Business Details
Child Care & Dance Lessons in Des Arc, AR
Sister's Care has been dedicated to nurturing children's growth and fostering a love for dance since 1993. Our team of experienced educators and dance instructors provides a safe, engaging environment for children aged 6 weeks to teenagers across Cabot, Beebe, Ward, and Des Arc, Arkansas. We combine early childhood education with specialized dance and gymnastics training, emphasizing individual attention through small class sizes. With over three decades of community service, we prioritize holistic development through active learning, weekly themed curricula, and competitive dance programs. Our facilities feature dedicated dance studios, playgrounds, and structured before-and-after-school care.We offer military, police, and sibling discounts while maintaining rigorous safety standards. Our staff continually updates their professional training to ensure high-quality instruction in ballet, tap, hip hop, tumbling, and gymnastics. We host annual recitals and competitions, providing students opportunities to showcase their progress. Our dual locations at 1061 Peyton Street, Ward, and 220 Main Street, Des Arc, serve families seeking reliable childcare and artistic development programs.
Services
Childcare Services
Dance Lessons
Competitive Dance
Gymnastics Classes
After School Care
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of combined childcare and dance instruction experience
- Our small class sizes ensure personalized attention for every child
- Experienced instructors maintain current professional dance training
- We provide military, police, and sibling discount programs
- Our facilities include dedicated dance studios and safe playground areas
Services
Childcare Services
Our comprehensive childcare programs serve infants through school-age children with structured learning environments. We offer full-time daycare, preschool education, and before/after-school care featuring weekly themed curricula that incorporate colors, shapes, and numbers through hands-on activities. Our state-licensed facilities maintain strict safety standards while providing nurturing spaces for child development.
Dance Lessons
Carla's Dance Company provides age-appropriate dance instruction for children starting at age 2. Our curriculum includes ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop taught by experienced instructors in small classes that ensure individual attention. We focus on developing physical coordination, self-discipline, and artistic expression through structured lessons that build foundational dance skills.
Competitive Dance
Our competitive dance program prepares students aged 4+ for regional competitions with specialized training in choreography and performance techniques. The program includes group routines, solo/duet options, and mandatory workshops that develop advanced dance skills while fostering teamwork and stage presence in competitive settings.
Gymnastics Classes
We offer progressive gymnastics instruction from introductory toddler classes through advanced levels focusing on bars, beams, and tumbling skills. Our programs develop strength, flexibility, and coordination through age-specific drills while maintaining safety through low student-teacher ratios and modern equipment.
After School Care
Our after-school program provides supervised care with homework assistance, recreational activities, and access to dance classes. We offer transportation from Ward Central Elementary and structured evening activities including crafts, games, and snack time in secure, engaging environments.
People
Carla Baldwin
Owner
Carla Baldwin has dedicated her career to children's education and dance instruction since age 14. With over 30 years of experience in the Cabot, Beebe, Ward, and Des Arc areas, she established Sister's Care to combine quality childcare with specialized dance training. Her leadership emphasizes small class sizes, experienced instructors, and community-focused programs that support working families.
Questions
What age groups do your programs serve?
We serve children from 6 weeks old through teenagers. Our childcare programs include infant care, toddler programs, preschool education, and after-school care. Dance classes start at age 2 with specialized offerings for competitive dancers up to teenage years.
Do you offer part-time childcare options?
While we primarily focus on full-time childcare, we offer flexible scheduling options. Our preschool programs and dance classes provide structured part-time engagement opportunities for children not enrolled in full-time daycare.
Are dance classes included in childcare tuition?
Dance classes are offered as separate programs with additional fees. However, childcare students receive convenient access to dance facilities and potential discounts on class enrollment fees.
What safety measures do you implement?
We maintain strict safety protocols including secure facilities, background-checked staff, and small class sizes. Our dance studios feature specialized flooring while childcare areas have age-appropriate equipment and monitored play spaces.
Do you provide transportation services?
We offer transportation between our Ward location and Ward Central Elementary for before and after-school care. Students can transition safely between academic and childcare/dance programs during school days.
What dance styles are available?
Our dance programs include ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and cheerleading. We also offer specialized classes in baton twirling and Zumbini for younger children, with both recreational and competitive training options.
