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Best Before or After School Daycare in Searcy, AR

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Searcy. Average rating: 4.28/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Searcy, Arkansas at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.28/5
Parent reviews
53
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Searcy has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 53 parent reviews averaging 4.28/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 56% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 72143 with 17 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Searcy

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
    Wylde Wood Day Camp
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    155 Riverside Park Road, Searcy, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 77 children

    Camp Wyldewood is a highly-regarded Christian summer camp in Searcy, Arkansas with perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the safe, nurturing environment, excellent staff-to-camper ratios, and the camp's emphasis on spiritual growth alongside fun activities. Families report strong satisfaction with the experience, with many returning year after year.

    Excellent safety standardscaring and passionate staffstrong spiritual/Christian focus
  2. 2
    Tiny Stars Preschool
    3.95 score
    3.9(5)

    1800 Queensway, Searcy, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    Tiny Stars Preschool receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the positive atmosphere, great coaches, and fun birthday party experiences. However, one parent expressed concerns about strict rule enforcement, an uncomfortable owner demeanor, and feeling rushed at the end of their time slot.

    Positive fun atmospheregreat coacheslarge play areafoam pit and bouncy houses

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Searcy

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
4
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.41avg rating
15 daycares · 8 rated

Church Daycare

3.2avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Searcy zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7214317
4.28
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Searcy (15–292 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

9

Very Large

150+ children

4

Map

Daycare types in Searcy

Child Daycare & Preschools 15Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 1

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Before or After School Daycare in Searcy, Arkansas

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Searcy, Arkansas, making up 6% of the 18 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 Searcy have an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 56% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.41 stars. Our analysis covers 53 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Searcy, 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 Searcy

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Harding Early Learning Ctr
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1529 East Park Avenue, Searcy, AR
Phone
(501) 279-7172

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Searcy, Arkansas, out of 18 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 Searcy have an average Google rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 56% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Searcy, 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
Searcy offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Searcy for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Searcy 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.