Asu Abc - Hughes AR Child Care Center

177 BUSH ST , HUGHES AR 72348
(870) 339-3926

About the Provider

Description: ASU ABC is a Child Care Center in HUGHES AR, with a maximum capacity of 20 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Preschool; . The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Additional Information: ABC Facility; 1 Stars Better Beginnings;

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 10750
  • Capacity: 20
  • Age Range: Preschool;
  • State Rating: 3
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Type of Care: Preschool
  • District Office: 1200 AR-33, Augusta 72006
  • District Office Phone: (870) 347-2537 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)
  • Licensor: Susan Simmons (susan.simmons2@dhs.arkansas.gov)

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Inspection/Report History

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Visit/Complaint Date Type Details
2023-04-10 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2023-01-05 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-09-22 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-09-10 Facility Visit 300.306.4.01.All new staff, including volunteers who are counted in the ratios, shall receive the following orientation (unless the staff has prior documented training in the required areas).Introduction (8 clock hours) to be completed before being left alone with children: a. Proper supervision of children b. Behavioral guidance practices c. Safe sleep practices for infants d. Shaken baby syndrome; which includes prevention (Carters Law, Act 1208) e. Appropriately responding to a crying/fussy infant/child f. Emergency procedures in the event of severe weather, or fire, including evacuation procedures and routes, and location and use of fire extinguishers. g. Mandated reporter training h. Administering medication i. Caring for children with special needs / care plans j. Transportation and car seat safety k. Policies regarding release of children to authorized individuals
300.306.5.a.The Director, Assistant Director/Site Supervisor, and 50% of the facility staff that are on site at any given time shall have a certificate of successful completion of first aid and CPR from an approved organization.The curriculum shall conform to current American Heart Association or American Red Cross guidelines.
2021-09-08 Facility Visit 100.103.1.g.Application - An application shall be obtained from the Child Care Licensing Unit. The completed application packet shall be submitted to the Child Care Licensing Unit for review and approval. A completed application packet shall consist of:Verification that criminal record checks and child maltreatment central registry checks have been initiated on all owners, operators and staff members of the Child Care Center
100.110.1.a.The following persons shall apply to the Identification Bureau of the Arkansas State Police for a nationwide criminal record check, to be conducted by the FBI, which shall include a fingerprint check: (The individual is responsible for the cost of a nationwide check. Each request must be accompanied by a check or money order made out to the Arkansas State Police) Fingerprints submitted will be used to check the criminal history records of the FBI. Individuals with results showing a prohibited offense shall be advised to contact the Licensing Unit for procedures to obtain the results and for procedures to update or make corrections to the record of their individual history.Each applicant to own or operate a child care facility Initial application only
300.301.8.At no time shall children be left unsupervised or unattended. The child care center shall provide additional staff for any temporary absence of primary child caring staff for activities such as breaks, meal preparation, transportation, etc.
300.306.4.01.All new staff, including volunteers who are counted in the ratios, shall receive the following orientation (unless the staff has prior documented training in the required areas).Introduction (8 clock hours) to be completed before being left alone with children: a. Proper supervision of children b. Behavioral guidance practices c. Safe sleep practices for infants d. Shaken baby syndrome; which includes prevention (Carters Law, Act 1208) e. Appropriately responding to a crying/fussy infant/child f. Emergency procedures in the event of severe weather, or fire, including evacuation procedures and routes, and location and use of fire extinguishers. g. Mandated reporter training h. Administering medication i. Caring for children with special needs / care plans j. Transportation and car seat safety k. Policies regarding release of children to authorized individuals
300.306.5.a.The Director, Assistant Director/Site Supervisor, and 50% of the facility staff that are on site at any given time shall have a certificate of successful completion of first aid and CPR from an approved organization.The curriculum shall conform to current American Heart Association or American Red Cross guidelines.
2021-04-09 Facility Visit 900.909.3.a.Use zone protective surfacing depths shall be as follows: Minimum compressed loose-fill protective surfacing depths Inches, Loose-Fill Material, Protects to Fall Height of:6 inches - Shredded/recycled rubber - Protects to Fall Height of 10 feet *Shredded/recycled rubber loose-fill protective surfacing does not compress in the same manner as other loose-fill materials. However, it is recommended that care be taken to maintain a constant depth as displacement may still occur.
