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4400 Kelley Hwy, Fort Smith, AR
3.6· 11 reviews
A Smart Start Academy
- licensed capacity
- 49
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 2011
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About A Smart Start Academy
A Smart Start Academy is a licensed child care center in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since May 4, 2011, for up to 49 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 49 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 49 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
A Smart Start Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for A Smart Start Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 49 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- First licensed
- 2011
- License number
- #27687
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 12 visits · 5 rules in all
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Records and paperwork 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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- Jul 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 9, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Rule 1000.1001.5 Safety straps shall be used at all times in high chairs or any other seats designed to be used with straps.
Rule 300.301.2.a The following staff child ratios shall be maintained: Ages of Children Number of Staff Number of Children
Mar 13, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Rule 1100.1101.6 Medication shall be given to children only with signed parental permission which includes date, type, drug name, time and dosage, length of time to give medication, and what the medication is being given for. It shall be in the original container with a child resistant cap, not have an expired date, and be labeled with the child's name. (Aspirin substitutes, such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen, may be provided by the facility if parental permission has been granted. These medications shall be in the original container.) Staff shall not dispense medications in dosages that exceed the recommendations stated on the medication bottle.
- Mar 2, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 25, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 12, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Rule 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.
- May 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 19, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Rule 600.604.1.m The child care facility shall maintain a record for each child in care which shall be on site. Records for children no longer enrolled may be maintained off site. Children’s records shall contain the following information:
Show 2 earlier visits
- Jun 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about A Smart Start Academy
Is A Smart Start Academy licensed?
Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed May 4, 2011.
When was A Smart Start Academy last inspected?
The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A Smart Start Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 4 of 12 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 Smart Start Academy care for?
49, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does A Smart Start Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are A Smart Start Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does A Smart Start Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 434-4243 to ask.
What is A Smart Start Academy's phone number?
(479) 434-4243.
Where is A Smart Start Academy?
3101 N 32nd St, Fort Smith, AR 72904. The nearest other daycare we list is Cdc Head Start Center, 0.3 miles away.