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Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center

111 W Commercial Ave, Gettysburg, SD 57442
licensed capacity
60
open each week
5 days
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About Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center

Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center is a licensed child care center in Gettysburg, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 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 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 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
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
60 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:30 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
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

Licensed capacity60 childrenFrom the state license
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Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
60 children
License number
#1759967697
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 1, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 8 rules in all

  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2

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. Jul 1, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • 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”
  2. Mar 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Sep 22, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • 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”
    • 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

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:32

      “In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - If domestic cooking equipment is installed, is a ventilating hood and duct provided and vented to the outside of the building to handle grease-laden vapors? 67:42:17:32”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:05

      “In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - When occupant load is 50 or more, do exit doors swing in the direction of egress flow? 61:15:05:05”
  4. Sep 18, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”

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 Sprouts Early Childhood Center

Is Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center licensed?

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

When was Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on July 1, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 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 Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center care for?

60, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center's hours?

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

How much does Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 222-2624 to ask.

What is Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center's phone number?

(605) 222-2624.

Where is Little Sprouts Early Childhood Center?

111 W Commercial Ave, Gettysburg, SD 57442. The nearest other daycare we list is Carrie Getz, 30.1 miles away.

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