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Jack and Jill Childcare

2905 Briar Cliff Ave, Fort Smith, AR 729084.5· 22 reviews
licensed capacity
15
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
1994

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About Jack and Jill Childcare

Jack and Jill Childcare is a licensed child care center in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since October 1, 1994, for up to 15 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
15 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity15 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Jack and Jill Childcare has not listed its tuition.

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition.

State record

Inspection reports for Jack and Jill Childcare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
15 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
1994
License number
#1967
See the state's record

Summary

16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 13, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 16 visits · 12 rules in all

  • Transportation 3
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 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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See all 16 visits
  1. Jul 13, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  2. Jul 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jun 23, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

      Rule 1000.1003.7 Bibs, necklaces, and garments with ties or hoods shall be removed from infants prior to rest and naptime to reduce the risk of entanglement and strangulation while the child is sleeping.

  4. Mar 12, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      Rule 1000.1001.5 Safety straps shall be used at all times in high chairs or any other seats designed to be used with straps.

    • 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.

    • TransportationSerious deficiency

      Rule 1300.1301.3.c Staff transporting children shall meet the following requirements:

  5. Feb 25, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      Rule 1000.1003.7 Bibs, necklaces, and garments with ties or hoods shall be removed from infants prior to rest and naptime to reduce the risk of entanglement and strangulation while the child is sleeping.

    • Safety and hazards

      Rule 1000.1001.5 Safety straps shall be used at all times in high chairs or any other seats designed to be used with straps.

    • 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.

    • TransportationSerious deficiency

      Rule 1300.1301.14.*2 Any vehicles designed or used to transport more than seven (7) passengers and one (1) driver must have approved child safety alarm devices installed. These devices must be properly maintained in working order at all times. Vehicles in service at licensed facilities prior to July 1, 2005, shall have the alarm installed by a qualified technician or mechanic no later than December 31, 2005. On or after July 1, 2005, all vehicles at newly licensed facilities and newly acquired vehicles at existing facilities shall have a child safety alarm installed before placing the vehicle in service. The Child Care Licensing Unit shall maintain a list of approved alarm systems. Clarification – * The alarm system shall be installed so that the driver must walk to the very back of the vehicle to reach the switch that deactivates the alarm. Alarm switches installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable. * The alarm system may be installed by any certified technician or mechanic employed by a recognized electronics or automotive business in accordance with the device manufacturer’s recommendations. * The time delay from activation of the alarm until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one (1) minute. Any of the following three (3) options are acceptable to meet the intent of Act 1979 when children are being delivered at the facility. Other options must be approved by the Licensing Unit.

    • TransportationSerious deficiency

      Rule 1300.1301.11 Rosters listing the date, the names, and the ages or dates, of birth of all children being transported as well as the name of the driver and any other staff member on the vehicle shall be maintained. These rosters shall be used to check children on and off the vehicle when they are picked up and dropped off at home, school, etc. and when they arrive at and leave the facility. Transportation rosters shall be kept by the facility and available for review for one (1) year.

  6. Jul 24, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  7. Jul 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Apr 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Apr 1, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      Rule 300.303.6 Staff shall not engage in behavior that could be viewed as sexual, dangerous, exploitative, or physically harmful to children. A caregiver shall not use profanity or speak in an abusive manner when children are present.

  10. Feb 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 6 earlier visits
  1. Jan 3, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  2. Oct 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 13, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      Rule 600.601.3.b The facility shall maintain daily attendance records on all children as follows:

    • Records and paperwork

      Rule 600.601.3.a The facility shall maintain daily attendance records on all children as follows:

  4. Aug 13, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      Rule 600.601.3.b The facility shall maintain daily attendance records on all children as follows:

    • Records and paperwork

      Rule 600.601.3.a The facility shall maintain daily attendance records on all children as follows:

  5. Apr 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Nov 8, 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 Jack and Jill Childcare

Is Jack and Jill Childcare licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed October 1, 1994.

When was Jack and Jill Childcare last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 13, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Jack and Jill Childcare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 6 of 16 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 Jack and Jill Childcare care for?

15, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Jack and Jill Childcare accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Jack and Jill Childcare's hours?

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

How much does Jack and Jill Childcare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 646-4633 to ask.

What is Jack and Jill Childcare's phone number?

(479) 646-4633.

Where is Jack and Jill Childcare?

2905 Briar Cliff Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72908. The nearest other daycare we list is Cavanaugh Childrens Center, 0.1 miles away.

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