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Open Arms Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 236
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $235
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About
About Open Arms Child Development Center
Open Arms Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Fairbanks, Alaska. It is licensed by the state, for up to 236 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care and infant care. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $235 to $1,500.
Alaska Department of Health, Child Care Program Office publishes its inspection reports on its own website; the link is in the inspections section below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accreditedPosts tuition
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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 236 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christ-centered; weekly pastoral visits from Zion Lutheran) |
| Staff | Trained educators |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Secure keypad entry system at all entrances |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (optional transportation with before- and after-school care) |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| More | Founded 2000 |
| Licensed capacity | 236 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Open Arms Child Development Center lists monthly tuition from $235 to $1,500. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Fairbanks North Star Borough has a median price of $395 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 3 – 5 yrs Preschool (2025-26 monthly rate) | $1,035 |
| 6 weeks – 12 mo Infant (2025-26 monthly rate) | $1,500 |
| 12 – 18 mo Wobbler / Mobile Infant (2025-26 monthly rate) | $1,350 |
| 18 mo – 3 yrs Toddler (2025-26 monthly rate) | $1,260 |
| Before School Only (7:00 AM – 9:15 AM), No Transportation | $235 |
| Before School Only (7:00 AM – 9:15 AM), With Transportation | $295 |
| Registration (2025-26 rates list) | $25 |
| Non-refundable annual registration fee, $70/child | $70 |
| Non-refundable annual registration fee, $130/family | $130 |
| Drop-in fee, full non-school day (currently enrolled) | $35 a day |
6 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$395
Home daycare$316
Toddler
Center$286
Home daycare$235
Preschool
Center$265
Home daycare$215
School age
Center$162
Home daycare$163
State record
Inspection reports for Open Arms Child Development Center
Alaska Department of Health, Child Care Program Office publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- Capacity
- 236 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #000002
Inspections
Alaska Department of Health, Child Care Program Office publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
Alaska publishes its inspection reports on its own site. Read them there.
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FAQ
Questions about Open Arms Child Development Center
Is Open Arms Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. Alaska Department of Health, Child Care Program Office lists it as licensed and operating.
Does Open Arms Child Development Center have inspection violations?
Alaska Department of Health, Child Care Program Office publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
How many children can Open Arms Child Development Center care for?
236, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Open Arms Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Open Arms Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Open Arms Child Development Center cost?
Monthly tuition from $235 to $1,500, as it lists it.
What is Open Arms Child Development Center's phone number?
(907) 455-9466.
Where is Open Arms Child Development Center?
2980 Davis Road, Fairbanks, AK 99709. The nearest other daycare we list is Eagle's Wings Child Development Center, 0.5 miles away.