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Nhac - Deadwood First Step

753 Main St, Deadwood, SD 577324.6· 9 reviews
licensed capacity
120
open each week
5 days
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About Nhac - Deadwood First Step

Nhac - Deadwood First Step is a licensed child care center in Deadwood, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 120 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, infant care, pre-k and preschool.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolAccepts child care subsidy
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Kindergarten through Fifth Grade (Second Step After School Program)
Hours today
3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
120 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Thursday3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Friday3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Monday-Friday 3pm-6pm (Second Step After School Program)”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesKindergarten through Fifth Grade (Second Step After School Program)
ProgramsAfter-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
CurriculumExperience Early Learner Curriculum
StaffLead Teacher-BA Human Development and Family Sciences
Assistance it acceptsChild care assistance options
Licensed capacity120 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Nhac - Deadwood First Step has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Nhac - Deadwood First Step

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
120 children
License number
#016598207
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 8, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 10 rules in all

  • Records and paperwork 5
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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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  1. Jul 8, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  2. Nov 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Apr 14, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      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”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  4. Oct 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Sep 17, 2024Inspection3 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

      “Does each child's record contain all required information? 67:42:17:42”
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:30

      “Does the provider have a weekly menu posted, which includes meals and snacks to be served each week? 67:42:17:30”
  6. Dec 5, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:33

      “Is the hot water temperature at hand washing sinks used by children maintained at 120 degrees F or lower? 67:42:17:33”
    • Safety and hazards

      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. Page 2 of 6 12/30/2024”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:01:01

      “In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - If a fire sprinkler system is present, is it inspected and serviced annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:01:01”
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
  7. Mar 14, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
  8. Nov 1, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
  9. Oct 19, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:08

      “In Licensed Day Care Programs Caring for 21 or More Children - Is a fire alarm system installed in the building wiring and operable? 61:15:05:08 NOTE: Manual pull stations, audible alarms inside and out. Smoke detectors are in stairwells, corridors, lounges, recreation and sleeping areas.”

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 Nhac - Deadwood First Step

Is Nhac - Deadwood First Step licensed?

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

When was Nhac - Deadwood First Step last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on July 8, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Nhac - Deadwood First Step had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 4 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 Nhac - Deadwood First Step care for?

120, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Nhac - Deadwood First Step's hours?

Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Nhac - Deadwood First Step cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 559-2007 to ask.

What is Nhac - Deadwood First Step's phone number?

(605) 559-2007.

Where is Nhac - Deadwood First Step?

753 Main St, Deadwood, SD 57732. The nearest other daycare we list is Second Step, 0.1 miles away.

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