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574 Cedar St, Waldron, AR
4.0· 3 reviews
Primrose Path Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 59
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 2022
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About Primrose Path Preschool
Primrose Path Preschool is a licensed child care center in Waldron, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since June 15, 2022, for up to 59 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 59 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 59 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Primrose Path Preschool has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Primrose Path Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 59 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- First licensed
- 2022
- License number
- #38266
Summary
20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 3, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 20 visits · 19 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Background checks 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Health, medication and illness 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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Aug 3, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Rule 1200.1201.7.a Fire and tornado drills shall be practiced as follows:
Rule 1200.1201.6 Written procedures and evacuation diagrams for emergency drills shall be posted in each classroom.
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.
Jul 23, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
Rule 1200.1201.7.f Fire and tornado drills shall be practiced as follows:
Rule 1100.1101.12 Medicine shall be kept out of the reach of the children when dispensing and shall be stored in a locked area at all other times.
Rule 900.909.3.a Use zone protective surfacing depths shall be as follows: Minimum compressed loose-fill protective surfacing depths
Rule 600.602.1.l Facility Records shall be maintained on site and include:
Rule 400.401.9 There shall be sufficient lighting during nap time to provide adequate supervision of the children.
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.
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.
May 4, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Rule 900.909.3.c Use zone protective surfacing depths shall be as follows: Minimum compressed loose-fill protective surfacing depths
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.
- Mar 19, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 4, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 27, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Rule 500.502.1 Time-out shall not be used for children under two (2) years of age.
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:
- May 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 30, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Show 10 earlier visits
- Apr 10, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 7, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 22, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 6, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
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:
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.
- Oct 24, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 2, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Jul 16, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Rule 800.801.1 Child care centers shall comply with the Minimum Requirements of the currently adopted Arkansas Fire Prevention Code as administered by local fire department or by the State Fire Marshal, who has final authority. Written verification of annual approval shall be maintained on file. (Note that the State and Local Fire Codes may not allow the use of basements or floors above ground level by children, first grade and younger, unless there is a ground level exit.)
Rule 800.801.1 Child care centers shall comply with the Minimum Requirements of the currently adopted Arkansas Fire Prevention Code as administered by local fire department or by the State Fire Marshal, who has final authority. Written verification of annual approval shall be maintained on file. (Note that the State and Local Fire Codes may not allow the use of basements or floors above ground level by children, first grade and younger, unless there is a ground level exit.)
Jan 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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.
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FAQ
Questions about Primrose Path Preschool
Is Primrose Path Preschool licensed?
Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed June 15, 2022.
When was Primrose Path Preschool last inspected?
The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on August 3, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Primrose Path Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 7 of 20 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 Primrose Path Preschool care for?
59, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Primrose Path Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Primrose Path Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Primrose Path Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 637-6323 to ask.
What is Primrose Path Preschool's phone number?
(479) 637-6323.
Where is Primrose Path Preschool?
715 W 2nd St, Waldron, AR 72958. The nearest other daycare we list is Wee Play-N-Learn Preschool, 0.1 miles away.