates Childcare Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 5 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 Pirates Childcare Center care for?

30, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Little Pirates Childcare Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Little Pirates Childcare Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 852-3234 to ask.

What is Little Pirates Childcare Center's phone number?

(605) 852-3234.

Where is Little Pirates Childcare Center?

234 Iowa Ave, Highmore, SD 57345. The nearest other daycare we list is Hand in Hand Child Care & Beyond, 22.7 miles away.

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