NWA Kids Directory July 2025 Back to School Guide

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Discover a school where dynamic discussions fuel critical thinking. With pathways in Fine Arts, Humanities, and Math & Science, our students are at the center of their own education.

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MOM GROUPS

Stay connected to other Mom's and get tips and support. We're stronger together!

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers

Facebook - Central Rogers Mops & MomsNext MOPS is a Christian based organization open to all moms in the

MOMS Club of Bella Vista/Bentonville

momsclubofbvb@yahoo.com Facebook - nwamomsclub momsclubofbvb.blogspot.com

A group of supportive, charitable and engaging stay-at-home mothers from all walks of life who come together and connect “mom friends!”

Fayetteville Momtourage

facebook.com/groups/faymomtourage

Formerly Fayetteville MOPS/Fayetteville MOPS @ The Grove Church A club creating time for face to face interaction for moms in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Their mission is to nurture moms and build a community of mothers!

Crunchy Mamas of NWA

facebook.com/groups/crunchymamasofnwa

A facebook group of loving mothers and researchers who feel it is a priority to share what they learn and how they can empower each other! This community is dedicated to providing insightful, holistic recommendations to moms in the NWA area!

Northwest Arkansas Mothers of Multiples Club

facebook.com/groups/nwamomc/ nwamultiplesclub@gmail.com

A non-profit organization focused on supporting and educating parents, grands, guardians and expecting parents of multiples in Northwest Arkansas.

NWA Moms RUN this town

facebook.com/groups/momsrunthistownnwa/ Needing some #momaccountability? The Moms RUN this town is a running specific facebook group that discusses running and fitness!

Northwest Arkansas Moms Group

facebook.com/groups/77642861673/

A facebook group dedicated to discussing parenting, sharing stories and tips, supporting small businesses and family friendly events happening in NWA.

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Dogwood Canyon

Nature Talk

BENTONVILLE

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 271-3192 www.bentonvillelibrary.org

BELLA VISTA

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 855-1753 www.bvpl.org

FAYETTEVILLE

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 856-7000 www.faylib.org

ROGERS PUBLIC LIBRARY

(479) 621-1152 www.rogerspubliclibrary.org

SPRINGDALE

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 750-8180 www.springdalelibrary.org

Lampe, MO | 1pm - 1:30pm

Stop by this fun and engaging program to get your Dogwood adventure started! This 20-30 minute Nature Center classroom is included with park admission.

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Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Bluey B-I-N-G-O! (Ages 4–8)*

Fayetteville | 2pm - 3pm

Play B-I-N-G-O with Bluey characters!

Look for the July issue of Kid's Directory this week!

Bentonville Public LibraryChildren's Craft Room

Kids in the Kitchen - With the Benton County Expanded Food & Nutrition Ed Program Bentonville | 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Visit website for more. Learn to prepare easy snacks, work safely in the kitchen, and incorporate exercise into your daily life! For kids entering 3rd - 5th grade.

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Dogwood Canyon

Canyon Discovery Tours

Lampe, MO | 9:30am - 11:30am

Discover the canyon like never before with this private educational guided tour! Experience the park’s unique ecosystems with your own personal park interpreter.

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Amazeum

Roar & Explore with Dinosaurs

Bentonville | May 25 - Sept 15

This spectacular 2,500 square foot exhibit invites children to journey back to the age of dinosaurs in an educational and exciting environment. Features seven breathtaking animatronic dinosaurs!

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Rogers Public Library - The Friends of RPL Community Rm Tween Crafting Rogers | 2pm - 4pm

Join Kristin every Sunday from 2pm to 4pm to hang out with other tweens, eat snacks, and make different crafts each week! For ages 10-12.

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Dogwood Canyon

Forging in The Ozarks

Lampe, MO | 11am - 12:30pm

Join us for a mosey around the canyon to learn about wildflowers, edible and medicinal plants, and a bit of local archaeology. Bring binoculars if you have them, as there’s always a possibility to see beautiful songbirds and other Ozarks wildlife!

Fayetteville Public Library - Art & Movement Room

Teen Sewing Workshop (Completed Grades 5–12)* Fayetteville | 2pm - 4pm Learn to use a sewing machine to craft a simple project.

