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Little Tykes University - Bison
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About Little Tykes University - Bison
Little Tykes University - Bison is a licensed child care center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 30 children.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 4 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
- 30 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (605) 906-0363 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Licensed capacity | 30 childrenFrom the state license |
|---|
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Tykes University - Bison
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- Capacity
- 30 children
- License number
- #018043051
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 27, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 19 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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May 27, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
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”
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.”
67:42:17:32
“Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
Jun 24, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
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”
67:42:17:43
“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”
67:42:17:29
“If a child in care has a known food allergy, does the provider have a written plan which includes instructions regarding food allergens, steps to be taken to avoid the food, and a detailed treatment plan to be implemented if the child has an allergic reaction? 67:42:17:29”
67:42:17:47
“Do providers and assistants comply with their legal responsibility to immediately report any suspicion of child abuse and neglect to child protective services, law enforcement or the State's Attorney's office? 67:42:17:47”
67:42:17:26
“For children under one year of age, is the sleep area free of soft objects and bedding including loose blankets, pillows, stuffed animals, bumper pads, sleep positioning devices, bibs, etc.? 67:42:17:26”
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 18, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
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”
61:15:05:10
“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. If portable heaters are used, are they provided with noncombustible partitions, screens, or”
61:15:01:01
“there is a furnace or appliances utilizing fossil fuels such as propane, natural, gas, etc.? 61:15:01:01 NEW PROGRAMS: Are all requirements identified in the floor plan review letters issued by the”
67:42:17:32
“Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
67:42:17:35
“Is the outside play area safe, in good repair, and free of debris, trash, weeds and hazardous material? 67:42:17:35”
Mar 20, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
67:42:17:43
“Are all providers and provider assistants knowledgeable on the emergency preparedness and response plan and procedure at the time employment begins? 67:42:17:43”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
67:42:17:29
“If a child in care has a known food allergy, does the provider have a written plan which includes instructions regarding food allergens, steps to be taken to avoid the food, and a detailed treatment plan to be implemented if the child has an allergic reaction? 67:42:17:29”
67:42:17:27
“Is written consent obtained from each child's parent before administering all prescription and non-prescription medication? Does the consent include the child's name, name of medication and the dates, times, and dosage of the medication to be administered? 67:42:17:27”
- Mar 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 10, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
67:42:17:43
“Are all providers and provider assistants knowledgeable on the emergency preparedness and response plan and procedure at the time employment begins? 67:42:17:43”
67:42:17:42
“Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
67:42:17:27
“Is written consent obtained from each child's parent before administering all prescription and non-prescription medication? Does the consent include the child's name, name of medication and the dates, times, and dosage of the medication to be administered? 67:42:17:27”
May 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
67:42:11:16
“Are potentially hazardous foods requiring cooking, cooked to heat all parts of the food to a temperature of at least 140 degrees F and held at that temperature until served or immediately refrigerated at 41 degrees F or below? 67:42:11:16”
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FAQ
Questions about Little Tykes University - Bison
Is Little Tykes University - Bison licensed?
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Little Tykes University - Bison last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on May 27, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Tykes University - Bison had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 4 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 Tykes University - Bison care for?
30, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Little Tykes University - Bison's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 906-0363 to confirm.
How much does Little Tykes University - Bison cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 906-0363 to ask.
What is Little Tykes University - Bison's phone number?
(605) 906-0363.
Where is Little Tykes University - Bison?
3210 E Bison Trail, Sioux Falls, SD 57108. The nearest other daycare we list is Embe Harrisburg Horizon Ost, 0.5 miles away.