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The Kids Den

6047 Tartan Ct, Rapid City, SD 577015.0· 28 reviews
licensed capacity
77
open each week
5 days
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About The Kids Den

The Kids Den is a licensed child care center in Rapid City, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 77 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 15 rules across 6 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
77 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 capacity77 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for The Kids Den

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
77 children
License number
#016597777
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 27, 2026: 2 rules cited

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

  • Records and paperwork 6
  • Safety and hazards 6
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Supervision and ratios 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. Apr 27, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      67:42:17:33

      “Are handwashing sinks used for diaper changing different than the sinks used for food or bottle prep? 67:42:17:33”
    • 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”
  2. Mar 25, 2026Inspection2 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”
  3. Mar 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:44

      “Is there a designated area for diaper changing that is easily cleanable and non-absorbent? 67:42:17:44”
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:10

      “technician? 61:15:05:10 NOTE: Minimum 2A rated on each level. No more than 75 feet travel distance to an extinguisher. One near food preparation. If portable heaters are used, are they provided with noncombustible partitions, screens, or”
  4. Feb 13, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Does the program have proof of current liability insurance? 67:42:17:43”
    • 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”
    • 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 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”
  5. Aug 5, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      67:42:17:21

      “Is the staff to child ratio maintained at all times, including during indoor and outdoor play? 67:42:17:21 Note: Ratio is 1 staff to every 5 children age birth up to 3 years; 1 staff to every 10 children ages 3 and 4 years; and 1 staff to every 15 children 5 years and over.”
    • 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”
    • 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”
  6. Feb 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      61:15:05:10

      “Are portable fire extinguishers charged, operable, and inspected annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:05:10 NOTE: Minimum 2A rated on each level. No more than 75 feet travel distance to an extinguisher. One near food preparation. Page 2 of 6 12/30/2024”
  7. Oct 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:15

      “Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
  8. Sep 7, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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”
    • 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”
    • 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”
    • 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”
    • 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”
    • 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”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      67:42:17:35

      “Is the playground equipment installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and in good repair? 67:42:17:35”

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 The Kids Den

Is The Kids Den licensed?

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

When was The Kids Den last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on April 27, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Kids Den had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 6 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 Kids Den care for?

77, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are The Kids Den's hours?

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

How much does The Kids Den cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 341-7024 to ask.

What is The Kids Den's phone number?

(605) 341-7024.

Where is The Kids Den?

6047 Tartan Ct, Rapid City, SD 57701. The nearest other daycare we list is Zion Lutheran Preschool and Daycare, 1.4 miles away.

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