Excellence Plus Academy
1 Otter Creek Court Little Rock, Little Rock, AR
Kare A Lot Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 51
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 2017
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About
About Kare A Lot Learning Academy
Kare A Lot Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Little Rock, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since February 17, 2017, for up to 51 children, serving infants and toddlers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 31 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 12 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants and toddlers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants and toddlers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 51 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants and toddlersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 51 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kare A Lot Learning Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Kare A Lot Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 51 children
- Ages
- Infants and toddlers
- First licensed
- 2017
- License number
- #30358
Summary
31 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 10, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 13 of 31 visits · 24 rules in all
- Background checks 7
- Safety and hazards 4
- Food and nutrition 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Other rules 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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Jun 10, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Rule 100.107.1.c Act 245 of 1983 defines those facilities that may apply for an exemption from obtaining of license to operate a child care facility and the process through which such exemption may be granted. The facility must be operated by a church or group of churches and be exempt from the State Income Tax levied by Act 118 of 1929, as amended. The person or persons in charge of such a facility shall submit a written request to the Division for such exemption along with the following:
Rule 100.110.1.a The following persons shall apply to the Identification Bureau of the Arkansas State Police for a nationwide criminal record check, to be conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which shall include a fingerprint check: (The individual is responsible for the cost of a nationwide check. Each request must be accompanied by a check or money order made out to the Arkansas State Police.) Fingerprints submitted will be used to check the criminal history records of the FBI. Individuals with results showing a prohibited offense shall be advised to contact the Licensing Unit for procedures to obtain the results and for procedures to update or make corrections to the record of their individual history.
May 5, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
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.
Rule 300.306.5.a The Director, Assistant Director or Site Supervisor, and fifty percent (50%) of the facility staff that are on site at any given time shall have a certificate of successful completion of first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) from an approved organization. If the facility serves infants and toddlers, this training shall include infant and child CPR. (Infant and child CPR may be included in the basic course or in a separate course.)
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.
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.
Rule 800.801.10 Floor furnaces, gas heaters, electric heaters, hot radiators, water heaters, air conditioners, and electric fans shall have guards and shall not present a safety hazard. Portable fuel fired heaters shall not be used.
Rule 700.702.2 Feedings for all children up to twelve (12) months of age shall be documented by the caregiver and available for review by the parent. This documentation shall continue for all children older than twelve (12) months of age who are still being given bottles.
- Nov 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Rule 300.301.2.a The following staff child ratios shall be maintained: Ages of Children Number of Staff Number of Children
- Apr 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 28, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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.
- Jan 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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Dec 16, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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.
Rule 300.301.2.b The following staff child ratios shall be maintained: Ages of Children Number of Staff Number of Children
- Dec 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Rule 700.702.10 Bottles and “sippy cups” shall be labeled with the child’s name and shall be refrigerated.
Nov 21, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Rule 800.801.4 All space used by a center shall be kept clean and free of hazardous or potentially hazardous objects. (These objects include, but are not limited to, poisonous substances, firearms, explosives, broken toys or equipment, or other objects that could be harmful or dangerous, if they are determined to be accessible to children.)
Rule 1100.1105.1 There shall be one (1) toilet and one (1) sink available for each group of fifteen (15) children.
Nov 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Rule 800.801.4 All space used by a center shall be kept clean and free of hazardous or potentially hazardous objects. (These objects include, but are not limited to, poisonous substances, firearms, explosives, broken toys or equipment, or other objects that could be harmful or dangerous, if they are determined to be accessible to children.)
Rule 1100.1105.1 There shall be one (1) toilet and one (1) sink available for each group of fifteen (15) children.
- Nov 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 15, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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.
Oct 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Rule 100.110.1.b The following persons shall apply to the Identification Bureau of the Arkansas State Police for a nationwide criminal record check, to be conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which shall include a fingerprint check: (The individual is responsible for the cost of a nationwide check. Each request must be accompanied by a check or money order made out to the Arkansas State Police.) Fingerprints submitted will be used to check the criminal history records of the FBI. Individuals with results showing a prohibited offense shall be advised to contact the Licensing Unit for procedures to obtain the results and for procedures to update or make corrections to the record of their individual history.
- Oct 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 29, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Rule 1100.1107.1 A hand washing sink shall be available for the staff within the diaper change areas.
Rule 700.702.9 Bottles shall not be propped. Infants under six (6) months of age shall be held while being bottle-fed.
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.
- Aug 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 16, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Rule 900.902.1 The area shall be free of hazards or potentially hazardous objects.
May 23, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Rule 600.602.1.g Facility Records shall be maintained on site and include:
Rule 100.110.1.b The following persons shall apply to the Identification Bureau of the Arkansas State Police for a nationwide criminal record check, to be conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which shall include a fingerprint check: (The individual is responsible for the cost of a nationwide check. Each request must be accompanied by a check or money order made out to the Arkansas State Police.) Fingerprints submitted will be used to check the criminal history records of the FBI. Individuals with results showing a prohibited offense shall be advised to contact the Licensing Unit for procedures to obtain the results and for procedures to update or make corrections to the record of their individual history.
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.
- Apr 4, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Kare A Lot Learning Academy
Is Kare A Lot Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed February 17, 2017.
When was Kare A Lot Learning Academy last inspected?
The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on June 10, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 31 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kare A Lot Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 13 of 31 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 Kare A Lot Learning Academy care for?
51, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants and toddlers.
Does Kare A Lot Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kare A Lot Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kare A Lot Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (501) 712-4203 to ask.
What is Kare A Lot Learning Academy's phone number?
(501) 712-4203.
Where is Kare A Lot Learning Academy?
6 Otter Creek Ct, Little Rock, AR 72210. The nearest other daycare we list is Excellence Plus Academy, under 0.1 miles away.