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Bright Harbor School

1002 Southwest I Street, Bentonville, AR 727124.6· 36 reviews
licensed capacity
402
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2024

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About Bright Harbor School

Bright Harbor School is a licensed child care center in Bentonville, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since April 15, 2024, for up to 402 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, infant care, pre-k and preschool.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 31 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 11 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: from infants through school-age
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
402 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “M-F 6:30am - 6:00pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: From infants through school-age
ProgramsAfter-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
Licensed capacity402 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Bright Harbor School has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Bright Harbor School

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
402 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2024
License number
#00050707
See the state's record

Summary

31 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 3, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 12 of 31 visits · 11 rules in all

  • Supervision and ratios 7
  • Transportation 2
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 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. Aug 3, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • TransportationSerious deficiency

      Rule 1300.1301.11 Rosters listing the date, the names, and the ages or dates, of birth of all children being transported as well as the name of the driver and any other staff member on the vehicle shall be maintained. These rosters shall be used to check children on and off the vehicle when they are picked up and dropped off at home, school, etc. and when they arrive at and leave the facility. Transportation rosters shall be kept by the facility and available for review for one (1) year.

  2. Jun 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. May 19, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • TransportationSerious deficiency

      Rule 1300.1301.14.*1 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.

  4. Apr 15, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      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.

  5. Feb 2, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      Rule 1200.1201.18 All bags belonging to children shall be checked on arrival to eliminate possible hazards.

  6. Sep 2, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  7. Sep 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Aug 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jul 30, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  10. Jul 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 21 earlier visits
  1. Jun 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  2. May 27, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      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.

  3. May 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Apr 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 2, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      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.

  6. Mar 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Feb 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Feb 6, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      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.

  9. Jan 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Nov 8, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  11. Nov 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Oct 11, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      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.

  13. Oct 7, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      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.

  14. Sep 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  15. Jul 22, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceSerious deficiency

      Rule 500.501.5.d The following activities or threats of such activities are unacceptable as behavior guidance measures and shall not be used for children. These include, but are not limited to the following:

  16. Jul 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  17. Jun 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  18. May 31, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      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.

  19. May 31, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      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.

  20. Apr 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  21. Mar 27, 2024VisitNo 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 Bright Harbor School

Is Bright Harbor School licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed April 15, 2024.

When was Bright Harbor School last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on August 3, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 31 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Bright Harbor School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 12 of 31 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 Bright Harbor School care for?

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

Does Bright Harbor School accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Bright Harbor School's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Bright Harbor School cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 319-6394 to ask.

What is Bright Harbor School's phone number?

(479) 319-6394.

Where is Bright Harbor School?

1002 Southwest I Street, Bentonville, AR 72712. The nearest other daycare we list is Discovery STEAM Program @ Founders Classical Academy Bentonville, 0.4 miles away.

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