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FUMC Weekday School

200 N 15th St, Fort Smith, AR 729015.0· 1 review
licensed capacity
96
open each week
5 days
monthly, posted tuition
$235
year first licensed
2004
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About FUMC Weekday School

FUMC Weekday School is a licensed child care center in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since December 6, 2004, for up to 96 children, serving preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with before-school care, infant care, part-time care and preschool. It lists monthly tuition from $235 to $550.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolFaith-basedPosts tuition

Ages served: preschoolers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Preschoolers
Hours today
8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Licensed capacity
96 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Thursday8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Friday8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Infants & Toddlers 8:30 am - 2:15 pm; Preschool 8:30 am - 12:00 pm; Kindergarten 8:15 am - 12:00 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesPreschoolersFrom the state license
ProgramsBefore-school care, infant care, part-time care, preschool and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based (First United Methodist Church; Christ-centered environment)
EnrichmentChapel, Music, Science (Quirkles)
StaffStaff highly trained in Early Childhood education, ongoing training
MoreFounded 1955
Licensed capacity96 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

FUMC Weekday School lists monthly tuition from $235 to $550.

Monthly · program, in its own wordsPrice
Infant/Toddler, 2 days$235
Infant/Toddler, 3 days$370
Infant/Toddler, 5 days$550
Kindergarten 5-6 years old, Monday-Friday (half-day kindergarten)$400
Preschool 3-5 years old, 2 days$235
Preschool 3-5 years old, 3 days$325
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Preschool 3-5 years old, 5 days$425
Daily · program, in its own wordsPrice
Lunch Bunch 12:00-2:15 pm (Extended Day)$12
8 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.

State record

Inspection reports for FUMC Weekday School

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
96 children
Ages
Preschoolers
First licensed
2004
License number
#22947
See the state's record

Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 6, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 7 visits · 4 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Background checks 2

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, 2026Inspection2 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.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 300.306.4.02 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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FAQ

Questions about FUMC Weekday School

Is FUMC Weekday School licensed?

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

When was FUMC Weekday School last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on April 6, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has FUMC Weekday School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 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 FUMC Weekday School care for?

96, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.

Does FUMC Weekday School accept child care subsidies?

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

What are FUMC Weekday School's hours?

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does FUMC Weekday School cost?

Monthly tuition from $235 to $550, as it lists it.

What is FUMC Weekday School's phone number?

(479) 782-8855.

Where is FUMC Weekday School?

200 N 15th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901. The nearest other daycare we list is First United Methodist Childrens Day Out, under 0.1 miles away.

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