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Ellen Smith Head Start Center

2052 S Garland Ave, Fayetteville, AR 727013.7· 3 reviews
licensed capacity
66
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
1994
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About Ellen Smith Head Start Center

Ellen Smith Head Start Center is a licensed child care center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since February 1, 1994, for up to 66 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers

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

Hours

Hours

Monday7:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 2:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity66 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Ellen Smith Head Start Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Ellen Smith Head Start Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
66 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
1994
License number
#951
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 14, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 6 visits · 2 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 2

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. Apr 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Oct 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jan 28, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  5. Sep 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

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

  6. Feb 7, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      Rule 1200.1201.14 All medications and poisonous substances shall be kept in separately locked areas.

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 Ellen Smith Head Start Center

Is Ellen Smith Head Start Center licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed February 1, 1994.

When was Ellen Smith Head Start Center last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on April 14, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Ellen Smith Head Start Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 6 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 Ellen Smith Head Start Center care for?

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

Does Ellen Smith Head Start Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Ellen Smith Head Start Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Ellen Smith Head Start Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 443-1840 to ask.

What is Ellen Smith Head Start Center's phone number?

(479) 443-1840.

Where is Ellen Smith Head Start Center?

2052 S Garland Ave, Fayetteville, AR 72701. The nearest other daycare we list is Old Farmington Road Head Start, 1.3 miles away.

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