Licensed Daycare in Ward, South Dakota
2 licensed daycares in Ward, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official South Dakota licensing records.
Ward listings updated May 2026 from official South Dakota records.
Daycare in Ward: what parents should know
Ward has 2 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Montessori the most common type (about 50% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current South Dakota license at indexing time, sourced from South Dakota DSS — Child Care Services.
About 50% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
In total, Ward providers are approved for approximately 187 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Ward childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Ward
ChildCare Aware reports the South Dakota average full-time cost at $840/month for infant care and $660/month for preschool. City-level prices in Ward vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.
The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. South Dakota families may also qualify for South Dakota CCAP (intake: (800) 227-3020).
Full South Dakota licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- South Dakota DSS — Child Care Services
- Infant ratio
- 1:5
- Toddler ratio
- 1:5
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 93 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Ward
Largest licensed centers in Ward
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Ward licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Ward
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programSouth Dakota CCAP can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(800) 227-3020 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with South Dakota DSS — Child Care Services.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Ward, South Dakota are compiled from official South Dakota DSS — Child Care Services licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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