The Kids' Place
109 Nancy Evans Way, Walla Walla, WA
The Ark
- licensed capacity
- 120
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $208
- year first licensed
- 1993
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About
About The Ark
The Ark is a licensed child care center in Walla Walla, Washington. The state has licensed it since May 10, 1993, for up to 120 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.
Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families publishes its inspection reports on its own website; the link is in the inspections section below.
Preschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 12 months to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian-based; ministry of Blue Mountain Community Church) |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Assistance it accepts | State subsidies |
| Transportation | Transportation (to and from public schools, at no extra cost) |
| Licensed capacity | 120 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Ark has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Walla Walla County has a median price of $208 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$270
Home daycare$198
Toddler
Center$208
Home daycare$200
Preschool
Center$208
Home daycare$200
School age
Center$152
Home daycare$183
State record
Inspection reports for The Ark
Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families 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 child care center
- Capacity
- 120 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- First licensed
- 1993
- License number
- #7102
Inspections
Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
Washington publishes its inspection reports on its own site. Read them there.
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FAQ
Questions about The Ark
Is The Ark licensed?
Yes. Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed May 10, 1993.
Does The Ark have inspection violations?
Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families 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 The Ark care for?
120, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are The Ark's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Ark cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (509) 529-4000 to ask.
What is The Ark's phone number?
(509) 529-4000.
Where is The Ark?
928 Sturm Ave, Walla Walla, WA 99362. The nearest other daycare we list is Camp Fire USA-Berney, 0.4 miles away.