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Child care center · Hockessin, DE
CHILDREN OF AMERICA-HOCKESSIN
A licensed child care center in Hockessin, Delaware, with its state inspection and complaint history from the Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 1127 VALLEY ROAD, Hockessin, DE 19707
Phone: (302) 239-5015
Ages served: 6 weeks through 12 years.
Age group: Infant through School-Age
Licensed capacity: 180 children
OCCL license number: 804283
Current enforcement action (as published): none listed in the state's file
Injuries reported to the state (as published): the state's file lists injuries in the last 5 years that needed medical or dental treatment. 2022: 1 facility injury. No facility deaths reported.
View the official record on Delaware's child care search (search for the program's name).
Inspection history
Last 3 years (November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026, when the state's files were last updated)
- 1 visit where violations were cited (the state's file doesn't list visits where nothing was cited)
- 7 violations cited on these visits
- 12 complaint investigations completed (No Evidence to Substantiate: 7; Substantiated: 5)
A violation means a licensing specialist found that a Delaware licensing rule wasn't met. The state gives the program a date to correct each one and records when it was corrected. Complaint results use the state's own terms, as published. Read the official record for details.
Visits with violations
All 3 visits with violations in the state's file (which starts November 12, 2021), newest first, with 24 violations in all. The state's file lists only visits where a rule was cited, so visits where nothing was cited are not shown. Each violation shows the state's short title for the rule, its regulation code, the date the state set for the fix and the correction status as published.
August 7, 2024 · Unannounced Full Compliance Review · 7 violations
Personnel Files
Regulation code 30U · Correct by September 6, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, August 28, 2024 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
The state's notes for this violation may name a person, so we don't show them here. They're in the state's published file (see Sources).
Child Files
Regulation code 40U · Correct by September 6, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, August 28, 2024 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure child files are complete. Health appraisal needed for child #8, 10. Immunization record needed for child #10. Blood lead results need for child #3, 5, 8, and 10. Parents right to know and screen time permission needed for child #6.
Indoor Space
Regulation code 49U · Correct by September 6, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, August 9, 2024 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
School age bathroom sink is reading 137' degrees and should be reading no higher than 120' degrees.
Toilet Facilities
Regulation code 51U · Correct by September 6, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, August 13, 2024 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure bathrooms have working ventilation. The school age bathroom is not running effectively and cuts on and off.
First Aid Kits
Regulation code 65U · Correct by September 6, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, August 13, 2024 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
First aid kit needs bandage tape, gauze pads.
Emergency Planning
Regulation code 66U · Correct by September 6, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, August 15, 2024 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Parents Right To Know must be available for visitors and signed.
Transportation
Regulation code 67U · Correct by September 6, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, August 8, 2024 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Transportation First Aid kit is missing emergency water.
Older than 3 years (not counted in the summary above)
August 14, 2023 · Unannounced Full Compliance Review · 3 violations
Personnel Files
Regulation code 30U · Correct by September 15, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, October 30, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
The state's notes for this violation may name a person, so we don't show them here. They're in the state's published file (see Sources).
Child Files
Regulation code 40U · Correct by September 15, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, August 17, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure child files are complete. Child #9 needs transportation and arrangements with parents signed. Child #10 needs signed screentime and mat permission signed.
Indoor Space
Regulation code 49U · Correct by September 15, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, August 31, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure all floors, walls, counter surfaces, toilets are cleanable and in good repair. Toddler room neds the hole in the wall fixed. Also, the carpet needs to be vacuumed and the floors need to be mopped. The torn books and broken toys need to be replaced. Two's Room needs to have the trashcan cleaned. Shelves need tape residue cleaned or replaced. Infant's room needs the refrigerator and freezer needs to be cleaned.
August 24, 2022 · Unannounced Full Compliance Review · 14 violations
Personnel Files
Regulation code 30U · Correct by September 15, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, November 2, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure all staff files are completed. Staff #2 needs an orientation, a job description, and 2 references. PDP plans with goals for staff # 2,3,4,6. Annual review of sleep safe for staff # 2,3,4,6,7,8. Annual review of abuse and neglect for staff # 2,3,4,5,8.
