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Child care center · Middletown, DE
CELEBREE SCHOOL OF MIDDLETOWN
A licensed child care center in Middletown, 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: 140 DOVE RUN CENTRE DRIVE, Middletown, DE 19709
Phone: (302) 378-1427
Ages served: 6 weeks through 12 years.
Age group: Infant through School-Age
Licensed capacity: 149 children
OCCL license number: 1289946
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. 2026: 2 facility injuries. No facility deaths reported. 2025: 6 facility injuries. No facility deaths reported. 2024: 3 facility injuries. No facility deaths reported. 2023: 4 facility injuries. No facility deaths reported. 2022: 2 facility injuries. No facility deaths reported. 2021: 1 facility injury. No facility deaths reported.
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Inspection history
Last 3 years (November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026, when the state's files were last updated)
- 4 visits where violations were cited (the state's file doesn't list visits where nothing was cited)
- 27 violations cited on these visits
- 9 complaint investigations completed (Substantiated: 6; No Evidence to Substantiate with Concern: 2; No Evidence to Substantiate: 1)
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 5 visits with violations in the state's file (which starts November 12, 2021), newest first, with 31 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.
June 15, 2026 · Announced · 1 violation
Positive Behavior Management
Regulation code 20U · Correct by June 15, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, June 15, 2026 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure staff members use positive behavior supports. Staff member was reported not using positive behavior supports with a child. Staff member was terminated as a result.
January 13, 2026 · Unannounced Full Compliance Review · 15 violations
Insurance Coverage
Regulation code 16U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, February 17, 2026 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure insurance documentation is available - center and vehicles.
Personnel Files
Regulation code 30U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, March 16, 2026 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure Staff files are complete. Staff #1 needs CPR/FA, training hours, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #2 needs CRP/FA, training hours, orientation, OCCL 7 hr training, health appraisal/TB, Staff #3 needs CPR/FA, training hours, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #4 needs annual safe sleep & abuse review. Staff #5 needs CPR/FA, training hours, PD plan, signed delclaration, health appraisal/TB, release of employment. Staff #6 needs CPR/FA, medication cert, training hours, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #7 CPR/FA. Staff #8 needs CPR/FA. Staff #9 needs CRP/FA, training hours, PD plan, OCCL 7 hr training, references (2), eligibility, adult abuse. Staff #10 needs CRP/FA, medication cert, health appraisal/TB. Staff #11 needs medication cert, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #12 needs medication cert, training hours, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #13 needs training hours, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #14 needs CPR/FA, medication cert, OCCL 7 hr training, health appraisal/TB, service letter/2 attempts. Staff #15 needs CPR/FA, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #16 needs orientation, references, declaration, release of employment service letters/2 attempts. Staff #17 needs CRP/FA, OCCL 7 hr training, health appraisal/TB. Staff #18 needs medication cert, training hours, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #19 needs orientation OCCL 7 hr training. Staff #20 needs training hours, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #21 needs annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #22 needs medication cert, training hours, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #23 needs annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #24 needs health appraisal/TB, release of employment. Staff #25 needs medication cert, training hours, PD plan, OCCL 7 hr training. Staff #26 needs CPR/FA, medication cert, orientation, OCCL 7 hr training, application/res ume, references. Staff #27 needs CPR/FA, medication cert, OCCL 7 hr training, application/resume, references, service letter/2 attempts. Staff #28 medication cert, OCCL 7 hr training, adult abuse check, health appraisal/TB. Staff #29 needs training hours, PD plan, health appraisal/TB. Staff #30 needs training hours. Staff #31 needs CPR/FA, training hours, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #32 needs training hours, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #33 needs medication cert, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #34 needs annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #35 needs CPR/FA, training hours, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review, health appraisal/TB. Staff #36 needs health appraisal/TB. Staff #37 needs training hours, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #38 needs annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #39 needs medication cert, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #40 needs training hours, PD plan, annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #41 needs annual safe sleep and abuse review. Staff #42 needs release of employment, service letter/2 attempts. Staff #43 needs health appraisal/TB service letters/2 attempts.
Child Files
Regulation code 40U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, March 3, 2026 · 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).
Heating and Cooling
Regulation code 48U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, February 11, 2026 · 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).
