How do I choose the right daycare in Mountain Home?

When choosing a daycare in Mountain Home, 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

What types of daycare are available in Mountain Home?

Mountain Home offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities Headstart Programs — 4 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Mountain Home, Arkansas (14 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Arkansas?

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 Mountain Home for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mountain Home

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

Small World Preschool

4.31 score

4.5(8)

609 Gentry Street, Mountain Home, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 186 children

Small World Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, child development, and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and thriving academically and socially. One reviewer expressed concerns about cleanliness and staffing levels.

caring and loving staffstrong child development and learningsafe environmentfamily-like treatment

Celebration" First Baptist Church

4.24 score

4.3(19)

400 Club Boulevard, Mountain Home, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 275 children

Celebration First Baptist Church in Mountain Home receives consistently positive feedback, with reviewers praising the church community, spiritual leadership, and family-oriented programming. Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere, quality of biblical teaching, and various activities for children including sports and youth programs.

friendly congregationbiblical preachingyouth activitieschildren's programs (basketball

Kidspiration Pediatric Therapy Services

3.53 score

3.2(7)

1310 Bradley Drive, Mountain Home, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children

Kidspiration Pediatric Therapy Services in Mountain Home has received highly polarized reviews. While some parents praise the facility's therapy quality, therapists, and communication, multiple parents report serious safety concerns including unexplained bruises, scratches, and injuries on their children, particularly those who are nonverbal or autistic, with complaints that management has been unresponsive to these incidents.

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Mountain Home, Arkansas

There are 14 child daycare & preschools in Mountain Home, Arkansas, making up 74% of the 19 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 14 child daycare & preschools daycares in Mountain Home, Arkansas, out of 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Mountain Home, 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

Mountain Home offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities
Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Mountain Home for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Mountain Home 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.

14 Child Daycare & Preschools in Mountain Home, Arkansas

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mountain Home

Top Rated

Creative Academy

Small World Preschool

Celebration" First Baptist Church

Bright Start Learning Center

Precious Garden

Mountain Home Public School

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