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Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room Baby Bookworms (Ages 0–24 months)

Fayetteville | 10pm - 11am

Join youth services librarians for rhymes, songs, bounces and a book.

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Bentonville Public LibraryMakerspace

TeensCREATE - Watercolor Flowers

Bentonville | 1pm - 2pm

Teens, join us for a beginnerfriendly watercolor workshop.

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Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room Toddler Time (Ages 2–3) Fayetteville | 10:30am - 11am

Sing, read and play every day! Join Youth Services Librarians for puppets, songs and books.

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Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room Baby Bookworms (Ages 0–24 months)

Fayetteville | 10pm - 11am

Join youth services librarians for rhymes, songs, bounces and a book.

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Bentonville Public LibraryMain Street Veranda Free Lunch for Kids Bentonville | 11:30am - 12:30pm Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.

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Bentonville Public LibraryChildren's Craft Room Kids in the Kitchen - With the Benton County Expanded Food & Nutrition Ed Program Bentonville | 1:30pm - 2:30pm When registering, you are committing to attend all 5 classes. Learn to prepare easy snacks, work safely in the kitchen. For kids entering 3rd - 5th grade.

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Fayetteville Public LibraryStarr Foundation Children's Craft Room

End of Summer Drop-in Glow Party (Completed Grades K–4) Fayetteville | 1pm - 3pm Let's glow crazy!

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Fun Holidays to Celebrate this Month!

July 7 – Macaroni Day

July 10 – Teddy Bear Picnic Day

July 18 – Hug Your Kid Day

July 23 – Vanilla Ice Cream Day July 29 – Lasagna Day

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Bentonville Public Library

- Walmart Foundation

Community Room

Creative Writing Club

Bentonville | 1pm - 2pm Teens, join us to grow your creative writing skills and meet new friends!

Fayetteville Public LibrarySchmieding Foundation Teen

Project Room

Vibrant Visions with Amazeum (Completed Grades 6–11)*Storytelling with Zoetropes

Fayetteville | 2pm - 3pm

Step into the magical world of animation!

Fayetteville Public Library -

Walmart Story Time Room

Fun Friday: All About Monkeys (Ages 3–8) - with U of A Department of Anthropology

Fayetteville | 10am - 10:45am

Learn about monkeys with Anthropology Professor Claire Terhune from the U of A.

Bentonville Public LibraryStorytime Room

Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Poe Bentonville | 10am - 11am

Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audiencea dog! All ages welcome.

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Amazeum

Priceless Nights

Bentonville | 4:30pm - 7:30pm

Family time is priceless at the Amazeum on most Wednesdays during Priceless Nights. Thanks to the support of the Willard and Pat Walker Foundation, admission to the museum is pay-as-you-wish.

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Fayetteville Public LibraryEvent Center

Wild for Wednesday: Music with Aaron Fowler

Fayetteville | 1:30pm - 2:30pm Musician, teaching artist, and children's book author will be here with great music

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Baby Bookworms (Ages 0–24 months)

Fayetteville | 10pm - 11am

Join youth services librarians for rhymes, songs, bounces and a book.

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Bentonville Public Library - Walmart Foundation Community Room

Art Workshop: Woven Bookmarks at Bentonville Public Library

Bentonville | 1pm to 2pm Registration required. For kids entering 1st - 6th grade.

Bentonville Public Library - Walmart Foundation Community Room Opera in the Ozarks Presents: The Bremen Town Musicians

Bentonville | 1pm - 2pm

A free ticket is required for each person attending. Experience a re-worked telling of Bremen Town Musicians. All ages welcome!

Rogers Public Library - The Friends of RPL Community Rm Teen Summer Lock In After Hours

Rogers | 6pm - 10pm

Games, food, prizes! Celebrate Summer Reading in this after hours teen lock in. This is for participants of the Teen Summer Library Program. Registration and parent's permission slip required.

Fayetteville Public LibraryEvent Center

Super Saturday: Shiver Me Paint Brush by What-if Puppets

Fayetteville | 10am - 11am

Join First Mate Mâché, a seasick pirate who is an artist at heart, and Captain Colorful, the most pirate-y of all the pirates, on a musical, high seas adventure!

