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Howard Elementary Preschool

1301 N 8th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
licensed capacity
20
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2004
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About Howard Elementary Preschool

Howard Elementary Preschool is a licensed child care center in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since August 5, 2004, for up to 20 children, serving preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. It describes its programs: pre-k.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Preschool / pre-KAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: preschoolers

From the state license. Ages it lists: ages three to four
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Preschoolers
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
20 children

Hours

Hours

Monday8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesPreschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Ages three to four
ProgramsPre-K
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
MoreFounded 2003 (Fort Smith Public Schools Preschool Program)
Licensed capacity20 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Howard Elementary Preschool has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Howard Elementary Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
20 children
Ages
Preschoolers
First licensed
2004
License number
#22595
See the state's record

Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 29, 2026: no rules cited

No rules cited on any of 8 visits

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. May 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. May 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Dec 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Nov 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jan 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Sep 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Sep 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Nov 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Oct 18, 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 Howard Elementary Preschool

Is Howard Elementary Preschool licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 5, 2004.

When was Howard Elementary Preschool last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on May 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Howard Elementary Preschool had rules cited by the state?

No. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists no cited rules in its 8 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 Howard Elementary Preschool care for?

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

Does Howard Elementary Preschool accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Howard Elementary Preschool's hours?

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Howard Elementary Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 783-7382 to ask.

What is Howard Elementary Preschool's phone number?

(479) 783-7382.

Where is Howard Elementary Preschool?

1301 N 8th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901. The nearest other daycare we list is Lincoln Childcare Center, 0.1 miles away.

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