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St. Joseph Preschool

25 S Spruce, Paris, AR 72855
licensed capacity
129
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
1996
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About St. Joseph Preschool

St. Joseph Preschool is a licensed child care center in Paris, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since July 1, 1996, for up to 129 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

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

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 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
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
129 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 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 capacity129 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

St. Joseph Preschool has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for St. Joseph Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
129 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
1996
License number
#8497
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 2, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 2 rules in all

  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Other rules 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. Feb 2, 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.

  2. Feb 2, 2026Inspection1 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.

  3. Dec 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Feb 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      Rule 100.103.1.g Application - An application shall be obtained from the Child Care Licensing Unit. The completed application packet shall be submitted to the Child Care Licensing Unit for review and approval. A completed application packet shall consist of:

  6. Apr 12, 2024InspectionNo 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 St. Joseph Preschool

Is St. Joseph Preschool licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed July 1, 1996.

When was St. Joseph Preschool last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on February 2, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has St. Joseph Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 3 of 6 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 St. Joseph Preschool care for?

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

Does St. Joseph Preschool accept child care subsidies?

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

What are St. Joseph Preschool's hours?

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

How much does St. Joseph Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 963-2119 to ask.

What is St. Joseph Preschool's phone number?

(479) 963-2119.

Where is St. Joseph Preschool?

25 S Spruce, Paris, AR 72855. The nearest other daycare we list is Paris Early Headstart, 0.2 miles away.

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