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Skies the Limit Academy

85 Custer Ave, Fort Meade, SD 57741
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About Skies the Limit Academy

Skies the Limit Academy is a licensed child care center in Fort Meade, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 45 children.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Licensed capacity
45 children

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Licensed capacity45 childrenFrom the state license

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Inspection reports for Skies the Limit Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
45 children
License number
#016597854
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 13, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 12 rules in all

  • Food and nutrition 3
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • 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.

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  1. Mar 13, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:25

      “Is all equipment, utensils, kitchenware, dining tables and food contact surfaces used for the care of children, washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each meal? 67:42:17:25”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:01:01

      “Is electrical system being used properly? 61:15:01:01 NOTE: Check for overloads or frayed extension cords.”
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:25

      “Are toys which have been placed in a child's mouth or have contact with other bodily fluids cleaned and sanitized daily in a dishwasher or by using a product approved by the department? 67:42:17:25”
    • 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”
  2. Feb 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jun 4, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • 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”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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”
  4. May 29, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:32

      “Are all walls, ceilings, floors, and equipment easily cleanable, kept clean and in good repair? 67:42:17:32”
  5. Sep 9, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:32

      “Is the heating and cooling system maintained and inspected annually by a certified technician? 67:42:17:32”
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:25

      “Is there a dishwasher or a 3-compartment sink available for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing? 67:42:17:25 NOTE: Centers serving 20 or less children, may use a 2-compartment sink and a tub for sanitizing.”
  6. Aug 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  7. Apr 14, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:11:09

      “Is the water temperature at children's hand washing sinks maintained at 120 degrees or lower? 67:42:11:09”
  8. Mar 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited

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 Skies the Limit Academy

Is Skies the Limit Academy licensed?

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

When was Skies the Limit Academy last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on March 13, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Skies the Limit Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 12 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 Skies the Limit Academy care for?

45, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Skies the Limit Academy's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 561-0175 to confirm.

How much does Skies the Limit Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 561-0175 to ask.

What is Skies the Limit Academy's phone number?

(605) 561-0175.

Where is Skies the Limit Academy?

85 Custer Ave, Fort Meade, SD 57741. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Promises University, 1.5 miles away.

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