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St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center

1200 2nd St NE, Watertown, SD 572013.7· 9 reviews
licensed capacity
375
open each week
5 days
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About St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center

St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Watertown, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 375 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with full-time care and preschool.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Faith-based
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Ages 3-4 (daycare and preschool)
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
375 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:15 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:15 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:15 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:15 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:15 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesAges 3-4 (daycare and preschool)
ProgramsFull-time care and preschool
ApproachFaith-based (St. Martin's Evangelical Lutheran Church)
AccreditationOther accreditation (WELSSA (exemplary accreditation))
Licensed capacity375 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
375 children
License number
#011516936
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 14, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 8 rules in all

  • Records and paperwork 5
  • Safety and hazards 3

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. Apr 14, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
  2. Jan 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 16, 2025Inspection2 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

      “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”
  4. Mar 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 19, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:39

      “Do all unused electrical outlets have self-closing or tamper resistant childproof electrical covers? 67:42:17:39 NOTE: Outlet plug covers are not permitted.”
  6. Mar 14, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:42

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

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  7. Jun 22, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Mar 28, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • 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.”
    • 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.”

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 St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center

Is St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center licensed?

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

When was St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on April 14, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 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 St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center care for?

375, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 886-4976 to ask.

What is St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center's phone number?

(605) 886-4976.

Where is St. Martin's Lutheran School Early Learning Center?

1200 2nd St NE, Watertown, SD 57201. The nearest other daycare we list is Ave Maria PreK Kids on Target, 0.6 miles away.

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