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Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center

309 NE J St, Bentonville, AR 727123.6· 17 reviews
licensed capacity
360
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2019
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About Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center

Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center is a licensed child care center in Bentonville, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since March 21, 2019, for up to 360 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: preschool.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 37 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 12 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accredited

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
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
360 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
ProgramsPreschool
EnrichmentTumble Bus gymnastics; Jitterbug dance; Club de Niños Spanish immersion; Young Explorers (37 North outdoor programming); Feet First Soccer
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
DiscountsScholarship programs; sliding scale tuition
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
Licensed capacity360 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
360 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
2019
License number
#31031
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Summary

37 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 3, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 14 of 37 visits · 12 rules in all

  • Supervision and ratios 8
  • Discipline and child guidance 3
  • Health, medication and illness 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. Aug 3, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.2.c The following staff child ratios shall be maintained: Ages of Children Number of Staff Number of Children

  2. Jun 16, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule 1100.1101.4 Any child who is injured shall have immediate attention. Parents shall be notified of all injuries. Injuries that require the attention of medical personnel shall be reported to the parent immediately and to the Licensing Unit within one (1) business day.

  3. Apr 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Apr 1, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.2.c The following staff child ratios shall be maintained: Ages of Children Number of Staff Number of Children

  5. Mar 25, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  6. Mar 20, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.2.c The following staff child ratios shall be maintained: Ages of Children Number of Staff Number of Children

  7. Mar 9, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      Rule 300.301.6 In a group containing children of different ages, the staff to child ratio shall meet the requirements for the youngest child in the group.

  8. Jan 23, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  9. Dec 5, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  10. Nov 5, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceSerious deficiency

      Rule 500.501.5.a The following activities or threats of such activities are unacceptable as behavior guidance measures and shall not be used for children. These include, but are not limited to the following:

Show 28 earlier visits
  1. Sep 17, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  2. Aug 25, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.2.c The following staff child ratios shall be maintained: Ages of Children Number of Staff Number of Children

  3. Aug 19, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.2.a The following staff child ratios shall be maintained: Ages of Children Number of Staff Number of Children

  4. Aug 13, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.8 At no time shall children be left unsupervised or unattended. The child care center shall provide additional staff for any temporary absence of primary child caring staff for activities such as breaks, meal preparation, transportation, etc.

  5. Aug 13, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.8 At no time shall children be left unsupervised or unattended. The child care center shall provide additional staff for any temporary absence of primary child caring staff for activities such as breaks, meal preparation, transportation, etc.

  6. Jun 5, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceSerious deficiency

      Rule 500.501.5.h The following activities or threats of such activities are unacceptable as behavior guidance measures and shall not be used for children. These include, but are not limited to the following:

  7. May 2, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  8. Apr 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Mar 25, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  10. Mar 21, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  11. Mar 7, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  12. Feb 27, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.8 At no time shall children be left unsupervised or unattended. The child care center shall provide additional staff for any temporary absence of primary child caring staff for activities such as breaks, meal preparation, transportation, etc.

  13. Feb 27, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.8 At no time shall children be left unsupervised or unattended. The child care center shall provide additional staff for any temporary absence of primary child caring staff for activities such as breaks, meal preparation, transportation, etc.

  14. Feb 3, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  15. Nov 8, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  16. Oct 24, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  17. Oct 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  18. Sep 13, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  19. Sep 13, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  20. Sep 11, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  21. Aug 21, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  22. Jul 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  23. Jul 22, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  24. Jun 14, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      Rule 400.401.7.a There shall be meaningful, positive interaction between staff and children, to include but not limited to the following:

  25. Jun 6, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  26. Mar 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  27. Jan 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  28. Oct 9, 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 Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center

Is Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed March 21, 2019.

When was Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on August 3, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 37 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 14 of 37 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 Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center care for?

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

Does Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 273-3552 to ask.

What is Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center's phone number?

(479) 273-3552.

Where is Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center?

309 NE J St, Bentonville, AR 72712. The nearest other daycare we list is Mustard Seed Children’s Academy, 0.3 miles away.

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