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AJ's Little Learners

2502 Walnut Street, Arkadelphia, AR 71923
licensed capacity
59
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2019
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About AJ's Little Learners

AJ's Little Learners is a licensed child care center in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since August 29, 2019, for up to 59 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
59 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:45 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:45 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:45 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:45 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:45 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity59 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

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State record

Inspection reports for AJ's Little Learners

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
59 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2019
License number
#31250
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Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 19, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 12 visits · 5 rules in all

  • Background checks 3
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Safe sleep 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. Feb 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. May 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Mar 7, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  4. Mar 7, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  5. Jan 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jan 29, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      Rule 600.603.1.g Staff records may be maintained off site, unless otherwise noted, and shall contain the following:

  7. Oct 4, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      Rule 100.110.2.b Arkansas State Police Criminal Background Check The following persons shall be required to have their background reviewed through a fingerprint criminal records check (which includes the Arkansas Sexual Offender Registry) conducted by the Arkansas State Police. A prospective staff member may not begin work until the Arkansas State Police criminal record check result has been returned as satisfactory. Following receipt of the satisfactory result, this individual must be supervised at all times, pending completion of all of the required background check components, by a staff member who has successfully completed all required background checks. A National Sexual Offender Registry check will also be conducted on prospective employees. 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 criminal background check and sexual offender registry check in any states where they resided during the past five (5) years.

  8. May 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. May 16, 2024Inspection3 rules 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.

    • 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.

    • Safe sleep

      Rule 1000.1002.1 There shall be a labeled, individual cot or mat, bottom sheet, and adequate cover for each child in care during rest time.

  10. May 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 2 earlier visits
  1. Feb 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited

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 AJ's Little Learners

Is AJ's Little Learners licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 29, 2019.

When was AJ's Little Learners last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on February 19, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has AJ's Little Learners had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 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 AJ's Little Learners care for?

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

Does AJ's Little Learners accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are AJ's Little Learners' hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does AJ's Little Learners cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (870) 230-2407 to ask.

What is AJ's Little Learners' phone number?

(870) 230-2407.

Where is AJ's Little Learners?

2502 Walnut Street, Arkadelphia, AR 71923. The nearest other daycare we list is Happyland Child Care Center, 0.7 miles away.

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