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Stepping Stones Private Preschool

401 N 23rd St SUITE 2, Paragould, AR 72450
licensed capacity
42
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2020
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About Stepping Stones Private Preschool

Stepping Stones Private Preschool is a licensed child care center in Paragould, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since October 28, 2020, for up to 42 children, serving infants and toddlers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants and toddlers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants and toddlers
Hours today
6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
42 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants and toddlersFrom the state license
Licensed capacity42 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Stepping Stones Private Preschool has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Stepping Stones Private Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
42 children
Ages
Infants and toddlers
First licensed
2020
License number
#35678
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 10, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 9 visits · 2 rules in all

  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Safe sleep 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 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Dec 16, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  3. Dec 10, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosSerious deficiency

      Rule 300.301.1 A Licensee shall not have more children in care at any one time than the maximum specified on the license.

  4. May 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jan 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Oct 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Oct 21, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

      Rule 1000.1003.7 Bibs, necklaces, and garments with ties or hoods shall be removed from infants prior to rest and naptime to reduce the risk of entanglement and strangulation while the child is sleeping.

  8. Jul 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Mar 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Oct 10, 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 Stepping Stones Private Preschool

Is Stepping Stones Private Preschool licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed October 28, 2020.

When was Stepping Stones Private Preschool last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on February 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Stepping Stones Private Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 9 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 Stepping Stones Private Preschool care for?

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

Does Stepping Stones Private Preschool accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Stepping Stones Private Preschool's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Stepping Stones Private Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (870) 243-1216 to ask.

What is Stepping Stones Private Preschool's phone number?

(870) 243-1216.

Where is Stepping Stones Private Preschool?

401 N 23rd St SUITE 2, Paragould, AR 72450. The nearest other daycare we list is Evergreen Learning Center, 0.3 miles away.

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