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Elmwood School of the 21st Century

427 E Poplar St, Paragould, AR 72450
licensed capacity
141
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
1995
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About Elmwood School of the 21st Century

Elmwood School of the 21st Century is a licensed child care center in Paragould, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since August 11, 1995, for up to 141 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

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
6:15 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
141 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:15 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:15 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:15 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:15 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:15 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot 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 capacity141 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Elmwood School of the 21st Century has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Elmwood School of the 21st Century

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
141 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
1995
License number
#10335
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 23, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 9 visits · 4 rules in all

  • Background checks 2
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 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. Jan 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Dec 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. May 6, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  5. Jan 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Dec 13, 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.

  7. Nov 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Aug 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Apr 10, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule 300.306.4.01 All new staff, including volunteers who are counted in the ratios, shall receive the following orientation within three (3) months of employment (and every three (3) years thereafter) and shall not be left alone with children until this is completed.

    • 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.

  10. Oct 20, 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 Elmwood School of the 21st Century

Is Elmwood School of the 21st Century licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 11, 1995.

When was Elmwood School of the 21st Century last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on January 23, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Elmwood School of the 21st Century had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 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 Elmwood School of the 21st Century care for?

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

Does Elmwood School of the 21st Century accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Elmwood School of the 21st Century's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Elmwood School of the 21st Century cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (870) 240-2281 to ask.

What is Elmwood School of the 21st Century's phone number?

(870) 240-2281.

Where is Elmwood School of the 21st Century?

427 E Poplar St, Paragould, AR 72450. The nearest other daycare we list is The Little Klubhouse, 0.2 miles away.

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