Family Daycare School Age (5+) 103 children

La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18

8825 Forest Ave, Aurora, SD 57002

103
Capacity
0 months - 5 years
Age range
1:5
State infant ratio
$840/mo
South Dakota avg infant
License in good standing

License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.

About La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18

La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18 is a family daycare located in Aurora, South Dakota (57002). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the South Dakota DSS — Child Care Services. Licensed capacity is 103 children.

Cost & subsidies in South Dakota

Statewide averages: $840/month infant, $660/month preschool. Most South Dakota families qualify for assistance through South Dakota CCAP (intake: (800) 227-3020).

Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.

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Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18 and any other licensed provider:

  • Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
  • Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
  • Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
  • Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
  • Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
  • Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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Frequently asked questions about La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18

Is La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18 licensed?
Yes — La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18 holds a current South Dakota child-care license in our records (status: Active), sourced from South Dakota DSS — Child Care Services. Always confirm current status before enrolling.
What ages does La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18 accept?
La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18 serves 0 months - 5 years. Confirm current openings for your child's age group by contacting the center directly — infant spots in particular fill fastest.
How much does La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18 cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, South Dakota averages about $840/month for infants and $660/month for preschool. Contact La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18 for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18 enroll?
La Petite Academy Sioux Falls #18 has a licensed capacity of 103 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

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