2805 Alma Highway, Van Buren, AR 72956
479.471.9600 (P)
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Preschool: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Therapy: 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Pediatrics Plus is excited to announce that as of August 2, 2021, The Center for Child Development in Van Buren (formerly Kiddie Kollege) became Pediatrics Plus. We are proud to serve the families in the River Valley and invest back in the Van Buren community! We're thrilled to announce that our building will be expanding, with the construction of new classrooms and therapy space set to be completed in early 2024, opening up more opportunities to provide our students with the best possible education and care.
Our Developmental Preschool services include:
- Year-Round preschool program
- Full-Time Nurse
- Low Teacher to Child Ration
- Breakfast, Lunch, & Snack
- Therapy Services Offered throughout the school day
- Full Medicaid Program (TEFRA, ArKids A, SSI, and PASSE)
- Transportation is available upon request
Our Therapy Services include:
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA Therapy)
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Speech Language Therapy
Meet our Directors:
Michele Dudley
Van Buren Preschool Director
My name is Michele Dudley. I am the Preschool Director at Pediatrics Plus in Van Buren. I was born and raised in Van Buren and I have been married to my husband, Rich, for 22 years. We have 3 beautiful children, Kaleb (20), Dylan (18) and Emma (12).
I graduated from nursing school at the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith in 2013. Upon graduation, I went to work for a developmental preschool as a registered nurse. My role later became the director of operations.
I began my career at Pediatrics Plus almost 2.5 years ago when Pediatrics Plus purchased the preschool. It has been the most challenging and rewarding time of my professional career. I love the vision, values, and culture of Pediatrics Plus. It is my privilege to work beside the most amazing teachers and therapists every day serving families in the River Valley.
Fun fact…..I have degrees in Mathematics and Nursing. Even though I do not directly work within those fields, I use my knowledge and experience every day as the preschool director.
Chandler Clingan
Van Buren Therapy Director
My name is Chandler Clingan, and I am the Therapy Director for Pediatrics Plus Alma and Van Buren.
I attended the University of Central Arkansas where I received my master’s degree in occupational therapy. I have been married to my husband Caleb since 2018 and have one son named Judah and a Maltipoo named Loki!
I encountered Pediatrics Plus while I was in college where I was able to join their team on my level 2 clinical to Peru. While in Peru I fell in love with pediatrics and helping my tiny humans conquer their world!
A fun fact about me is that I love all things traveling. I have been to 10 countries and can’t wait to explore more! Also, if I could have any superpower it would be to be able to time travel.
