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The Wildflower Way

800 Ryan Dr, Tea, SD 57064
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About The Wildflower Way

The Wildflower Way is a licensed child care center in Tea, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 74 children.

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Licensed capacity
74 children

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Licensed capacity74 childrenFrom the state license

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Inspection reports for The Wildflower Way

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
Capacity
74 children
License number
#192063863
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Summary

2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 15, 2026: 8 rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 9 rules in all

  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Transportation 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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 15, 2026Inspection8 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

      “Is there a written emergency preparedness and response plan in place which covers all areas required to include: evacuation; relocation; shelter-in-place; lock-down procedures; procedures for communication & reunification with families; continuity of operations; and accommodation of infants & toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions? 67:42:17:43”
    • 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”
    • Safety and hazards

      67:42:17:43

      “Does the program have proof of current liability insurance? 67:42:17:43”
    • Transportation

      67:42:17:45

      “If transportation is provided, does the program have proof of liability insurance for the vehicle(s) used to transport children? 67:42:17:45”
    • 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”
    • Records and paperwork

      67:42:17:06

      “Does the provider comply with their responsibility to report to the Office of Licensing & Accreditation within 24 hours any incidents or changes in circumstances that may affect their ability to meet licensing requirements? 67:42:17:06 Note: This includes but is not limited to a new director, use of space not yet approved, renovating of space used, damage to the building, change in location or ownership, involvement with child protective services or law enforcement, serious injury that requires medical attention or dental care or death of child in care, etc.”
    • 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”
  2. May 20, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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”

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 Wildflower Way

Is The Wildflower Way licensed?

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

When was The Wildflower Way last inspected?

South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on June 15, 2026, with 8 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Wildflower Way had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 2 of 2 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 Wildflower Way care for?

74, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are The Wildflower Way's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (605) 880-4760 to confirm.

How much does The Wildflower Way cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (605) 880-4760 to ask.

What is The Wildflower Way's phone number?

(605) 880-4760.

Where is The Wildflower Way?

800 Ryan Dr, Tea, SD 57064. The nearest other daycare we list is Super Titans, 0.2 miles away.

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