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Cavanaugh Childrens Center

2825 Grinnell Ave, Fort Smith, AR 729083.5· 13 reviews
licensed capacity
31
open each week
5 days
weekly, posted tuition
$65
year first licensed
1993
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About Cavanaugh Childrens Center

Cavanaugh Childrens Center is a licensed child care center in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since October 1, 1993, for up to 31 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k. It lists weekly tuition from $65 to $200.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition

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
6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
31 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Monday through Friday 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsFull-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based (Cavanaugh Free Will Baptist Church), Play-based
CurriculumAbeka
Staff-to-child ratio8:1 (18 months to 2.5 years) and 12:1 (2.5 to 3 years)
Daily lifePotty training: Children start potty training here
SafetyOutdoor playground
Parent updatesParent app (Procare)
Licensed capacity31 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Cavanaugh Childrens Center lists weekly tuition from $65 to $200.

Weekly · program, in its own wordsPrice
1 Year to 2 Years Old, Full Day$195
2 Days a Week (available Tuesday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM)$65
2 Years Old & Up, Full Day$185
3 Months to 1 Year Old, Full Day$200
Mother's Day Out, Ages 3 & Up, 3 Days a Week (children must be potty trained)$85
Part-Time, Ages 2 & Up, 2 or 3 Days a Week$145
Enrollment Fee, due for each student at Fall and Summer enrollment$150
6 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.

State record

Inspection reports for Cavanaugh Childrens Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
31 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
1993
License number
#854
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 15, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 4 of 9 visits · 3 rules in all

  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Safety and hazards 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. Jun 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      Rule 1200.1201.7.a Fire and tornado drills shall be practiced as follows:

  2. Dec 16, 2025Complaint 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. Dec 16, 2025Inspection1 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.

  4. Aug 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 18, 2025Complaint 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.

  6. Jan 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Sep 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Aug 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Feb 12, 2024InspectionNo 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 Cavanaugh Childrens Center

Is Cavanaugh Childrens Center licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed October 1, 1993.

When was Cavanaugh Childrens Center last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on June 15, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Cavanaugh Childrens Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 4 of 9 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 Cavanaugh Childrens Center care for?

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

Does Cavanaugh Childrens Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Cavanaugh Childrens Center's hours?

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

How much does Cavanaugh Childrens Center cost?

Weekly tuition from $65 to $200, as it lists it.

What is Cavanaugh Childrens Center's phone number?

(479) 646-2085.

Where is Cavanaugh Childrens Center?

2825 Grinnell Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72908. The nearest other daycare we list is Jack and Jill Childcare, 0.1 miles away.

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