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Milestones Learning Academy

1001 Towson Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72901
licensed capacity
90
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2018
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About Milestones Learning Academy

Milestones Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since December 12, 2018, for up to 90 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 7:15 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 7:15 PM

Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
90 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:15 AM to 7:15 PM
Tuesday6:15 AM to 7:15 PM
Wednesday6:15 AM to 7:15 PM
Thursday6:15 AM to 7:15 PM
Friday6:15 AM to 7:15 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity90 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Milestones Learning Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Milestones Learning Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
90 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
2018
License number
#30816
See the state's record

Summary

15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 15, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 7 of 15 visits · 6 rules in all

  • Discipline and child guidance 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Background checks 1
  • Safety and hazards 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. Jun 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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.

  2. Dec 11, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • 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. Dec 11, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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.

  4. Oct 20, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  5. Aug 14, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  6. Aug 6, 2025Inspection1 rule 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.

  7. Apr 24, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule 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:

  8. Jan 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Oct 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Jun 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 5 earlier visits
  1. Mar 1, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  2. Feb 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jan 31, 2024Complaint 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:

    • 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:

  4. Jan 31, 2024Inspection2 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:

    • 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:

  5. Nov 14, 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 Milestones Learning Academy

Is Milestones Learning Academy licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed December 12, 2018.

When was Milestones Learning Academy last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on June 15, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Milestones Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 7 of 15 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 Milestones Learning Academy care for?

90, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

Does Milestones Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Milestones Learning Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 7:15 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Milestones Learning Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 414-3273 to ask.

What is Milestones Learning Academy's phone number?

(479) 414-3273.

Where is Milestones Learning Academy?

1001 Towson Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72901. The nearest other daycare we list is Hollyhock Montessori School, 0.4 miles away.

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