Amazeum

Priceless Nights

Bentonville | 4:30pm - 7:30pm

Family time is priceless at the Amazeum on most Wednesdays during Priceless Nights. Thanks to the support of the Willard and Pat Walker Foundation, admission to the museum is pay-as-you-wish.

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Look for the August issue of Kid's Directory next week!

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room Summer Family Movies: A Minecraft Movie (PG) Fayetteville | 2pm - 4pm Join us for a free movie at the library!

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Rogers Bowling Center School for Advanced Studies

Family Bowling Night

Rogers | 6pm - 8pm

Help SAS STRIKE our enrollment goals! Bring a friend and join us for a free family bowling night.

Botanical Gardens of The Ozarks

Little Sprouts

Fayetteville | 8am - 10am

Little Sprouts is a weekly botanically-themed program for children aged 2 to 5. Each week we read stories, sing songs, and do fun nature crafts & activities.

Fayetteville Public LibraryEvent Center

Super Saturday: Mömandpöp's Musical Makebelieve!

Fayetteville | 10am - 11am

Go on a musical adventure with kids' comedy band, Mömandpöp.

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Downtown Fayetteville Square

Fayetteville Farmers Market

Fayetteville | 7am - 2pm

The Fayetteville Farmers Market is committed to offering fresh, locally grown produce and goods while helping NWA grow into a healthier and greener community.

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Fayetteville Public LibraryEvent Center

Super Saturday: Magician Alan Burdick

Fayetteville | 10am - 11am

Enjoy a magic show with Alan Burdick!

Bob & Becky Alexander | Todd & Melissa

EVERY DAY

BOAR’S NEST BBQ | ROGERS

Kids Ages 12 and under eat free everyday, all day. One free kids meal and drink with purchase of adult entrée.

CATFISH HOLE | FAYETTEVILLE

Kids ages 4 & under eat free with adult purchase. Kid’s meal is a one fish fillet or chicken fillet with fries and fixin’s.

JJ’S GRILL | ALL LOCATIONS

EXCEPT FOR JJ’S ON THE LAKE

Kids 12 and under eat free, one per paid adult. One kids meal per adult meal, drink included.

MONTE NE CHICKEN

MONTE NE

Kids under 5 eat free. Our famous Fried Chicken Meal is $6.95 for kids ages 4-8 and $9.95 for kids ages 9-12.

SUBWAY | ALL LOCATIONS

Take advantage of the Family Takeout Special and get a free footlong when you buy two footlongs. Available on website and mobile app.

WRIGHTS BBQ | BENTONVILLE JOHNSON |

ROGERS

All small kids plates are $2 which includes a sandwich and a side. Big Kid meals are $4.50.

MONDAYS

BIG WHISKEY’S BENTONVILLE

From 5pm to 9pm, kids 12 and under eat free with purchase of adult entree.

BOAR'S NEST | ROGERS

Kids eat free all the time (one kids meal per adult entree).

LAS PALMAS

ROGERS & BENTONVILLE

After 5pm, kids 12 and under get a free kids meal. One per adult purchase.

MARIACHI’S IN NWA MALL

Kids 12 and under eat free. Includes kid drink. Available from 3pm to close, one per paid adult.

MCALISTER'S DELI

One kid’s meal with purchase of adult meal, includes drink. From 4pm to close.

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MOJITOS MODERN

MEXICAN GRILL

K I D ' S E A T F R E E

Kids 12 and under eat free all day. One free kids meal with adult meal purchase.

RON’S CHILI & HAMBURGERS

BENTONVILLE

After 3pm. Kids eat free. One per paid adult meal.

WAGON WHEEL COUNTRY CAFE

SPRINGDALE

Kids eat free after 4pm per adult meal purchase.

TUESDAYS

ARTISAN WOOD FIRED KITCHEN

Free kids Margherita pizza (cheese pizza) one per adult meal purchase when mentioning this ad. 5pm-9pm.

BEEF O’BRADY’S | BENTONVILLE

$3.49 Kids Meals.

GOLDEN CORRAL | ROGERS

All kids meals are $1.99 after 4pm.

LA HUERTA | FAYETTEVILLE & SILOAM SPRINGS

Taco Tuesday: $1 tacos all day.

LOAFIN JOE’S | FAYETTEVILLE & SPRINGDALE

After 4pm, kids 12 and under eat free. One per paid adult.

