Little Blessings Preschool And Childcare Inc - Van Buren AR Child Care Center

3124 ALMA BLVD. , VAN BUREN AR 72956
(479) 474-9669

About the Provider

Description: Parents want more than just daycare for their children. They want their kids to have a head start in developing skills needed to succeed in school. Little Blessings Preschool & Child Care Center understands this desire and offers quality child care and preschool learning programs.

We use a curriculum that is both instructive and fosters a love for learning. Also, our certified teachers are highly qualified, experienced, nurturing and patient. We guarantee an enriching experience for your child.

Additional Information: 1 Stars Better Beginnings;

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 8557
  • Capacity: 239
  • Age Range: Infant/Toddler; Preschool; School Age;
  • Rate Range Preschool 30 to 72 Months-$17.00 per Day (7 Hours or More) Preschool 30 to 72 Months-$7.00 per Day (Less than 7 Hours) School Age 60 to 156 Months-$8.50 per Day (Less than 7 Hours) School Age 60 to 156 Months-$8.50 per Day (Less than 7 Hours) School Age 60 to 156 Months-$16.00 per Day (7 Hours or More) School Age 60 to 156 Months-$16.00 per Day (7 Hours or More) Toddler 18 to 36 Months-$18.00 per Day (7 Hours or More) Toddler 18 to 36 Months-$18.00 per Day (7 Hours or More)
  • State Rating: 2
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Type of Care: Preschool , School Age, Infant / Toddler
  • District Office: 616 Garrison AVE, Fort Smith 72901
  • District Office Phone: (479) 424-5610 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)
  • Licensor: Brittney Walker (brittney.walker@dhs.arkansas.gov)

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Inspection/Report History

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Visit/Complaint Date Type Details
2023-06-26 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2023-04-11 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2023-03-27 Facility Visit Any vehicles designed or used to transport more than seven (7) passengers and one (1) driver must have approved child safety alarm devices installed. These devices must be properly maintained in working order at all times. Vehicles in service at licensed facilities prior to July 1, 2005, shall have the alarm installed by a qualified technician or mechanic no later than December 31, 2005. On or after July 1, 2005, all vehicles at newly licensed facilities and newly acquired vehicles at existing facilities shall have a child safety alarm installed before placing the vehicle in service. The Child Care Licensing Unit shall maintain a list of approved alarm systems. Clarification – * The alarm system shall be installed so that the driver must walk to the very back of the vehicle to reach the switch that deactivates the alarm. Alarm switches installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable. * The alarm system may be installed by any certified technician or mechanic employed by a recognized electronics or automotive business in accordance with the device manufacturer’s recommendations. * The time delay from activation of the alarm until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one (1) minute. Any of the following three (3) options are acceptable to meet the intent of Act 1979 when children are being delivered at the facility. Other options must be approved by the Licensing Unit.Upon arrival, have one (1) staff member immediately walk through the vehicle to deactivate the alarm system. That staff member will remain near the alarm switch at the back of the vehicle until all children have been unloaded to ensure that no child is left on board. (This option will require at least two (2) staff members, one (1) to supervise the children and one (1) to remain inside the vehicle.)
2023-01-06 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2022-11-22 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-12-21 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-12-10 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-12-03 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-11-23 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-11-15 Facility Complaint 300.303.6 - Staff shall not engage in behavior that could be viewed as sexual, dangerous, exploitative, or physically harmful to children. A caregiver shall not use profanity or speak in an abusive manner when children are present.
2021-11-12 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-10-29 Facility Visit 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.
2021-09-23 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-09-22 Facility Visit No Violations Cited
2021-09-20 Facility Complaint 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.

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