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Mustard Seed Children’s Academy

1400 E Central Ave, Bentonville, AR 727124.2· 91 reviews
licensed capacity
144
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2015
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About Mustard Seed Children’s Academy

Mustard Seed Children’s Academy is a licensed child care center in Bentonville, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since February 27, 2015, for up to 144 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 19 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidy

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
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
144 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “7:00am - 6:00pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based (Christian)
CurriculumKids of Integrity
StaffTwo or four-year degrees in ECE, Child Development Associates, Technical Degree in Early Childhood or related fields
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity144 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Mustard Seed Children’s Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Mustard Seed Children’s Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
144 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
2015
License number
#29528
See the state's record

Summary

19 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 17, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 6 of 19 visits · 8 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • 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. Apr 17, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      Rule 400.401.16.a The use of television, Digital Versatile Disc (DVDs), video cassettes, computer or video games, and other screen time activities shall meet the following requirements:

  2. Feb 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 15, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  4. Jul 3, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      Rule 300.301.9 The use of cell phones by staff while supervising children shall be prohibited except in emergency situations.

  5. Jun 13, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  6. May 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Apr 24, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  8. Apr 24, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  9. Mar 26, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  10. Mar 14, 2025Complaint 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.

Show 11 earlier visits
  1. Mar 12, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  2. Jan 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jan 6, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule 1100.1101.3.c The caregiver shall determine if the illness prevents the child from participating comfortably in activities, results in a greater need for care than the child care staff can provide without compromising the health and safety of the other children, or poses a risk of spread of harmful diseases to others. The caregiver shall temporarily exclude the child from child care if the child has:

    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule 1100.1101.3.b The caregiver shall determine if the illness prevents the child from participating comfortably in activities, results in a greater need for care than the child care staff can provide without compromising the health and safety of the other children, or poses a risk of spread of harmful diseases to others. The caregiver shall temporarily exclude the child from child care if the child has:

    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule 1100.1101.2 The parent or legal guardian shall be notified as soon as possible when a child has any symptom that requires exclusion from the facility. The child shall be separated from other children and closely monitored until the parent arrives to pick the child up.

    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule 1100.1101.1 No child or staff shall be admitted who has a contagious or infectious disease.

  4. Jan 6, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule 1100.1101.3.c The caregiver shall determine if the illness prevents the child from participating comfortably in activities, results in a greater need for care than the child care staff can provide without compromising the health and safety of the other children, or poses a risk of spread of harmful diseases to others. The caregiver shall temporarily exclude the child from child care if the child has:

    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule 1100.1101.3.b The caregiver shall determine if the illness prevents the child from participating comfortably in activities, results in a greater need for care than the child care staff can provide without compromising the health and safety of the other children, or poses a risk of spread of harmful diseases to others. The caregiver shall temporarily exclude the child from child care if the child has:

    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule 1100.1101.2 The parent or legal guardian shall be notified as soon as possible when a child has any symptom that requires exclusion from the facility. The child shall be separated from other children and closely monitored until the parent arrives to pick the child up.

    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule 1100.1101.1 No child or staff shall be admitted who has a contagious or infectious disease.

  5. Dec 30, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  6. Nov 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jul 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Mar 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      Rule 100.101.6.b The Licensee shall maintain Child Care Liability Insurance (Act 778 of 2009), and comply with the following requirements, with the following exception: State institutions, political subdivisions, or other entities entitled to immunity from liability under § 21-9-301, are not required to have general liability insurance coverage in order to be licensed. (Act 23 of 2015).

  9. Nov 27, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  10. Oct 30, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  11. Oct 30, 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 Mustard Seed Children’s Academy

Is Mustard Seed Children’s Academy licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed February 27, 2015.

When was Mustard Seed Children’s Academy last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on April 17, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 19 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Mustard Seed Children’s Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 6 of 19 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 Mustard Seed Children’s Academy care for?

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

Does Mustard Seed Children’s Academy accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Mustard Seed Children’s Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Mustard Seed Children’s Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 268-5121 to ask.

What is Mustard Seed Children’s Academy's phone number?

(479) 268-5121.

Where is Mustard Seed Children’s Academy?

1400 E Central Ave, Bentonville, AR 72712. The nearest other daycare we list is Excellent Beginnings at Wildcat Way, 0.2 miles away.

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