Child Files
Regulation code 40U · Correct by September 15, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, November 14, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure all child files are complete. Child #5 needs a current health appraisal including lead lab results. Child # 7, 9, and 11 need lead lab test results. Child # 10 needs an emergency card. Child #11 needs the parent right to know the signature, screen time permission, and transportation permissions. Child #8 needs the parent right to know the signature, screen time permission, and transportation form.
Hazardous Materials
Regulation code 45U · Correct by August 29, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, October 21, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure all hazardous materials are stored in a locked cabinet. Remove or lock chemicals in the Two's bathroom.
Indoor Space
Regulation code 49U · Correct by September 15, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, October 21, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
The state's notes for this violation may name a person, so we don't show them here. They're in the state's published file (see Sources).
Kitchen and Food Preparation
Regulation code 50U · Correct by September 15, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, September 13, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure the kitchen has a working thermometer in the freezer.
Toilet Facilities
Regulation code 51U · Correct by September 15, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, October 21, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure Pre-School II has working bathroom ventilation.
Outdoor Area
Regulation code 53U · Correct by September 15, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, October 21, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure the playground is free from weeds and debris.
Sanitation
Regulation code 58U · Correct by September 15, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, October 21, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure equipment used in the classroom are cleaned and disinfected. All classrooms need to wiped down.
Diapering and Soiled Clothing
Regulation code 61U · Correct by September 15, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, October 21, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
The state's notes for this violation may name a person, so we don't show them here. They're in the state's published file (see Sources).
Administration of Medication
Regulation code 63U · Correct by September 15, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, September 13, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure a written record of medication administered to children is recorded on the medication administration record (MAR) form including any over-the-counter medication, lotion for diaper cream, bug spray, and sunscreen. Children 1 through 16 need a signed MAR form for any over-the-counter medication.
Feeding of Infants
Regulation code 72U · Correct by September 15, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, November 3, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Infant feeding schedules must be updated monthly and as needed. Ensure all infants in care have a signed infant feeding schedule with monthly parent signatures. Child # 12, 13,14,15, and 16 need monthly feeding schedules signed by their parents monthly.
Lesson Plans
Regulation code 74U · Correct by September 15, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, September 13, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure all classrooms have current lesson plans hanging up. Two's and School Age room need lesson plans.
Activity Schedule
Regulation code 76U · Correct by September 15, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, September 13, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure the two's classrooms has a posted daily schedule.
License Renewal
Regulation code 8U · Correct by August 24, 2022 · Correction status: Completed, August 24, 2022 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure to submit renewal application at least 60 days prior to the license expiration date.
Complaint investigations
All 13 complaint investigations in the state's file (which starts November 29, 2021), newest first, with the result and the state's summary as published.
Completed July 1, 2026 · Result: No Evidence to Substantiate
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary (as published)
OCCL's investigation of regulatory non-compliance began after clearance from other agencies was received. On May 6, 2026, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding an allegation of using inappropriate behavior supports. An investigation began on May 7, 2026, and concluded on June 25, 2026. Based on interviews conducted and information received from outside agencies there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint. There is insufficient evidence to determine the source of Child #1's injuries.
Completed December 8, 2025 · Result: No Evidence to Substantiate
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary (as published)
On November 24, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding failing to follow diapering procedures and failing to change a child's clothing if it becomes wet or soiled. An investigation was conducted on December 1, 2025. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint. After interviews were conducted and documentation reviewed, diapering procedures were followed, and Child #1's family declined Staff #2's offer to change the soiled clothes from the playground during pick-up time.
Completed October 29, 2025 · Result: Substantiated
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary (as published)
On October 9, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding lack of supervision, failing to notify parents of a head injury immediately, and failing to provide an injury report. An investigation was conducted on October 14, 2025. This complaint is substantiated for failing to notify parents of a head injury immediately. Parent #1 was not notified of a head injury immediately as required. After investigating, there is additional concern for not providing accurate information on the incident report provided to the parent and administration. The information on the written incident report did not match Staff #1's statement to the administration or to LS #1. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for lack of supervision. Based on interviews conducted, adequate supervision was maintained at the time of the incidents.
