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First Step CCC

574 Cedar St, Waldron, AR 729584.0· 3 reviews
licensed capacity
140
year first licensed
1997
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About First Step CCC

First Step CCC is a licensed child care center in Waldron, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since August 1, 1997, for up to 140 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

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 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
Not listed
Licensed capacity
140 children

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Hours

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Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity140 childrenFrom the state license

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State record

Inspection reports for First Step CCC

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
140 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
1997
License number
#11916
See the state's record

Summary

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

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

  • Safe sleep 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 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. Jul 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 15, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      Rule 1000.1003.6 Pillows (including nursing or “boppy” pillows), bumpers and bumper pads, and stuffed animals shall not be placed in cribs.

    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.4 Infants and toddlers shall not be mixed with preschool children, except as listed in the following requirement.

  3. Jan 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Dec 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Aug 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jan 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Oct 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Aug 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Feb 20, 2024Inspection2 rules 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.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule 900.909.3.e Use zone protective surfacing depths shall be as follows: Minimum compressed loose-fill protective surfacing depths

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 Step CCC

Is First Step CCC licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 1, 1997.

When was First Step CCC last inspected?

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

Has First Step CCC 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 First Step CCC care for?

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

Does First Step CCC accept child care subsidies?

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

What are First Step CCC's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (479) 637-2720 to confirm.

How much does First Step CCC cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 637-2720 to ask.

What is First Step CCC's phone number?

(479) 637-2720.

Where is First Step CCC?

574 Cedar St, Waldron, AR 72958. The nearest other daycare we list is Waldron ABC Program, under 0.1 miles away.

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