ARVAC, INC. / Headstart Daycare
606 Pine Ave, Mena, AR
2.7· 3 reviews
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AEL Mena
- licensed capacity
- 68
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 2024
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About
About AEL Mena
AEL Mena is a licensed child care center in Mena, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since August 19, 2024, for up to 68 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM.
The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 68 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM |
| Thursday | 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM |
| Friday | 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 68 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
AEL Mena has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for AEL Mena
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 68 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- First licensed
- 2024
- License number
- #00051904
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 22, 2026: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 10 visits
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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See all 10 visits
- Jul 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about AEL Mena
Is AEL Mena licensed?
Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 19, 2024.
When was AEL Mena last inspected?
The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has AEL Mena had rules cited by the state?
No. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists no cited rules in its 10 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 AEL Mena care for?
68, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does AEL Mena accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are AEL Mena's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does AEL Mena cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (870) 931-1172 to ask.
What is AEL Mena's phone number?
(870) 931-1172.
Where is AEL Mena?
606 Pine Avenue, Mena, AR 71953. The nearest other daycare we list is ARVAC, INC. / Headstart Daycare, under 0.1 miles away.