Childrens Paradise
4400 Kelley Hwy, Fort Smith, AR
3.6· 11 reviews
Union Christian Academy- Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 88
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 2012
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About Union Christian Academy- Childcare
Union Christian Academy- Childcare is a licensed child care center in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since July 3, 2012, for up to 88 children, serving preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 88 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 88 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Union Christian Academy- Childcare has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Union Christian Academy- Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 88 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- First licensed
- 2012
- License number
- #28323
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 6, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 11 visits · 4 rules in all
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Transportation 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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Jul 6, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Rule 1300.1301.3.c Staff transporting children shall meet the following requirements:
- Jan 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 14, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
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.
Oct 2, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
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.
- Jun 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 6, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
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.
- Oct 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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- Nov 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Union Christian Academy- Childcare
Is Union Christian Academy- Childcare licensed?
Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed July 3, 2012.
When was Union Christian Academy- Childcare last inspected?
The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 6, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Union Christian Academy- Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 4 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 Union Christian Academy- Childcare care for?
88, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Union Christian Academy- Childcare accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Union Christian Academy- Childcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Union Christian Academy- Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (479) 783-7327 to ask.
What is Union Christian Academy- Childcare's phone number?
(479) 783-7327.
Where is Union Christian Academy- Childcare?
4201 Windsor Dr, Fort Smith, AR 72904. The nearest other daycare we list is Childrens Paradise, 0.3 miles away.