RED ROBIN | BENTONVILLE

Half off kids meals with adult meal purchase.

RON’S CHILI & HAMBURGERS

BENTONVILLE

After 3pm. Kids eat free. One per paid adult meal.

VILLAGE INN | ALL LOCATIONS

Free kids meal with paid adult entrée.

WEDNESDAYS

NOODLES ITALIAN

Two free kids meals per adult entree purchased. 4pm - close.

RED ROBIN | BENTONVILLE

50% off kid’s meals with adult meal purchase.

RON’S CHILI & HAMBURGERS

BENTONVILLE

After 3pm. Kids eat free. One per paid adult meal.

SASSY’S RED HOUSE

Get one free kids meal with each adult meal purchased.

SMASHBURGER | BENTONVILLE

Grab a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult meal (entrée, side, & drink). Kids 12 & under. Instore only.

THURSDAYS

DAIRY QUEEN | LOWELL

Half price kid meals for kids 12 and under. No adult purchase necessary.

JOSE’S BAR AND GRILL TONTITOWN

Kids eat free 11am to 4pm every Sunday. One free kid’s meal per adult entree.

RON’S CHILI & HAMBURGERS BENTONVILLE

After 3pm. Kids eat free. One per paid adult meal.

ZAXBY’S | FAYETTEVILLE

Up to two kids meals for $1.99 from 5pm to 9pm with adult meal purchase.

adult purchase. Kid’s meal is a one fish fillet or chicken fillet with fries and fixin’s.

JJ’S GRILL | ALL LOCATIONS EXCEPT FOR JJ’S ON THE LAKE

Kids 12 and under eat free, one per paid adult. One kids meal per adult meal, drink included.

SUNDAYS

CATFISH HOLE | FAYETTEVILLE

Kids ages 4 and under eat free with purchase of adult entree.

DICKEY’S BBQ

Free kid’s meal with adult meal purchase. Dine-in only.

JOSE’S BAR AND GRILL TONTITOWN

Kids eat free 11am to 4pm every Sunday. One free kid’s meal per adult entree purchase.

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL ROGERS

One kids meal for children under 12 years old every Sunday with the purchase of an adult entree. Available all day from 11am- 9pm.

SLIM CHICKENS | ALL LOCATIONS

SATURDAYS

CATFISH HOLE | FAYETTEVILLE

Kids ages 4 & under eat free with

Kids eat for $1.99 with purchase on an adult entree.

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ABC HAPPY KIDS LEARNING ACADEMY

301 SE 28th St, Bentonville | (479) 464-8686

1700 W Commerce Dr, Rogers | (479) 202-5691 abchappykids.com

Grades: Infant - Pre K

ABC Happy Kids Learning Academy provides an abundance of opportunities for movement, exploration, and self- discovery according to individual needs, interests, and abilities. We emphasize assisting children achieve independence, self-discipline, social competence, self-knowledge, and the ability to problem solve. Finally, we are committed to helping parents understand the developmental stage of their child, thereby enabling the parents to contribute most effectively to the child’s growth and development.

ARKANSAS ARTS ACADEMY

1110 W Poplar St Ste A Rogers (479) 631-2787 | artsk12.org

Grades: K-6 and 7-12

Arkansas Arts Academy is an open enrollment public charter school offering fine arts education to K-12 students throughout Arkansas. We are a lotterybased, open-enrollment public charter school that focuses on artistic excellence through the integration of exceptional Visual and Performing Arts programming in combination with and high academic standards in all core content areas. Located in Rogers, we are the second oldest and one of the largest charter schools in the state.

ARKANSAS CONNECTIONS ACADEMY

1009 Beau Terre Dr Building O, Bentonville (501) 386-3419 | connectionsacademy.com

Grades: K-12

We believe in the potential of every student. No matter your child’s needs, our caring teachers and high-quality curriculum can put them on the learning path that works for them today while leading them toward a bright tomorrow. Our tuition-free online public school offers students in grades K–12 a safe, engaging environment where they can learn in the way that works best for them. Not only will your child gain the knowledge and confidence they need for assessments like standardized testing, they’ll build the social, emotional and real-world skills they need to meet tomorrow’s challenges.

