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Whitten Elementary Preschool

161 Walnut St, Marianna, AR 72360
licensed capacity
100
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
1997
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About Whitten Elementary Preschool

Whitten Elementary Preschool is a licensed child care center in Marianna, Arkansas. The state has licensed it since June 1, 1997, for up to 100 children, serving preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Ages served: preschoolers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Preschoolers
Hours today
7:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Licensed capacity
100 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 3:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesPreschoolersFrom the state license
Licensed capacity100 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Whitten Elementary Preschool has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Whitten Elementary Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
100 children
Ages
Preschoolers
First licensed
1997
License number
#11660
See the state's record

Summary

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

Rules cited on 1 of 5 visits · 2 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 1
  • 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. Feb 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Dec 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Mar 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Nov 12, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      Rule 900.902.1 The area shall be free of hazards or potentially hazardous objects.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule 900.909.1 There shall be use zones and protective surfacing under and around all equipment that is over eighteen inches (18") in height at the highest accessible point. The highest accessible point is defined as the highest surface on the piece of equipment where children would stand or sit when the equipment is being used as intended. Use zones shall extend a minimum of six feet (6') in all directions (unless otherwise specified) from the perimeter of the equipment. (Playground equipment that is between eighteen inches (18") and twenty-four inches (24") at the highest accessible point and that was installed prior to the enforcement date of this revision is allowable without protective surfacing, as long as it meets all other requirements.)

  5. Feb 9, 2024InspectionNo 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 Whitten Elementary Preschool

Is Whitten Elementary Preschool licensed?

Yes. The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed June 1, 1997.

When was Whitten Elementary Preschool last inspected?

The Arkansas Office of Early Childhood lists the most recent visit on February 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Whitten Elementary Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 1 of 5 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 Whitten Elementary Preschool care for?

100, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.

Does Whitten Elementary Preschool accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Whitten Elementary Preschool's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Whitten Elementary Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (870) 295-7116 to ask.

What is Whitten Elementary Preschool's phone number?

(870) 295-7116.

Where is Whitten Elementary Preschool?

161 Walnut St, Marianna, AR 72360. The nearest other daycare we list is Kids for the Future of Marianna, 0.5 miles away.

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