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Learn & Play Enrichment Academy

3102 E Grand Ave, Hot Springs, AR 719015.0· 2 reviews
licensed capacity
507
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2017
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About Learn & Play Enrichment Academy

Learn & Play Enrichment Academy is a licensed child care center in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since November 7, 2017, for up to 507 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with full-time care, infant care and preschool. It says it provides meals.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageFaith-basedMeals providedCameras for parentsSecure entryOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks – 5 years of age
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
507 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks – 5 years of age
ProgramsFull-time care, infant care and preschool
ApproachFaith-based
CurriculumMother Goose Time
StaffWell trained, many with 40+ hours of training per year
Daily lifeUSDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Parents pack food
SafetyCode to enter locked facility; fingerprint check-in/out, Cameras / live video for parents (security cameras in all classrooms, monitored regularly)
Parent updatesParent app (ProCare, ProCare Engage)
Licensed capacity507 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Learn & Play Enrichment Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Learn & Play Enrichment Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
507 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2017
License number
#30618
See the state's record

Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 14, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 12 visits · 4 rules in all

  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Background checks 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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  1. Jul 14, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  2. Jul 6, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  3. May 8, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  4. Mar 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jun 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Mar 18, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.13 Group size shall be limited to two (2) times the number of children allowed with one (1) staff member. This does not apply to periodic or special group activities. (Existing structures licensed prior to November 1, 2002 are exempt from this requirement. However, any expansions, additions, or any newly licensed structures effective November 1, 2002 shall be in compliance.)

  7. Jan 21, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  8. Oct 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Aug 9, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  10. Jul 8, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceSerious deficiency

      Rule 500.501.1.c Behavior guidance shall be:

Show 3 earlier visits
  1. Jun 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Mar 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Other rules

      Rule 100.103.1.i Application - An application shall be obtained from the Child Care Licensing Unit. The completed application packet shall be submitted to the Child Care Licensing Unit for review and approval. A completed application packet shall consist of:

    • 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.

  3. Oct 19, 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 Learn & Play Enrichment Academy

Is Learn & Play Enrichment Academy licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed November 7, 2017.

When was Learn & Play Enrichment Academy last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 14, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Learn & Play Enrichment Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 12 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 Learn & Play Enrichment Academy care for?

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

Does Learn & Play Enrichment Academy accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Learn & Play Enrichment 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 Learn & Play Enrichment Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (501) 262-4223 to ask.

What is Learn & Play Enrichment Academy's phone number?

(501) 262-4223.

Where is Learn & Play Enrichment Academy?

3102 E Grand Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901. The nearest other daycare we list is Terry Lynns FHDC, 1.6 miles away.

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