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Ponca, NE 68770 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Manda's Munchkins
- licensed capacity
- 65
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Manda's Munchkins
Manda's Munchkins is a licensed child care center in Elk Point, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 65 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 5 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 65 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Thursday | 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Friday | 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Licensed capacity | 65 childrenFrom the state license |
|---|
Cost
Tuition and costs
Manda's Munchkins has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Manda's Munchkins
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- Capacity
- 65 children
- License number
- #018042795
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 14 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Transportation 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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See all 8 visits
- Jun 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 7, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
67:42:17:27
“Are medications returned to the parent when no longer needed or the medication has expired? 67:42:17:27”
67:42:17:45
“If transporting children, is written permission from each child's parent obtained? 67:42:17:45”
May 8, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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”
67:42:17:35
“Is the playground equipment installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and in good repair? 67:42:17:35 For a center program, is the outdoor play area enclosed with a fence that is at least 48" high?”
Mar 19, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
67:42:17:28
“labeled medication if refrigeration is required? 67:42:17:28 Are children who become ill while in care separated from other children, yet supervised, and”
67:42:17:42
“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”
Apr 4, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
67:42:17:42
“Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
Feb 21, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
61:15:01:01
“Is there a carbon monoxide detector installed according to the manufacturer's directions if there is a furnace or appliances utilizing fossil fuels such as propane, natural, gas, etc.? 61:15:01:01”
61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05
“Are exits and exit corridors maintained in a safe manner? 61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05 NOTE: Exits can't pass through storeroom, bathroom, kitchen; corridor & aisle widths maintained at 36 inches or more; exits cannot be obstructed.”
67:42:17:35
“For a center program, is the outdoor play area enclosed with a fence that is at least 48" high? 67:42:17:35”
67:42:17:35
“Is the playground equipment installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and in good repair? 67:42:17:35”
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”
Feb 6, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
67:42:16:13
“Are children's records complete? 67:42:16:13 Note: Children's records are to be maintained at the facility for 6 months following the date care ceases.”
67:42:10:09
“Are staff records complete? 67:42:10:09 Note: Staff records are to be maintained at the facility for 6 months following the end of employment.”
Jan 27, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
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.”
67:42:11:40
“Are cleaning supplies kept inaccessible to children? 67:42:11:40 Page 4 of 7 12/30/2024”
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FAQ
Questions about Manda's Munchkins
Is Manda's Munchkins licensed?
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Manda's Munchkins last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on June 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Manda's Munchkins had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 5 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 Manda's Munchkins care for?
65, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Manda's Munchkins' hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Manda's Munchkins cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 214-0235 to ask.
What is Manda's Munchkins' phone number?
(605) 214-0235.
Where is Manda's Munchkins?
124 E Main St, Elk Point, SD 57025. The nearest other daycare we list is EPJ Early Learning and Youth Development Center-YMCA, 0.3 miles away.