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Living Word Kids Academy

5601 Southwest Dr, Jonesboro, AR 724045.0· 4 reviews
licensed capacity
130
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2018
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About Living Word Kids Academy

Living Word Kids Academy is a licensed child care center in Jonesboro, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since November 28, 2018, for up to 130 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 23 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-age

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
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
130 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity130 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Living Word Kids Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Living Word Kids Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
130 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2018
License number
#30798
See the state's record

Summary

23 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 16, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 8 of 23 visits · 10 rules in all

  • Discipline and child guidance 3
  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Records and paperwork 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 16, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceSerious deficiency

      Rule 500.501.5.n The following activities or threats of such activities are unacceptable as behavior guidance measures and shall not be used for children. These include, but are not limited to the following:

    • Discipline and child guidanceSerious deficiency

      Rule 500.501.5.l The following activities or threats of such activities are unacceptable as behavior guidance measures and shall not be used for children. These include, but are not limited to the following:

  2. Jul 16, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceSerious deficiency

      Rule 500.501.5.n The following activities or threats of such activities are unacceptable as behavior guidance measures and shall not be used for children. These include, but are not limited to the following:

    • Discipline and child guidanceSerious deficiency

      Rule 500.501.5.l The following activities or threats of such activities are unacceptable as behavior guidance measures and shall not be used for children. These include, but are not limited to the following:

  3. Feb 11, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • 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.

  4. Feb 4, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  5. Feb 4, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  6. Jan 22, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule 300.306.3 All new staff members who provide direct care to children shall receive a basic orientation on facility management policies, The Minimum Licensing Requirements, center schedules, and emergency procedures prior to providing care. This shall be documented in the employee file.

    • 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.

  7. Jan 22, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule 300.306.3 All new staff members who provide direct care to children shall receive a basic orientation on facility management policies, The Minimum Licensing Requirements, center schedules, and emergency procedures prior to providing care. This shall be documented in the employee file.

    • 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.

  8. Jan 13, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  9. Jan 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Dec 30, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceSerious deficiency

      Rule 500.501.5.h The following activities or threats of such activities are unacceptable as behavior guidance measures and shall not be used for children. These include, but are not limited to the following:

    • Records and paperwork

      Rule 600.604.1.i The child care facility shall maintain a record for each child in care which shall be on site. Records for children no longer enrolled may be maintained off site. Children’s records shall contain the following information:

Show 13 earlier visits
  1. Dec 29, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  2. Oct 13, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  3. Sep 23, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  4. Sep 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Aug 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Aug 14, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.2.b The following staff child ratios shall be maintained: Ages of Children Number of Staff Number of Children

    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.2.c The following staff child ratios shall be maintained: Ages of Children Number of Staff Number of Children

  7. Aug 14, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.2.b The following staff child ratios shall be maintained: Ages of Children Number of Staff Number of Children

    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.2.c The following staff child ratios shall be maintained: Ages of Children Number of Staff Number of Children

  8. Jul 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Apr 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Oct 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  11. May 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Feb 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  13. Dec 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 Living Word Kids Academy

Is Living Word Kids Academy licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed November 28, 2018.

When was Living Word Kids Academy last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 16, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 23 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Living Word Kids Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 8 of 23 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 Living Word Kids Academy care for?

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

Does Living Word Kids Academy accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Living Word Kids Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Living Word Kids Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (870) 932-0951 to ask.

What is Living Word Kids Academy's phone number?

(870) 932-0951.

Where is Living Word Kids Academy?

5601 Southwest Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72404. The nearest other daycare we list is Leaps N Bounds, 0.2 miles away.

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