2020-10-15 Facility Visit 100.109.1.b.The following persons shall be required to have their background reviewed through an Arkansas Child Maltreatment Central Registry Check. A check or money order for $10.00 made out to the Department of Human Services (DHS) must be attached to each form.Staff members and applicants for At application or within 10 days of hire/start date and every two years thereafter employment in a child care facility
100.109.1.f.The following persons shall be required to have their background reviewed through an Arkansas Child Maltreatment Central Registry Check. A check or money order for $10.00 made out to the Department of Human Services (DHS) must be attached to each form.Therapists or other persons who have routine contact with children Within 10 days of the time they begin to provide services or begin to participate in center activities and every two years thereafter
100.110.1.b.The following persons shall apply to the Identification Bureau of the Arkansas State Police for a nationwide criminal record check, to be conducted by the FBI, which shall include a fingerprint check: (The individual is responsible for the cost of a nationwide check. Each request must be accompanied by a check or money order made out to the Arkansas State Police) Fingerprints submitted will be used to check the criminal history records of the FBI. Individuals with results showing a prohibited offense shall be advised to contact the Licensing Unit for procedures to obtain the results and for procedures to update or make corrections to the record of their individual history.Direct care staff or staff with routine contact with children Within 10 days of hire/start date
100.110.1.d.The following persons shall apply to the Identification Bureau of the Arkansas State Police for a nationwide criminal record check, to be conducted by the FBI, which shall include a fingerprint check: (The individual is responsible for the cost of a nationwide check. Each request must be accompanied by a check or money order made out to the Arkansas State Police) Fingerprints submitted will be used to check the criminal history records of the FBI. Individuals with results showing a prohibited offense shall be advised to contact the Licensing Unit for procedures to obtain the results and for procedures to update or make corrections to the record of their individual history.Therapists, volunteers or other persons who have supervisory control, disciplinary control over children or are left alone with children Within 10 days of start date
100.110.2.b.The following persons shall be required to have their background reviewed through criminal records check (which includes the Arkansas Sexual Offender Registry) conducted by the Arkansas State Police.Staff and applicants for employment in a child care facility Within 10 days of hire/start date and every 5 years thereafter
900.909.3.a.Use zone protective surfacing depths shall be as follows: Minimum compressed loose-fill protective surfacing depths Inches, Loose-Fill Material, Protects to Fall Height of:6 inches - Shredded/recycled rubber - Protects to Fall Height of 10 feet *Shredded/recycled rubber loose-fill protective surfacing does not compress in the same manner as other loose-fill materials. However, it is recommended that care be taken to maintain a constant depth as displacement may still occur.
2020-01-15 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2019-10-10 Facility Visit 900.901.10.All areas where children play outdoors shall be properly maintained.
2019-08-19 Facility Visit 100.109.1.a.The following persons shall be required to have their background reviewed through an Arkansas Child Maltreatment Central Registry Check. A check or money order for $10.00 made out to the Department of Human Services (DHS) must be attached to each form.Each applicant to own or operate a child At application and every two years thereafter care facility
100.109.1.b.The following persons shall be required to have their background reviewed through an Arkansas Child Maltreatment Central Registry Check. A check or money order for $10.00 made out to the Department of Human Services (DHS) must be attached to each form.Staff members and applicants for At application or within 10 days of hire/start date and every two years thereafter employment in a child care facility
600.602.1.g.Facility Records shall be maintained on site and include:Verification of annual fire department approval
900.902.1.The area shall be free of hazards or potentially hazardous objects.
900.909.3.a.Use zone protective surfacing depths shall be as follows: Minimum compressed loose-fill protective surfacing depths Inches, Loose-Fill Material, Protects to Fall Height of:6 inches - Shredded/recycled rubber - Protects to Fall Height of 10 feet *Shredded/recycled rubber loose-fill protective surfacing does not compress in the same manner as other loose-fill materials. However, it is recommended that care be taken to maintain a constant depth as displacement may still occur.
2019-01-09 Facility Visit 900.909.3.d.Use zone protective surfacing depths shall be as follows: Minimum compressed loose-fill protective surfacing depths Inches, Loose-Fill Material, Protects to Fall Height of:9 inches - Wood mulch (non-CCA) - Protects to Fall Height of 7 feet
2018-10-04 Facility Visit 900.909.3.d.Use zone protective surfacing depths shall be as follows: Minimum compressed loose-fill protective surfacing depths Inches, Loose-Fill Material, Protects to Fall Height of:9 inches - Wood mulch (non-CCA) - Protects to Fall Height of 7 feet

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