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The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool

299 East Lawson Road, Little Rock, AR 722103.4· 5 reviews
licensed capacity
96
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2003

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About The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool

The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool is a licensed child care center in Little Rock, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since October 8, 2003, for up to 96 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

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
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
96 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity96 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
96 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2003
License number
#21949
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Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 5, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 8 visits · 8 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Background checks 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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. May 5, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Background checks

      Rule 100.110.1.b The following persons shall apply to the Identification Bureau of the Arkansas State Police for a nationwide criminal record check, to be conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which shall include a fingerprint check: (The individual is responsible for the cost of a nationwide check. Each request must be accompanied by a check or money order made out to the Arkansas State Police.) Fingerprints submitted will be used to check the criminal history records of the FBI. Individuals with results showing a prohibited offense shall be advised to contact the Licensing Unit for procedures to obtain the results and for procedures to update or make corrections to the record of their individual history.

    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule 300.306.5.b The Director, Assistant Director or Site Supervisor, and fifty percent (50%) of the facility staff that are on site at any given time shall have a certificate of successful completion of first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) from an approved organization. If the facility serves infants and toddlers, this training shall include infant and child CPR. (Infant and child CPR may be included in the basic course or in a separate course.)

  2. Apr 23, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      Rule 100.109.1.a 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.

    • Background checks

      Rule 100.110.1.b The following persons shall apply to the Identification Bureau of the Arkansas State Police for a nationwide criminal record check, to be conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which shall include a fingerprint check: (The individual is responsible for the cost of a nationwide check. Each request must be accompanied by a check or money order made out to the Arkansas State Police.) Fingerprints submitted will be used to check the criminal history records of the FBI. Individuals with results showing a prohibited offense shall be advised to contact the Licensing Unit for procedures to obtain the results and for procedures to update or make corrections to the record of their individual history.

    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule 300.306.5.b The Director, Assistant Director or Site Supervisor, and fifty percent (50%) of the facility staff that are on site at any given time shall have a certificate of successful completion of first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) from an approved organization. If the facility serves infants and toddlers, this training shall include infant and child CPR. (Infant and child CPR may be included in the basic course or in a separate course.)

  3. Jun 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Mar 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule 300.303.4 All staff members who work directly with children shall obtain at least fifteen (15) hours of training each year in continuing Early Childhood Education. This training shall be registered with the Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education (DCCECE) Professional Development Registry, Department of Education, or Department of Higher Education approved and shall be geared toward the age group they spend the majority of their time with.

  5. Oct 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jul 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Apr 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Nov 16, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule 900.909.3.c Use zone protective surfacing depths shall be as follows: Minimum compressed loose-fill protective surfacing depths

    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule 300.306.5.a The Director, Assistant Director or Site Supervisor, and fifty percent (50%) of the facility staff that are on site at any given time shall have a certificate of successful completion of first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) from an approved organization. If the facility serves infants and toddlers, this training shall include infant and child CPR. (Infant and child CPR may be included in the basic course or in a separate course.)

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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Questions about The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool

Is The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed October 8, 2003.

When was The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on May 5, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 8 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 The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool care for?

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

Does The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (501) 794-2376 to ask.

What is The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool's phone number?

(501) 794-2376.

Where is The Growing Tree Early Learning Center Preschool?

299 East Lawson Road, Little Rock, AR 72210. The nearest other daycare we list is Otter Creek Elementary CARE, 3.9 miles away.

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