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Keystone Montessori School

12138 Sheep Farm Rd, Ratcliff, AR 72951
licensed capacity
50
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2003
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About Keystone Montessori School

Keystone Montessori School is a licensed child care center in Ratcliff, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since April 16, 2003, for up to 50 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMontessoriSchool-age

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

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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Licensed capacity
50 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity50 childrenFrom the state license
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State record

Inspection reports for Keystone Montessori School

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
50 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2003
License number
#21462
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Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 13, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 9 visits · 6 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Background checks 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. Mar 13, 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.

    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule 300.303.4 All staff members who work directly with children shall obtain at least fifteen (15) hours of training each year in continuing Early Childhood Education. This training shall be registered with the Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education (DCCECE) Professional Development Registry, Department of Education, or Department of Higher Education approved and shall be geared toward the age group they spend the majority of their time with.

  2. Dec 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Mar 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jul 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule 1100.1101.17 Garbage and soiled diapers shall be kept in closed containers. Garbage and trash shall be removed from the center daily and from the grounds at least once a week.

  7. Apr 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Apr 4, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule 300.303.4 All staff members who work directly with children shall obtain at least fifteen (15) hours of training each year in continuing Early Childhood Education. This training shall be registered with the Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education (DCCECE) Professional Development Registry, Department of Education, or Department of Higher Education approved and shall be geared toward the age group they spend the majority of their time with.

    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.4 Infants and toddlers shall not be mixed with preschool children, except as listed in the following requirement.

    • 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.

  9. Nov 21, 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 Keystone Montessori School

Is Keystone Montessori School licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed April 16, 2003.

When was Keystone Montessori School last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on March 13, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Keystone Montessori School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 3 of 9 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 Keystone Montessori School care for?

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

Does Keystone Montessori School accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Keystone Montessori School's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Keystone Montessori School cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 438-9017 to ask.

What is Keystone Montessori School's phone number?

(479) 438-9017.

Where is Keystone Montessori School?

12138 Sheep Farm Rd, Ratcliff, AR 72951. The nearest other daycare we list is Loving Hands Daycare, 3.3 miles away.

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