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Bumble Bee Academy

8800 Brockington Road, Sherwood, AR 721202.6· 5 reviews
licensed capacity
72
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2012
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About Bumble Bee Academy

Bumble Bee Academy is a licensed child care center in Sherwood, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since November 15, 2012, for up to 72 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens 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
72 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 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
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity72 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Bumble Bee Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Bumble Bee Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
72 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2012
License number
#28523
See the state's record

Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 20, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 12 visits · 3 rules in all

  • Background checks 2
  • 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. Jul 20, 2026Inspection2 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.

  2. Apr 8, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      Rule 300.303.6 Staff shall not engage in behavior that could be viewed as sexual, dangerous, exploitative, or physically harmful to children. A caregiver shall not use profanity or speak in an abusive manner when children are present.

  3. Mar 30, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  4. Jan 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Dec 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jul 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jun 12, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  8. Feb 25, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  9. Feb 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Dec 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
  1. May 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Mar 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Oct 16, 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 Bumble Bee Academy

Is Bumble Bee Academy licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed November 15, 2012.

When was Bumble Bee Academy last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 20, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Bumble Bee Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 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 Bumble Bee Academy care for?

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

Does Bumble Bee Academy accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Bumble Bee Academy'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 Bumble Bee Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (501) 273-5947 to ask.

What is Bumble Bee Academy's phone number?

(501) 273-5947.

Where is Bumble Bee Academy?

8800 Brockington Road, Sherwood, AR 72120. The nearest other daycare we list is Adventure Academy, 0.7 miles away.

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