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Stepping Stones
- licensed capacity
- 80
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Stepping Stones
Stepping Stones is a licensed child care center in Yankton, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 80 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 5 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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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 80 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Licensed capacity | 80 childrenFrom the state license |
|---|
Cost
Tuition and costs
Stepping Stones has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Stepping Stones
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- Capacity
- 80 children
- License number
- #019522405
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 10, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 12 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 6
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 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.
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Mar 10, 2026Inspection3 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”
67:42:17:27
“Are medications returned to the parent when no longer needed or the medication has expired? 67:42:17:27”
Oct 15, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
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”
67:42:17:44
“Are hazardous cleaning supplies inaccessible to children and stored in their original container, used, and disposed of in accordance with manufacturer's instructions? 67:42:17:44”
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”
Aug 6, 2025Inspection3 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
“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”
Sep 24, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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”
Apr 17, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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 20, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
67:42:11:39
“Does the construction of walls, ceilings, doors, window and skylights appear clean and in good repair? Does outside appearance and construction appear in good repair? 67:42:11:39”
67:42:10:18
“In storage rooms, are combustible materials maintained at least 2 feet below the ceiling or 18 Inches below sprinkler head deflectors? 67:42:10:18”
67:42:11:07
“Is kitchenware and food contact surfaces of equipment washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any interruption of operations? 67:42:11:07”
67:42:11:02
“Is playground equipment properly installed and maintained in good repair? Are sandboxes free from animal excrement and do they permit drainage? 67:42:11:02”
Feb 13, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
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.”
67:42:10:09
“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.”
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FAQ
Questions about Stepping Stones
Is Stepping Stones licensed?
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Stepping Stones last inspected?
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on March 10, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Stepping Stones had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 5 of 5 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 care for?
80, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Stepping Stones' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Stepping Stones cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 665-9964 to ask.
What is Stepping Stones' phone number?
(605) 665-9964.
Where is Stepping Stones?
1501 Locust St, Yankton, SD 57078. The nearest other daycare we list is Redeeming Roots, 0.2 miles away.