ARKANSAS VIRTUAL ACADEMY

Arva.k12.com

Grades: K-12

ARVA is a full-time, online, public, charter school in Arkansas.We provide a worldclass K-12 curriculum for our students. Arkansas Virtual Academy will support, guide, and assist families and colleagues in a positive way through teamwork to promote academic growth that leads to high achievement for the entire ARVA community. We use Stride Career Prep, which combines traditional high school courses with industry-relevant, career-focused electives—giving students a jump-start on their college and career goals. We offer course concentrations in six in-demand career fields. Explore the pathways under each field and discover the one that may interest your student!.

BENTONVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

904 N Walton Blvd, Bentonville (479) 616-4880 | bentonvillechristian.org

Grades: Pre K and K-9

Bentonville Christian Academy is an exceptional private Christian school. We pride ourselves on our personal connections, intimate relationships with the students and their families, and low teacher-student ratios that provide ample one-on-one attention. As a school, we know that we have an important role to play in your child’s life. At the same time, we recognize that their family unit has an even more powerful role. We seek to partner with the families to provide each child with the tools they need.

CADENCE ACADEMY

4195 W Persimmon St, Fayetteville (479) 802-4227 | cadence-education.com

Grades: Preschool

Cadence Academy Preschool provides parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. We take a skill-based approach to early education that helps young children develop intellectual, physical, and emotional skill through engaging learning activities and a nurturing setting. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children.

EARLY ADVENTURES CHILDCARE

2703 N 13th St. Roger (479) 324-2779 | happyheartsandhands.com

Grades: Preschool and Pre K

Happy Hearts and Hands is a childcare, preschool, and pre-k learning center in Rogers, Arkansas for infants to 5-year-olds. With individualized attention, a nurturing environment and extracurricular activities, we provide everything your child needs to excel in their early-childhood education.

FAYETTEVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

2006 E Mission Blvd, Fayetteville (479) 442-2565 | fayettevillechristianschool.com

Grades: Preschool and K5-12

For over 40 Fayetteville Christian School has offered sound academic standards and educational principles with Biblical truths. Over the past several years our ACT scores have been well above the Arkansas state averages; and in some categories, our students have doubled the state average. FCS standardized test scores show that our 5th-12th grades average two grade levels above their peers. The mission of Fayetteville Christian School is to provide an affordable Christian education based upon the Bible, enabling our students to develop Christian character, to establish a sound academic foundation for their future, and to promote the Biblical worldview.

FIRST ACADEMY

3364 W Pleasant Grove Rd. Rogers (479) 878-1052 | www.fbcsnwa.org

Preschool-5th grade

Students are encouraged to learn academically as well as spiritually in the following ways: Inquiry, Growth & Achievement, Honor & Service, and Leadership. It is our desire that students understand that they are created by a loving God and made in His image. We were created to be people that think deeply and broadly about life with wholehearted service to God. This should motivate excellence in developing our skills and abilities.

FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY/ NWA CLASSICAL ACADEMY

1302 Melissa Dr Ste #100, Bentonville (479) 715-666 | nwa-classical.responsiveed.com

Grades: K-12

Founders Classical Academy seeks to provide an excellent and distinctive classical education that pursues knowledge, promotes virtue, and prepares students for prosperous lives in a free society. NWA Classical Academy is a tuition-free public charter school endeavoring to provide a well- rounded education that is distinctively classical. We believe that the end (goal) of public education in America is to form responsible citizens and virtuous people who are prepared to flourish.

HAAS HALL

Locations in Fayetteville, Springdale, Bentonville and Rogers (479) 966-4930 | haashall.org Grades: 7-12

Haas Hall Academy is the accelerated, college-preparatory, open-enrollment public charter high school in Northwest Arkansas serving scholars grades 7-12. Our School is a multiple national award-winning model of how a charter school can strengthen communities, inspire innovation and be a catalyst for the renewal of expectations for public education. Haas Hall Academy is the accelerated, rigorous math and science based college-preparatory open-enrollment charter public high school for scholars with high intensity of purpose.

HOPE ACADEMY OF NWA

14100 Vaughn Rd. Bentonville (479) 795-2417 | nwacs.org/hope-academy

Hope Academy is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter school available to children throughout NW Arkansas. OUR goal is to meet the unique needs of each child and our mission is to provide students with a safe, positive, traumacentered academic environment that will nurture their love for learning and confidence in life.

