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First United Methodist Childrens Day Out

200 N 15th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
licensed capacity
95
open each week
3 days
year first licensed
2004

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About First United Methodist Childrens Day Out

First United Methodist Childrens Day Out is a licensed child care center in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since December 6, 2004, for up to 95 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM; Wednesday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 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
95 children

Hours

Hours

Monday9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
TuesdayNot listed
Wednesday9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
ThursdayNot listed
Friday9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
Licensed capacity95 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

First United Methodist Childrens Day Out has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for First United Methodist Childrens Day Out

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
95 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
2004
License number
#22948
See the state's record

Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 6, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 2 of 7 visits · 3 rules in all

  • Background checks 2
  • 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 6, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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.

  2. Aug 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Apr 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Sep 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. May 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Feb 23, 2024Inspection2 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 100.109.1.a 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.

  7. Nov 27, 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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Questions about First United Methodist Childrens Day Out

Is First United Methodist Childrens Day Out licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed December 6, 2004.

When was First United Methodist Childrens Day Out last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on April 6, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has First United Methodist Childrens Day Out had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 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 United Methodist Childrens Day Out care for?

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

Does First United Methodist Childrens Day Out accept child care subsidies?

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

What are First United Methodist Childrens Day Out's hours?

Monday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM; Wednesday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does First United Methodist Childrens Day Out cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 782-0310 to ask.

What is First United Methodist Childrens Day Out's phone number?

(479) 782-0310.

Where is First United Methodist Childrens Day Out?

200 N 15th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901. The nearest other daycare we list is FUMC Weekday School, under 0.1 miles away.

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