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First Baptist Children's Center

529 S Main St, Malvern, AR 721045.0· 2 reviews
licensed capacity
142
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2022

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About First Baptist Children's Center

First Baptist Children's Center is a licensed child care center in Malvern, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since March 23, 2022, for up to 142 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 approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: six weeks to nine years
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
142 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 license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Six weeks to nine years
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp
ApproachFaith-based (First Baptist)
Assistance it acceptsCareer Pathways
Licensed capacity142 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

First Baptist Children's Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for First Baptist Children's Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
142 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2022
License number
#38007
See the state's record

Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 28, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 1 of 7 visits · 1 rule in all

  • 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. Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Dec 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. May 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jan 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jun 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Mar 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule 300.303.4 All staff members who work directly with children shall obtain at least fifteen (15) hours of training each year in continuing Early Childhood Education. This training shall be registered with the Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education (DCCECE) Professional Development Registry, Department of Education, or Department of Higher Education approved and shall be geared toward the age group they spend the majority of their time with.

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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Questions about First Baptist Children's Center

Is First Baptist Children's Center licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed March 23, 2022.

When was First Baptist Children's Center last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on April 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has First Baptist Children's Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 7 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 Children's Center care for?

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

Does First Baptist Children's Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are First Baptist Children's 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 First Baptist Children's Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (501) 332-2058 to ask.

What is First Baptist Children's Center's phone number?

(501) 332-2058.

Where is First Baptist Children's Center?

529 S Main St, Malvern, AR 72104. The nearest other daycare we list is First Step, 0.6 miles away.

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