LIFE WAY CHRISTIAN SC

351 W Centerton Blvd. Centerton (479) 795-9322 | lwcsar.com

Grades: Pre K and K-12

Life Way partners with Christian parents in equipping students to embrace biblical truth and impact the culture to the glory of God and we committed to providing excellence in academics. Our mission is to help develop young men and women who live lives that are based on a biblical worldview and who are academically, spiritually, socially, and athletically prepared to serve the Lord in whatever capacity to which He calls them.

LISA ACADEMY

1166 Van Asche Dr., Fayetteville (479) 480-5472 | 310 Holcomb, Springdale (479) 717-6464 | 590 S Horsebarn Rd, Rogers (479) 337-8760

lisaacademy.org | Grades: K-12

LISA Academy of Fayetteville, Springdale, and Rogers are public charter schools serving Grades K-12.The mission of the LISA Academy is to provide an academically rigorous college preparatory program, in the partnership with students families and the community, and the attitude necessary to direct their lives, improve a diverse society and excel in a changing world by providing dynamic rich learning environments. Apply now to be included in our upcoming lottery and visit our website for more information.

LITTLE EINSTEIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL

1110 SE Evergreen St, Bentonville (479) 696-8909 | le-ms.com

Little Einstein Montessori School

Grades: Early Preschool, Junior Preschool, Preschool, and Pre K

Little Einstein Montessori School of Bentonville is dedicated to providing academic excellence in early child schooling using Montessori principles, state, national, and international educational standards.

OZ ACTION ACADEMY

(479) 333-1033 | ozschool.org | Grades: 9-12

Nestled on two park-like acres in the heart of the Ozarks in Rogers, Arkansas, OZ Acton Academy is pioneering a revolutionary approach to education. At OZ we believe in balancing the digital world with the real world. Between these intervals of focused work (Launch, Core Skills time, and Quests) learners have free time to spend outside playing and working on other passion projects.

OZARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY

192 E Henri de Tonti Blvd. Springdale (479) 316-3445 | ozarkcatholic.org

Grades: 9-12

Offering grades 9-12. Ozark Catholic Academy engages students in a rigorous, integrated education that enables them to behold the fullness of reality through both faith and reason and to live the virtues that make one fully human and truly free. OCA is founded upon a thriving faith life, exceptional faculty, and challenging academics. We are forming students to become leaders for today and tomorrow. Our students are challenged to take risks, own their learning, strive to live the virtues, and achieve their personal best. They are confident young learners, prepared to meet the challenges of college and life.

PRISM EDUCATION CENTER

2855 E. Joyce Blvd. Fayetteville (479) 249-6113 | prismnorthamerica.org

Grades: K-12

Prism’s K-12 private school program is divided into four separate sections: Early child development (6 -weeks to 5-years-old), elementary (K-5), middle school (6-8), and high school (9-12). Prism’s academic program and daily schedule reflects this philosophy. Students engage in an intense, rigorous academic program as well as a broad array of extra-curricular and co-curricular activities. Teachers monitor academic progress as well as the development of leadership, character, and work habits.

PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY K-12

4911 W Pleasant Grove Rd, Rogers (479) 263-8861 | providence-academy.com

Grades: K-12

We are a school community seeking to honor God and serve others. By engaging in our Christ-centered program, students develop an appreciation of truth and goodness in the context of a vibrant learning environment. Students learn the importance of knowing and practicing Christian virtues in our everchanging world that desperately needs the Light of Christ. Providence Classical Christian Academy is a K-12th grade, independent, college-preparatory school with a wide variety of student activities.

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SAGER CLASSICAL ACADEMY

525 S Lincoln St Siloam Springs (539) 302-7443 | www.sageracademy.com

Grades: Pre K-12

Sager Classical Academy desires to partner with local families who are seeking to find a place for their children to love the Lord with their minds as well as their hearts and hands, to flourish in a like-minded community, and to rediscover the lost tools of learning.

SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

1707 Johnson Rd. Springdale, (479) 756-1140 | shilohsaints.org

Grades: Preschool-12

Shiloh educates approximately 1,000 students in two locations—Springdale (preschool-12th grade) and a Pinnacle Hills campus in Rogers (preschool-2nd grade). Shiloh’s mission is to “Develop Godly leaders who engage their culture and change it.” From individual classroom attention, to a championship athletic tradition, Shiloh prepares students to reach their full potential in a distinctly Christian environment.

SHILOH MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

SHILOH MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

2871 American St. Springdale (479) 640-1159 | shilohmontessori.com

Grades: Preschool

Shiloh Montessori Preschool serves children from age 6 weeks through 6 years of age. We are a full year Montessori program, we are open 12 months of the year. However, we do close for holidays throughout the school year. We offer a variety of enrollment options to better fit each family’s need for care for their children. Please contact us for further information!

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL

1722 N Starr Dr, Fayetteville (479) 442-4554 | sjfayschool.com

Grades: Pre K-8

At St. Joseph Catholic School, we believe in a well-rounded approach to education that forms the whole child. We strive each day to form our students spiritually, academically, physically, and emotionally within a supportive community. While every school attempts to accomplish some of these aspects of education, We believe St. Joseph is the only school in Fayetteville that fully forms students in all of them!

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL

1315 W Cypress St. Rogers (479) 636-4421 | svdpschool.net

Grades: Pre K-8

SVdP Catholic School provides academic excellence and instills Catholic principles and life-long values through Faith, Knowledge and Service.

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SUNSHINE SCHOOL AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER

3400 N Woods Ln. Rogers (479) 636-3190 | nwasunshineschool.org

Grades: Early Childhood Education

We are a nonprofit agency that provides services to individuals of all ages with special needs. Our purpose is to help each person and family that we work with meet their full potential. We provide high-quality early childhood education for children 12 months through 6 years of age. We provide education to both children who qualify for Early Intervention Day Treatment and those who are “typically” developing. Parent As Teachers is an early learning program for families with children from birth to 5 years of age.

THADEN

800 SE C St. Bentonville (479) 268-5321 | thadenschool.org

Grades: 6-12

Thaden School is a new independent school in Northwest Arkansas that opened in the fall of 2017. The school’s mission is to provide a balanced and challenging education that ignites in its students a passion for discovery and learning; prepares them to succeed in college; and inspires them to lead lives of integrity, purpose and responsible global citizenship.

THE GRACE SCHOOL AT CHILDREN’S ABA

T.E.A.M

2418 East Joyce Blvd. Fayetteville (479) 871-7994 | childrensabateam.com

We are a year-round private school alternative for learners who sometimes fall through the cracks in traditional settings. We serve children and teens from 5-21 years old. TGS utilizes Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to inspire learning. Extensive assessment practices are used to find challenging, accessible, and rewarding learning programs for each student. Teachers take a variety of curriculum materials (aligned with the common core or state standards) and establish measurable observable goals.

THE NEW SCHOOL

2514 N New School Pl. Fayetteville (479) 521-7037 | thenewschool.org

Grades: Early Childhood Education, K - 12

The New School community empowers each student through a well-rounded experience and inspires a love of lifelong learning. A coeducational, independent school serving students from toddler age through high school. At The New School, students are encouraged to pursue excellence in academics, arts and athletics and our goal is to inspire a child's love of learning while promoting their social growth, emotional growth, intellectual development and creativity.

WALNUT FARM MONTESSORI SCHOOL

4208 E Central Ave. Bentonville (479) 271-9424 | www.walnutfarmmontessori.com 2

Walnut Farm welcomes children ages 18 months to 12 years from diverse backgrounds, abilities, religions, races and cultures. In addition to a full Montessori Curriculum, we provide a variety of enrichment programs and activities to our students. Music, Art and Spanish instruction is presented in all classes. Our Elementary students attend performances at local art centers and visit other area businesses and sites of interest throughout the year.

Play to learn

SCIENCE

Quality early childhood educators guide children on their journey to discover science through hands-on activities, experiments and learning through play.

Use our Family Resource Library as your guide to play to learn science with your child. Make playdough or moon sand together, find an experiment or explore the great outdoors. There’s so much to discover!

Click the orange banner on our homepage to find star-rated quality early care and education providers who help children prepare for kindergarten through play and positive learning experiences.

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