Indoor Space
Regulation code 49U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, February 17, 2026 · 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 February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, January 15, 2026 · 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).
Outdoor Area
Regulation code 53U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, January 23, 2026 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure fall zones requirements are met under climbing equipment; needs 9" mulch.
Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments
Regulation code 56U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, January 14, 2026 · 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).
Diapering and Soiled Clothing
Regulation code 61U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, February 5, 2026 · 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 February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, February 17, 2026 · 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).
Feeding of Infants
Regulation code 72U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, February 3, 2026 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure infant feeding schedules are updated monthly.
Lesson Plans
Regulation code 74U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, February 12, 2026 · 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).
Activity Areas
Regulation code 75U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, February 6, 2026 · 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).
Procedures for Initial Licensure
Regulation code 7U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, February 18, 2026 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure an updated state business license is provided.
License Renewal
Regulation code 8U · Correct by February 13, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, February 3, 2026 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure application is submitted 60 days prior to expiration.
January 10, 2025 · Unannounced Full Compliance Review · 8 violations
General Qualifications
Regulation code 28U · Correct by February 13, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, February 13, 2025 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure staff members are fingerprinted & receive eligibility before the start of employment. Staff #25 was sent home not to return until eligible.
Personnel Files
Regulation code 30U · Correct by February 13, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, February 24, 2025 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure staff files are complete. CPR/FA for Staff #2, 5, 22, 23, 24 Training hours for Staff #3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 11, 15, 22, 23, 26, Health & Safety hours staff #2, 5, 6 PD plan Staff #2, 5, 6, 8, 11, 15, 22, 23, 24, 25 OCCL health & Safety training Staff #3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 14, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23 Health appraisal & TB Staff #6, 10, 12, 13, 17, 23, 25 Service letters 2 attempts & 4 references Staff #2, 4, 10, 12, 18, 21, 24, 25
Child Files
Regulation code 40U · Correct by February 13, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, February 13, 2025 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure child files are complete. Child #1 needs infant feeding schedule, Child #4 needs dev. plan, Child #7 needs emergency contact info.
Hazardous Materials
Regulation code 45U · Correct by February 13, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, February 13, 2025 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure Radon testing is completed every 5 years.
Indoor Space
Regulation code 49U · Correct by February 13, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, February 13, 2025 · 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).
Outdoor Area
Regulation code 53U · Correct by February 13, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, February 13, 2025 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure at least 2 exits w/one remote; self-closing & positive self-latching closure.
Sanitation
Regulation code 58U · Correct by February 13, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, January 10, 2025 · How the correction was shown (as published): Facility Visit
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure soap & water and sanitizer are available and labeled.
Administration of Medication
Regulation code 63U · Correct by February 13, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, February 13, 2025 · 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).
January 3, 2024 · Unannounced Full Compliance Review · 3 violations
Personnel Files
Regulation code 30U · Correct by February 2, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, February 16, 2024 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure staff files are complete. Submit documentation of the following: Medication Administration for staff#6, 13, 23, 39,42. OCCL Health and Safety training staff #2, 5, 6, 9, 11, 13, 14, 23, 31, 39, 41, 42. Health appraisal with TB for staff #2, 6, 13, 14, 23, 28, 42. Health appraisal only for staff #17. PDPlan for staff # 9, 27, 37. Full staff file for staff # 23.
Indoor Space
Regulation code 49U · Correct by January 3, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, January 3, 2024 · How the correction was shown (as published): Facility Visit
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure each classroom has trash can with lid. Obtain trash can with lid for PS classroom (4's).
Kitchen and Food Preparation
Regulation code 50U · Correct by February 2, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, February 5, 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).
Older than 3 years (not counted in the summary above)
January 4, 2023 · Unannounced Full Compliance Review · 4 violations
Staff Qualifications
Regulation code 24U · Correct by February 4, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, February 10, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure the center Administrator must obtain Infant/Toddler specialized training.
Personnel Files
Regulation code 30U · Correct by February 4, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, February 17, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure staff files are complete. Health and safety training is needed for all staff members. A professional development plan is needed for seven staff members. A current health appraisal with TB is needed for seven staff members. Medication administration certification is needed for two staff members.
