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The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway

5705 E Tahoe St, Sioux Falls, SD 571105.0· 18 reviews
licensed capacity
180
open each week
5 days

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About The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway

The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway is a licensed child care center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 180 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 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
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
180 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

Licensed capacity180 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
180 children
License number
#018043066
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Summary

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

Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 20 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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. Jun 2, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • 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”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  2. May 28, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      67:42:17:31

      “Is food, including breastmilk and formula, properly stored, kept at the proper temperature, and protected from potential contamination? 67:42:17:31 NOTE: Refrigerator temperature should be maintained at 41 degrees F or below, and the freezer temperature maintained at 0 degrees F or below to ensure proper storage of food, breastmilk, and formula.”
    • 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”
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:44

      “Is the diaper changing area cleaned and sanitized after each diaper change with a sanitizing solution approved by the department? 67:42:17:44”
    • 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.”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05

      “Are exit signs provided over each exit, and where necessary to identify a change in the direction of egress travel? 61:15:05:05; 61:15:06:05 NOTE: Exit signs must be interior or exterior illuminated or self-luminous.”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:01:01

      “In Licensed Programs caring for 21 or More Children - If a fire sprinkler system is present, is it inspected and serviced annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:01:01”
  3. Sep 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Apr 29, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • 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”
    • 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”
    • 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

      “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”
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:27

      “67:42:17:27 Are medications stored out of reach from children and placed in a non-absorbent container”
  5. Mar 7, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • 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.”
    • 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”
  6. Feb 13, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Are all providers and provider assistants knowledgeable on the emergency preparedness and response plan and procedure at the time employment begins? 67:42:17:43”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

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

      67:42:17:29

      “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”
    • 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”
  7. Sep 27, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

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

      67:42:17:29

      “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”
  8. May 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Nov 30, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      67:42:10:22

      “Are staff aware of their responsibility to report suspected child abuse and neglect directly to Law Enforcement, State's Attorney or to the Department? 67:42:10:22”
    • 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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Questions about The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway

Is The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway licensed?

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

When was The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway last inspected?

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

Has The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 20 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 The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway care for?

180, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 271-3668 to ask.

What is The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway's phone number?

(605) 271-3668.

Where is The Cubhouse at Golden Gateway?

5705 E Tahoe St, Sioux Falls, SD 57110. The nearest other daycare we list is Anne Sullivan CLC, 1.3 miles away.

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