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First Start Learning Academy

405 N St Joseph, Morrilton, AR 721105.0· 1 review
licensed capacity
136
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2007

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About First Start Learning Academy

First Start Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Morrilton, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since January 31, 2007, for up to 136 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 12 years old
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
136 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “6:00am-6:00pm Monday- Friday”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years old
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based
CurriculumCreative Curriculum
StaffQualified, Caring, and Experienced Staff
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity136 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

First Start Learning Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for First Start Learning Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
136 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2007
License number
#24817
See the state's record

Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 11, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 1 of 7 visits · 2 rules in all

  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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. Feb 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jun 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Feb 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Oct 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 20, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      Rule 600.604.1.i The child care facility shall maintain a record for each child in care which shall be on site. Records for children no longer enrolled may be maintained off site. Children’s records shall contain the following information:

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule 1000.1001.1 All manufacturer guidelines shall be followed for furniture and equipment that is used by, or around, children.

  6. Jul 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jan 29, 2024InspectionNo 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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Questions about First Start Learning Academy

Is First Start Learning Academy licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed January 31, 2007.

When was First Start Learning Academy last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on February 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has First Start Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules 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 Start Learning Academy care for?

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

Does First Start Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?

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

What are First Start Learning Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does First Start Learning Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (501) 477-2525 to ask.

What is First Start Learning Academy's phone number?

(501) 477-2525.

Where is First Start Learning Academy?

405 N St Joseph, Morrilton, AR 72110. The nearest other daycare we list is Sacred Heart Preschool, 0.3 miles away.

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