Child Files
Regulation code 40U · Correct by February 4, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, February 13, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure child files are complete. Blood lead testing is needed for three children. Parents right to know and an infant feeding schedule are needed for one child.
Emergency Planning
Regulation code 66U · Correct by February 4, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, February 2, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure the center has an adequate emergency water supply.
Complaint investigations
All 10 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 April 7, 2026 · Result: Substantiated
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary (as published)
On March 16, 2026, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding allegations of staff using inappropriate behavior support, failing to follow policy to address parent complaints, unqualified staff alone with children, and failing to ensure staff members are respectful by using non-threatening tones and actions when speaking and interacting with others at the center. An investigation began on March 19, 2026, and concluded on March 20, 2026. Based on documentation reviewed, this complaint is substantiated for staff using inappropriate behavior support. Staff #1 was terminated for accusations of physically redirecting a child or using harsh words while redirecting a child. Based on interviews and documentation, this complaint is substantiated for failing to ensure staff members are respectful by using non-threatening tones and actions when speaking and interacting with others at the center. Interviews and statements from staff members confirm Staff #1 and Staff #2 had verbal altercations in the classroom while children were present. Based on interviews and documentation, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for failing to follow policy to address parent complaints. Emails between Parent #1, Staff #3, and Director #1 showed communication with Parent #1 regarding their concerns. Based on interviews and documentation, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for unqualified staff alone with children. LS #1 reviewed all staff qualifications on file, showing staff who were alone with children were determined eligible and qualified.
Completed March 24, 2026 · Result: Substantiated
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 August 29, 2025, an incident of inappropriate written communication with a child was self-reported to the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) by facility. On September 3, 2025, OCCL received two complaints regarding the same incident. An investigation began on September 8, 2025, and concluded on March 13, 2026. This complaint is substantiated for staff failing to have an understanding of and respect for children and their needs by having inappropriate written communication with a child. A self-report from Administrator #1 and a review of documents showed Staff #1 communicated inappropriately with a child. Staff #1's employment was terminated by the facility.
Completed February 25, 2026 · Result: Substantiated
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 January 15, 2026, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received two complaints regarding lack of supervision and failure to follow positive behavior supports. An injury report had been made by the center administrator to OCCL on January 9, 2026, regarding the same incident. An investigation began on January 20, 2026, and concluded on January 22, 2026. Based on interviews with staff and a review of video footage, this complaint is substantiated for lack of supervision. While staff did intervene to remove Child #1 from jumping on/off furniture, staff did not continue to intervene promptly to prevent Child #1 from jumping off furniture when this behavior continued. Based on interviews with staff and documents reviewed, this complaint is substantiated for failing to follow positive behavior supports. LS #1 reviewed documentation in Child #1's file containing over one hundred incident/injury reports. Administrator #1 stated there was a behavior log, but no plan was in place.
Completed October 28, 2025 · Result: No Evidence to Substantiate with Concern
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 October 15, 2025 · 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 April 4, 2025 · 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 25, 2025 · 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 September 4, 2024 · Result: Substantiated
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary (as published)
On July 26, 2024, a complaint was called into the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) regarding improper discipline. An investigation by OCCL was conducted on August 2, 2024. Based on the results of this investigation, this complaint is substantiated for improper discipline because video footage observed showed Staff #1 grabbing Child #1's arm and pulling him to another chair, leaving a mark on Child #1's arm. This staff member was suspended by center administration pending the center's internal investigation prior to review of the video footage and was terminated from employment after the footage was observed.
Completed December 13, 2023 · Result: No Evidence to Substantiate with Concern
Type (as published): OCCL Standards Complaint
The state's summary (as published)
On November 15, 2023, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding improper discipline. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for improper discipline because no improper discipline was observed on the video that was reviewed. An additional concern noted is that the staff did not comply with provisions in an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and adapt behavior supports or other practices for a child who has a special need or disability because Staff #1 did not share Child #1's IEP with Staff #2 or administration team. In addition, there was no documentation by the staff regarding Child #1 needing to be physically held to restrain him during circle time.
Older than 3 years (not counted in the summary above)
Completed December 1, 2021 · Result: Unsubstantiated
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).
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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.