Avondale Abc Preschool - West Memphis AR Child Care Center

1402 CRESTMERE , WEST MEMPHIS AR 72301
(870) 735-4588

About the Provider

Description: It is the mission of Avondale Elementary School to provide a challenging curriculum in a safe environment conducive to learning while meeting the diverse needs and interests of ALL students. We will teach our students the academic, social, technological, and problem-solving skills needed to be productive citizens in the ever-changing world.

Additional Information: ABC Facility; 3 Stars Better Beginnings;

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 29358
  • Capacity: 102
  • Age Range: Preschool;
  • Rate Range Preschool 30 to 72 Months-$17.50 per Day (7 Hours or More)
  • State Rating: 5
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Type of Care: Preschool
  • District Office: 401 South College Blvd, West Memphis 72301
  • District Office Phone: (870) 400-0829 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)
  • Licensor: Brittany Hopper (brittany.hopper@dhs.arkansas.gov)

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Inspection/Report History

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Visit/Complaint Date Type Details
2023-04-11 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2023-04-06 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2023-02-08 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2022-11-10 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-11-15 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-08-31 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-03-31 Facility Visit 300.306.4.01.All new staff, including volunteers who are counted in the ratios, shall receive the following orientation within three (3) months of employment (and every three (3) years thereafter) and shall not be left alone with children until this is completed.Introduction (eight (8) clock hours) 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 or fussy infant or 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 or care plans; j. Transportation and car seat safety; k. Policies regarding release of children to authorized individuals; l. Prevention and control of infectious diseases; m. Building and physical premises safety, including the identification of, and protection from, hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; n. Nutrition and physical activities; o. Prevention and response to food sensitivities and allergic reactions; p. Basic child development; and q. The handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio contaminants. See Division website for a list of courses, that the Division maintains contracts for, which meet the above requirements.
2020-10-29 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. Prospective employees who have not lived in the State of Arkansas during the preceding five (5) years will be subject to current federal guidelines regarding conducting a child maltreatment background check in any states where they resided during the past five (5) years.Staff members and applicants for employment in a child care facility Prior to employment and every two (2) 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 Prior to employment and every five (5) years thereafter
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 Prior to providing services or participating in center activities and every five (5) years thereafter
2020-02-25 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2019-12-05 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2019-09-24 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2019-01-25 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2018-10-25 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2018-07-16 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2018-04-26 Facility Visit No Violations Cited

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