Completed September 18, 2025 · Result: No Evidence to Substantiate
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary (as published)
On August 29, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding roughly handling a child. An investigation was conducted on September 4, 2025. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint. After interviews were conducted and video footage reviewed, both staff members appeared to handle Child #1 appropriately.
Completed April 18, 2024 · Result: No Evidence to Substantiate
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary of this complaint may name a person, so we don't show it here. It's in the state's published file (see Sources).
Completed March 25, 2024 · Result: Substantiated
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary of this complaint may name a person, so we don't show it here. It's in the state's published file (see Sources).
Completed March 21, 2024 · Result: No Evidence to Substantiate
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary of this complaint may name a person, so we don't show it here. It's in the state's published file (see Sources).
Completed March 15, 2024 · Result: Substantiated
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary of this complaint may name a person, so we don't show it here. It's in the state's published file (see Sources).
Completed March 12, 2024 · Result: No Evidence to Substantiate
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary (as published)
On February 28, 2024, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding lack of supervision. An unannounced visit was conducted on March 5, 2024. Based on the results of this investigation there is no evidence to substantiate the complaint because it was observed that the toddler classroom was maintaining the correct staff-to-child ratio, and the staff member was providing direct supervision of the children.
Completed February 12, 2024 · Result: Substantiated
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary (as published)
The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received multiple complaints between January 22, 2024, and January 23, 2024, regarding incorrect staff-to-child ratios, unqualified staff alone with children, sanitation concerns, and telephones not working. An investigation was conducted on January 26, 2024. The complaint is substantiated for incorrect staff-to-child ratios due to multiple staff members stating they were in classrooms with incorrect staff-to-child ratio on multiple occasions. The complaint is substantiated for unqualified staff alone with children because two staff members stated there was a staff member alone with children who is not currently qualified through DEEDS. The complaint is substantiated for sanitation concerns due to a trash bag being observed in the hallway for at least 90 minutes that was not stored securely in a non-combustible or covered container. The complaint is substantiated for not notifying OCCL the telephones were not working because multiple staff members stated the phones had not been working for a week or longer. An additional concern noted was child and staff attendance records were incomplete and did not document exact arrival and departure times or note the location of children and staff at all times.
Completed February 9, 2024 · Result: No Evidence to Substantiate
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary (as published)
The Office of Child Care Licensing (OOCL) received a complaint on January 22, 2024, regarding lack of supervision. An investigation was conducted on January 26, 2024. Based on staff interviews, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for lack of supervision. Staff members interviewed stated if there are school-age children in care that are taking the bus to and from the center at the bus stop, there is always a staff member supervising those children.
Completed December 20, 2023 · Result: Substantiated
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary (as published)
The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint on November 30, 2023, regarding unqualified staff alone with children and staff using cell phones while caring for children. An investigation was conducted on December 7, 2023. Based on staff interviews and documentation received, this complaint is substantiated for leaving unqualified staff alone with children. Based on staff interviews, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for staff using cell phones while caring for children because all staff stated cell phone use is strictly for communication with parents and updating their daily reports in their application. An additional concern noted at the visit was the licensee failed to notify OCCL within five business days of the resignation, termination, transfer, or hiring of an early childhood administrator.
Older than 3 years (not counted in the summary above)
Completed January 24, 2022 · Result: Substantiated
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary (as published)
On January 11, 2022, OCCL received a complaint regarding failing to notify a parent of an accident/injury and not completing an injury report. An investigation began on January 12, 2022, and concluded on January 13, 2022. This complaint is substantiated for failure to notify the parent immediately of an injury to a child's eye. A staff member stated she failed to provide notification as well as the injury report.
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Sources
- Licensed Child Care Providers and Facilities: program details, enforcement action and injuries report.
- Child Care Licensing Compliance Review Information: visits, violations, corrections and specialist notes.
- Child Care Licensing Complaint Reviews: complaint investigations, results and summaries.
All three are published by the Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing on data.delaware.gov as Public Domain and cover about the last five years. State files updated November 12, 2026. We show the state's text as published. Program details last checked October 21, 2026.