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The Nature Academy
- licensed capacity
- 104
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 2024
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About
About The Nature Academy
The Nature Academy is a licensed child care center in Hensley, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since August 9, 2024, for up to 104 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 104 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Connecting with Infants (birth to 18 months); Adventures for Learning (18-36 months) |
| Enrichment | Sports, language, and the arts |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Infants 1:5, toddlers 1:8, 3-year-olds 1:12, 4-year-olds 1:15, and school-age 1:18 |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Arkansas childcare assistance through the state's SRA program |
| Parent updates | Parent app (app updates throughout the day) |
| Licensed capacity | 104 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Nature Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Nature Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 104 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- First licensed
- 2024
- License number
- #00050813
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 11 visits · 2 rules in all
- Discipline and child guidance 2
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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- Mar 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 15, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 19, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 21, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
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:
Rule 500.501.2 Physical punishment shall not be administered to children.
Nov 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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:
Rule 500.501.2 Physical punishment shall not be administered to children.
- Oct 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 26, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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- Jul 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Nature Academy
Is The Nature Academy licensed?
Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 9, 2024.
When was The Nature Academy last inspected?
The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on March 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Nature Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 11 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 Nature Academy care for?
104, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Nature Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Nature Academy'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 The Nature Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (501) 801-8479 to ask.
What is The Nature Academy's phone number?
(501) 801-8479.
Where is The Nature Academy?
5105 West Sawmill Road, Hensley, AR 72206. The nearest other daycare we list is Dawson Co-op ABC/PreK East End Elementary, 0.4 miles away.