Sprouting Ivy Academy
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.5 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.Not Available
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes South Dakota's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. South Dakota caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:5, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead-teacher education isn't regulated. Teachers must complete 10 hours of annual training. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 20 Toddlers 1:5 20 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- Not Regulated
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (5), Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (3), and Children's Records & Files (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
May 22, 20256 Findings6 Important
- 67:42:17:15 Achildcareprovidershallmaintainarecordforeachemployeethatincludes: (1) Theemployee'snameanddateofbirth; (2) Thedatesonwhichtheem…67:42:17:15
Duringtheinspection,severalstaffrecordsdidnotcontaincurrentdocumentationofCPRorbackgroundcheckeligibility letters.
- 67:42:17:27 Beforeanymedicationisadministeredtoachild,permissionoftheparentorguardianmustbedocumentedandmust Includethenameofthechild,thenam…67:42:17:27
Duringtheinspection,notallmedicationadministrationformscontainedtherequiredcriteria.
- 67:42:17:29 Aprovidershallhaveawrittencareplanforeachchildwhohasaknownfoodallergy.Theplanmustcontaininstructions Regardinganyfoodallergens,s…67:42:17:29
Duringtheinspection,awrittencareplanforeachchildwhohasaknownfoodallergywasnotavailable.
- 67:42:17:32 Allwalls,ceilings,floors,andequipmentmustbeeasilycleanable,keptclean,andingoodrepair. Heatingandcooling Systemsmustmaintainatemp…67:42:17:32
Atthetimeofinspection,therewasaholeintheBumbleBee'sclassroom.
- 67:42:17:42 Aprovidershallmaintainarecordforeachchildthatincludes: (1) Thechild'snameanddateofbirth; (2) Theparentorguardian'snameandtelepho…67:42:17:42
2 Atthetimeofinspection,severalchildren'srecordsdidnothavecurrentimmunizations.
- 67:42:17:43 1 Aprovidershallhave: (1) Awrittenemergencypreparednessandresponseplanforemergenciesresultingfromanaturaldisasteroraman- Causede…67:42:17:43
Currentdocumentationofgeneralandvehicleliabilityinsurancewasnotavailableatthetimeofinspection. Atthetimeofinspection,notallstaffmembershadknowledgeofallcomponentsoftheemergencypreparednessand responseplan.
Apr 16, 20252 Findings2 Important
- 67:42:17:31 Aninfantshallbefedaccordingtotheinfant'sschedule. Theprovidershallholdtheinfant'sbottlewhenfeedingthe 1 Infant. Theprovidermayno…67:42:17:31
Duringinspection,thefreezerwasnotkeptatapropertemperatureof0DegreesFahrenheitorbelow.
- 67:42:17:32 Allwalls,ceilings,floors,andequipmentmustbeeasilycleanable,keptclean,andingoodrepair. Heatingandcooling Systemsmustmaintainatemp…67:42:17:32
Duringinspection,theannualheatingandcoolinginspectionwasnotavailable. Atthetimeofinspection,thefoodpreparationareawasnotfoundtobekeptclean. Duringinspection,anareaofastorageclosethaditemsstackedtooclosetotheceiling.
Apr 10, 20254 Findings4 Important
- In Storage Rooms61:15:01:01
In storage rooms, are combustible materials maintained at least 2 feet below the ceiling or 18 Inches below sprinkler head deflectors? 61:15…
- Is Food, Including Breastmilk and Formula67:42:17:31
Is food, including breastmilk and formula, properly stored, kept at the proper temperature, and protected from potential contamination? 67:4…
- Is the Heating and Cooling System Maintained and Inspected Annually by a Certified Technician? 67:42:17:3267:42:17:32
- In Food Preparation Areas, Including Tables and Countertops, Are Surfaces Smooth, Non- Porous, Kept Clean and Sanitized, Free of Cracks And…67:42:17:32
Jul 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- 61:15:05:05 - Exit Requirements.61:15:05:05
Apr 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- 67:42:17:16 - Confidentiality67:42:17:16
Confidentiality - Parental consent was not obtained prior to photos of children in care being publicly shared. Children’s records, photographs, and information about a child or the child's family may not be shared or publicly posted, unless the parent signs a consent form. The child enrollment form was updated to include parental permission to share photos of their children. Consent will be obtained from all parents prior to sharing photos of children in care.