Licensed Daycare in Mellette, South Dakota
Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.
Childcare costs in Mellette
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 Mellette 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
- 118 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Mellette
All Mellette licensed centers
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