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Stepping Stones Preschool Center

412 SD-38, Hartford, SD 57033
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About Stepping Stones Preschool Center

Stepping Stones Preschool Center is a licensed child care center in Hartford, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Licensed capacity
60 children

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Inspection reports for Stepping Stones Preschool Center

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Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
60 children
License number
#018042621
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 9, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 15 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 7
  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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. Jun 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Mar 5, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Are medications returned to the parent when no longer needed or the medication has expired? 67:42:17:27”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Are medications provided by the parent kept in their original container with the original label? For prescription medications, does the label include the child's name, instructions including the amount and frequency, expiration date, and physician or licensed practitioner's name? 67:42:17:27”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Is medication administered to each child documented, which includes the child's name, dose, time, date given, and name of the individual administering the medication? 67:42:17:27”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Is written consent obtained from each child's parent before administering all prescription and non-prescription medication? Does the consent include the child's name, name of medication and the dates, times, and dosage of the medication to be administered? 67:42:17:27”
  3. Aug 5, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:38

      “Are all open-sided floor and wall openings, and platforms inside & outside the facility, which are more than 30 inches above ground level, guarded by a barrier that is at least 36" tall and no more than 5" between openings? 67:42:17:38”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:33

      “Are toilets and hand sinks kept clean and in good repair? 67:42:17:33”
  4. Apr 9, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Are medications returned to the parent when no longer needed or the medication has expired? 67:42:17:27”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “Are medications provided by the parent kept in their original container with the original label? For prescription medications, does the label include the child's name, instructions including the amount and frequency, expiration date, and physician or licensed practitioner's name? 67:42:17:27”
  5. May 22, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • 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”
    • 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”
  6. Mar 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:01:01

      “In storage rooms, are combustible materials maintained at least 2 feet below the ceiling or 18 Inches below sprinkler head deflectors? 61:15:01:01”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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”
  7. Mar 22, 2023Inspection3 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.”
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:10:10

      “Policies related to requirement for prevention and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions? 67:42:10:10”
  8. Mar 1, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      Rule not named in the record

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

      67:42:11:05

      “Are cribs and mattresses maintained in good repair? 67:42:11:05”

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 Stepping Stones Preschool Center

Is Stepping Stones Preschool Center licensed?

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

When was Stepping Stones Preschool Center last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on June 9, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Stepping Stones Preschool Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 15 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 Stepping Stones Preschool Center care for?

60, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Stepping Stones Preschool Center's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 528-3388 to confirm.

How much does Stepping Stones Preschool Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 528-3388 to ask.

What is Stepping Stones Preschool Center's phone number?

(605) 528-3388.

Where is Stepping Stones Preschool Center?

412 SD-38, Hartford, SD 57033.

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