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A Kid's Place

825 N Main St, Benton, AR 720154.6· 25 reviews
licensed capacity
150
open each week
5 days
weekly, posted tuition
$75
year first licensed
1996
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About

About A Kid's Place

A Kid's Place is a licensed child care center in Benton, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since June 1, 1996, for up to 150 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, pre-k and preschool. It says it provides meals. It lists weekly tuition from $75 to $165.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: as young as 18-months old, up to 12 years old
Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
150 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: As young as 18-months old, up to 12 years old
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: Toddler class works on potty training
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
TransportationTransportation (A Kids Place Vans to and from school)
Licensed capacity150 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

A Kid's Place lists weekly tuition from $75 to $165.

Weekly · program, in its own wordsPrice
Before AND After School Care$85
Before OR After School Care$75
Full-Week Care when school is out (Spring Break, Christmas Break, etc.)$125
Tuition (weekly rate)$165
Daily · program, in its own wordsPrice
Single day add-on when school is out (pro-rated fee added to tuition)$30
enrollment fee$50
5 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.

State record

Inspection reports for A Kid's Place

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
150 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
1996
License number
#8481
See the state's record

Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 26, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 11 visits · 5 rules in all

  • Background checks 4
  • Staff training and qualifications 1

For comparison: 44% of Arkansas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. May 26, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule 300.303.3 All staff members who work directly with children shall have a high school diploma or GED.

    • Background checks

      Rule 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.

    • Background checks

      Rule 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 Federal Bureau of Investigation (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.

    • Background checks

      Rule 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 Federal Bureau of Investigation (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.

  2. May 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jun 2, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  5. May 1, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  6. Apr 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Nov 18, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  8. Oct 24, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  9. Sep 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. May 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 1 earlier visit
  1. Feb 29, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      Rule 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 Federal Bureau of Investigation (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.

Copied from the Arkansas Office of Early Childhood on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about A Kid's Place

Is A Kid's Place licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed June 1, 1996.

When was A Kid's Place last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on May 26, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has A Kid's Place had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 11 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 44% of Arkansas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can A Kid's Place care for?

150, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does A Kid's Place accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are A Kid's Place's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does A Kid's Place cost?

Weekly tuition from $75 to $165, as it lists it.

What is A Kid's Place's phone number?

(501) 315-6223.

Where is A Kid's Place?

825 N Main St, Benton, AR 72015. The nearest other daycare we list is Childcare Network #212, 0.4 miles away.

Sources: The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood (license and visits).