O2B Kids Tea Ellis Road
2859 S Lancaster Dr, Sioux Falls, SD
5.0· 2 reviews
Pitter Patter Playhouse
- licensed capacity
- 210
- open each week
- 5 days
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim it
About
About Pitter Patter Playhouse
Pitter Patter Playhouse is a licensed child care center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 210 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio, teacher qualifications and whether it accepts child care subsidies.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ask the daycare
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 210 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Licensed capacity | 210 childrenFrom the state license |
|---|
Cost
Tuition and costs
Pitter Patter Playhouse has not listed its tuition.
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition.
State record
Inspection reports for Pitter Patter Playhouse
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- Capacity
- 210 children
- License number
- #018042828
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 4, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 7 visits · 16 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 7
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
See all 9 visits
- Jun 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 3, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
67:42:17:27
“Are medications returned to the parent when no longer needed or the medication has expired? 67:42:17:27”
67:42:17:29
“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”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
Dec 1, 2025Inspection4 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”
67:42:17:27
“Are medications returned to the parent when no longer needed or the medication has expired? 67:42:17:27”
Aug 13, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
67:42:17:32
“Are all walls, ceilings, floors, and equipment easily cleanable, kept clean and in good repair? 67:42:17:32”
67:42:17:35
“Is the playground equipment installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and in good repair? 67:42:17:35”
Sep 30, 2024Inspection2 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 names of authorized individuals to pick up the children; health information including allergies or special needs; start and end date of enrollment? 67:42:17:42”
Jun 27, 2024Inspection2 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.”
Nov 28, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
67:42:17:17
“Have providers and assistants completed orientation training within 90 days after the date of employment and before caring for children unsupervised? 67:42:17:17”
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”
Jun 29, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
67:42:11:12
“Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually? 67:42:11:12”
Dec 12, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
67:42:10:18
“Does the program have documentation 4 fire drills and 1 tornado drill were conducted in the past year? 67:42:10:18”
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.”
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.”
67:42:16:16
“Does the facility have documentation the program has current liability insurance coverage? 67:42:16:16”
Reviews
Parent reviews
No parent reviews yet
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
Daycares near Pitter Patter Playhouse
Good News Children's Center
1800 S Valley View Rd, Sioux Falls, SD
4.1· 16 reviews
Tea After School Kids - Frontier
2700 S Lancaster Dr, Sioux Falls, SD
Molly Cogley
Sioux Falls, SD 57106 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Marsa Klinski
Sioux Falls, SD 57106 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Luz Meza
Sioux Falls, SD 57106 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Amy Lawson
Sioux Falls, SD 57106 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Erica Thorson
Sioux Falls, SD 57106 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Jennifer Fenicle
Sioux Falls, SD 57106 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Questions about Pitter Patter Playhouse
Is Pitter Patter Playhouse licensed?
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Pitter Patter Playhouse last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on June 4, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Pitter Patter Playhouse had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 6 of 7 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 Pitter Patter Playhouse care for?
210, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Pitter Patter Playhouse's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Pitter Patter Playhouse cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 641-7175 to ask.
What is Pitter Patter Playhouse's phone number?
(605) 641-7175.
Where is Pitter Patter Playhouse?
8610 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57106.