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A Play N School Day Care

3501 Sequoia Pl  Rapid City, SD

*State registered/CPR certified. *Open 7:30-10 p.m. M-F. *Healthy meals and snacks. *Preschool curriculum. *Part time and Full time rates available/multifamily discount. *References available.
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PLACERVILLE CAMP

13801 W Highway 44 Rapid City, SD

Together, we seek to nurture healthy relationships to God’s creation. Outdoor ministries provide a time away from the ordinariness of our lives, so that we might open ourselves to the extraordinary presence of God. Working, playing and praying together, we become bearers and sharers of the Gospel’s Good News.
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Hundred Acre Woods Daycare

3409 Arizona St Rapid City, SD

State license verified

Full time child care. There is always an adventure.
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The Dream Catchers

2116 Birch Ave Rapid City, SD

We are good with kids and babies. We have 5 years of babysitting experience. We are all 13. We do light housekeeping. We can babysit at your house or our house it's not a problem.
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Kids Kastle Sdsmt

501 E Saint Joseph St Rapid City, SD

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Kids Kastle Sdsmt creates a supportive, nurturing, and safe environment to ensure parents' confidence in their child’s safety, happiness, and well-being. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships.
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Learning Tree

11835 Wildhorse Ct Rapid City, SD

Child care
Learning Tree is a locally owned child care provider that offers child care and early education programs for young kids. Located at 11835 Wildhorse Court, the company serves families who are residing in Rapid City, SD. Learning Tree has been in the business since 2011.
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Dear Ones Child Care Center

2901 Wisconsin Ave Rapid City, SD

Child care
Preschool
Dear Ones Child Care Center is a state-licensed childcare facility in Rapid City, South Dakota. The school accepts and handles children ages six weeks to twelve years old. They aim to provide care to economically challenged families in a rich, nurturing atmosphere needed for each child's physical, social, emotional, and...
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CEDAR CANYON WESLEYAN CAMP

5130 Memorial Rd Rapid City, SD

CEDAR CANYON WESLEYAN CAMP in Rapid City, SD offers a Christian environment that features learning activities for supporting God's kingdom, honoring Christ, and promoting the Gospel. They provide exciting programs that allow the kids to build friendships. The campers will have worship times through teachings and music with...
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Childrens House Montessori Inc

3520 W Main St Rapid City, SD

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Childrens House Montessori Inc in Rapid City, SC develops the skills that are necessary to support and respect differences. They help the students in reaching their full potential spiritually, socially, academically, and physically. They develop learning strategies and communication skills that will assist them outside the...
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Little Pines Daycare/Preschool

4932 W Chicago St Rapid City, SD

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
In-Home daycare
Preschool
I am a certified teacher with 8 years of elementary classroom experience. I worked at a preschool while going to college. At Little Pines we will do a lot of learning through play and other more structured activities. I love working with kids and am very excited to start this new adventure in my career. My goal is to create a...
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PLAYDATES

401 E Nevada St Rapid City, SD

Child care
PLAYDATES promotes values, love, and respect while nurturing the students with the necessary skills and education. This child care organization in Rapid City, SD provides enrichment programs and age-appropriate curriculum that allow for learning while having fun. They feature a stimulating, safe, clean, and secure environment...
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Creative Kids Too

6047 Tartan Ct Rapid City, SD

1.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
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Heiwa House Registered Childcare

SOPHIA LYNNAE CT BOX ELDER, SD

State license verified

starting at
$760/mo
International
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
+ 3 more
With over 25 years of experience in working with children in licensed daycare and teaching ESL in Korea and Japan. Your child’s day will be filled with lots of exciting activities! Not Fully Potty Trained $220 weekly
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Malinda's Little Daycare

6657 W. Elmwood Dr Black Hawk, SD

I am a mom of 3 kids ages 13,10 and 11. I have been doing daycare for 10+ yrs I am state certified and with the state nutrition program. I accept daycare assistance. My hours are Mon-Fri 630am-530pm Reasonable rates in a TLC home:)
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Pyramid Daycare Preschool

5717 Ash St Black Hawk, SD

Child care
Preschool
Pyramid Daycare Preschool in Black Hawk, SD offers education and promotes values to students from 0 to 10 years old. They make sure that kids feel comfortable while teaching lessons that they need to be successful. This child care organization also features kindergarten readiness, after/before-school programs, weekly curriculum,...
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Valarie's Powered by Kids Family Childcare

413 Cleveland Drive Ellsworth AFB, SD

I am an FCC Licensed Provider located on Ellsworth AFB. I am married to my high school sweet heart. We have 3 kids ages 6,8,10. We also have a cat, Neko. I have worked as a Teacher Assistant for special needs children at Yokota AB, Japan. We Moved to Ellsworth AFB in June 2012 Full time care Drop in hourly care PCS...
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Bright Beginnings Childcare Center LLC

8008 STAGE STOP RD Black Hawk, SD

2.5(2)
Child care
The Bright Beginnings Childcare Center provides a childcare program in Black Hawk, South Dakota. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Bright Beginnings Childcare...

Becca S. says "I love this daycare! My kids are all going to be ready for school when the time comes. My oldest in 2nd grade now has been at the top of his class since he...

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Kelli Ann's Kreative Kare--Home Daycare

12312 Renata Drive Black Hawk, SD

I am a small home daycare provider that just opened on June 4, 2012. I have one year of child care experience and i was a CNA/Personal Care Assistant for 3 years. I have a CPR, First Aide, CNA licenses and they are all current. My home daycare is also state registered and enlisted in the YFS program for healthy foods and diet...
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Ellsworth AFB Child Development Center

1679 Ellsworth St Ellsworth Afb, SD

Child care
The Ellsworth Air Force Base Child Development Center provides a childcare program in Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Ellsworth Air...
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Daycare centers near you in Rapid City, SD offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Rapid City, SD provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Rapid City, SD for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Rapid City, SD include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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