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First Baptist Child Learning Center

300 W Main St, El Dorado, AR 71730
licensed capacity
117
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
1994
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About First Baptist Child Learning Center

First Baptist Child Learning Center is a licensed child care center in El Dorado, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since June 1, 1994, for up to 117 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsFaith-based

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
117 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
Licensed capacity117 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

First Baptist Child Learning Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for First Baptist Child Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
117 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
1994
License number
#1620
See the state's record

Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 30, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 2 of 8 visits · 2 rules in all

  • Discipline and child guidance 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. Jul 30, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceSerious deficiency

      Rule 500.501.5.n The following activities or threats of such activities are unacceptable as behavior guidance measures and shall not be used for children. These include, but are not limited to the following:

  2. Apr 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Mar 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Nov 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Aug 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Mar 14, 2024Inspection1 rule 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.

  8. Dec 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 First Baptist Child Learning Center

Is First Baptist Child Learning Center licensed?

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

When was First Baptist Child Learning Center last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has First Baptist Child Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 8 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 First Baptist Child Learning Center care for?

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

Does First Baptist Child Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are First Baptist Child Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does First Baptist Child Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (870) 863-4330 to ask.

What is First Baptist Child Learning Center's phone number?

(870) 863-4330.

Where is First Baptist Child Learning Center?

300 W Main St, El Dorado, AR 71730. The nearest other daycare we list is First United Methodist Kindergarten of El Dorado, 0.2 miles away.

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