Children at daycare

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Mena, AR

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Mena. Average rating: 4.47/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Mena, Arkansas at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.47/5
Parent reviews
8
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Mena offers 5 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.47/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 71953 zip code, averaging 4.47 stars across 7 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Mena

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Mena, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.47avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Mena zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
719537
4.47
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Mena (65–131 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mena based on parent reviews

Jumpstart Daycare/Polk County Developmentalcenter

4.7(4)

1314 Amsterdam, Mena, AR

Reviewers highlight the center's supportive environment for individuals with special needs, noting visible personal growth and a dedicated staff. One parent specifically praises the quality of the teachers, while others mention the availability of deals.

Specialized care for special needsvisible student growthdedicated teachers

Sunshine House Daycare INC.

5(2)

1400 Reeves Ave, Mena, AR

Grace Place Academy

3.7(1)

300 Dallas Ave, Mena, AR

One parent reports a highly positive experience with Grace Place Academy, noting that teachers genuinely care for the children and encourage them to reach their potential. The reviewer highlights that their daughter enjoys attending so much that she expresses disappointment on non-school days.

Supportive and loving teachersstrong encouragement for child developmenthigh student enjoyment and engagement

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Daycare types in Mena

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Mena, Arkansas

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Mena, Arkansas, making up 71% of the 7 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Mena have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.47 stars. Our analysis covers 8 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Mena, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Mena

Showing 5 results

Sunshine House Daycare INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1400 Reeves Ave, Mena, AR
Phone
(479) 394-4293
Jumpstart Daycare/Polk County Developmentalcenter
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Reviewers highlight the center's supportive environment for individuals with special needs, noting visible personal growth and a dedicated staff. One parent specifically praises the quality of the teachers, while others mention the availability of deals.

Specialized care for special needsvisible student growthdedicated teachers
Address
1314 Amsterdam, Mena, AR
Phone
(479) 394-7572
Grace Place Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent reports a highly positive experience with Grace Place Academy, noting that teachers genuinely care for the children and encourage them to reach their potential. The reviewer highlights that their daughter enjoys attending so much that she expresses disappointment on non-school days.

Supportive and loving teachersstrong encouragement for child developmenthigh student enjoyment and engagement
Address
300 Dallas Ave, Mena, AR
Phone
(479) 394-2697
Acorn Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
143 Polk 96, Mena, AR
Phone
(479) 394-2348
Save The Children Head Start Mena
Child Daycare & Preschools

One parent reports extremely rude staff and expresses satisfaction that their children do not attend this facility.

Address
606 Pine Ave, Mena, AR
Phone
(479) 437-3733

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Mena, Arkansas, out of 7 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Mena have an average Google rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Mena, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Arkansas's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Arkansas)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Mena offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Arkansas typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Mena for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mena must be licensed by Arkansas's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.