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Discovery Island

2935 E Matthews Ave, Jonesboro, AR 724013.9· 18 reviews
licensed capacity
280
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
1995
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About Discovery Island

Discovery Island is a licensed child care center in Jonesboro, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since August 1, 1995, for up to 280 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KMeals providedOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 Weeks - 5 years old
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
280 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-Friday 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM; Infant program 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: 6 Weeks - 5 years old
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
CurriculumExperience Preschool curriculum from Mother Goose
Class sizeToddler up to 8, Preschool and Pre-K 3 up to 12, Pre-K 4 up to 15
StaffHighly trained staff
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: Toilet training self-care routines an integral part of each child's day
Parent updatesParent app (OneCall Now)
MoreFounded 1994
Licensed capacity280 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Discovery Island has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Discovery Island

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
280 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
1995
License number
#2022
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 2, 2026: no rules cited

No rules cited on any of 9 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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  1. Jun 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 21, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  4. Mar 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Aug 22, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  7. Jun 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Mar 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Nov 6, 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 Discovery Island

Is Discovery Island licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 1, 1995.

When was Discovery Island last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on June 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Discovery Island had rules cited by the state?

No. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists no cited rules in its 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 Discovery Island care for?

280, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

Does Discovery Island accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Discovery Island'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 Discovery Island cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (870) 932-3900 to ask.

What is Discovery Island's phone number?

(870) 932-3900.

Where is Discovery Island?

2935 E Matthews Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401. The nearest other daycare we list is Miracle Kids Success Academy North Campus, 0.1 miles away.

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