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Best Before or After School Daycare in Russellville, AR

Compare 4 before or after school daycare in Russellville. Average rating: 4.14/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Russellville, Arkansas at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.14/5
Parent reviews
62
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Russellville has 4 licensed before or after school daycare with 62 parent reviews averaging 4.14/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 42% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 72801 with 22 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Russellville

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.

  1. 1
    Friendship Pediatric Services
    4.42 score
    4.6(12)

    1301 Russell Rd, Russellville, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 232 children

    Friendship Pediatric Services in Russellville receives consistently positive feedback from parents. The facility is praised for exceptional staff dedication, quality therapy services, and daycare programs, with many parents reporting their children thrive there. The center also accepts AR Kids insurance for both therapy and daycare services.

    Caring and dedicated staffexceptional therapistsquality therapy programssafe transportation
  2. 2
    The Garden Daycare
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    400 E C St, Russellville, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 51 children

    Parents consistently praise His Kids Daycare for exceptional care, safety, and a nurturing Christian environment. Staff members are described as loving, attentive, and genuinely invested in each child's development and well-being. Multiple reviewers highlight strong communication, clean facilities, and a curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten while teaching biblical principles.

    Caring and patient staffwarm and welcoming environmentexcellent parent communicationclean and safe facility
  3. 3
    Noahs Ark Learning Center
    3.47 score
    3.2(10)

    124 E G St, Russellville, AR · Church Daycare · Capacity: 237 children

    Noah's Ark Learning Center receives polarized reviews with strong praise from satisfied families and serious concerns from others. Positive reviews highlight caring staff, Christian values, cleanliness, and academic curriculum. However, negative reviews raise concerns about emergency protocols, safety monitoring, discriminatory treatment, and dismissal of children perceived as behavioral challenges.

    caring and accountable staffChristian-based environment with Bible

Rating Distribution

Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Russellville

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
5
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.14avg rating
16 daycares · 9 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
4 daycares

Church Daycare

4.1avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

4.2avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Russellville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7280122
4.14
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Russellville (16–237 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

11

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

5

Map

Daycare types in Russellville

Child Daycare & Preschools 16Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 3Before or After School Daycare 4

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Before or After School Daycare in Russellville, Arkansas

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Russellville, Arkansas, making up 16% of the 25 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 Russellville have an average rating of 4.14 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 42% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.2 stars. Our analysis covers 62 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Russellville

Showing 4 results

Oakland-Rsd Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1501 S Detroit, Russellville, AR
Phone
(479) 498-2617
Crawford - Rsd Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1116 Parker Rd, Russellville, AR
Phone
(479) 967-6025
Sequoyah - Rsd Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1601 W 12th St, Russellville, AR
Phone
(479) 967-6025
Center Valley-Rsd Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5401 Sr 124, Russellville, AR
Phone
(479) 968-4540

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school daycares in Russellville, Arkansas, out of 25 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 Russellville have an average Google rating of 4.14 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities. About 42% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Russellville, 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
Russellville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 16 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Russellville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Russellville 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.