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Child care center · Wilmington, DE
SPIRIT LIFE EARLY LEARNING CENTER
A licensed child care center in Wilmington, 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: 3401 GOVERNOR PRINTZ BOULEVARD, Wilmington, DE 19802
Phone: (302) 764-9670
Ages served: 6 weeks through 12 years.
Age group: Infant through School-Age
Licensed capacity: 60 children
OCCL license number: 329978
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. No facility injuries reported. 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)
- 3 visits where violations were cited (the state's file doesn't list visits where nothing was cited)
- 20 violations cited on these visits
- 0 complaint investigations completed
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 4 visits with violations in the state's file (which starts November 12, 2021), newest first, with 33 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.
March 17, 2026 · Unannounced Full Compliance Review · 4 violations
Personnel Files
Regulation code 30U · Correct by April 17, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, May 19, 2026 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure staff files are complete. The following is needed: - CPR/First Aid--Staff #5 - Administration of Medication--Staff #3, 7 - Professional Development Plan--Staff #1 - Annual Review of Safe Sleep--Staff #1, 2, 7 - Annual Review of Abuse and Neglect--Staff #1, 5 - Orientation--Staff #3, 5, 7 - OCCL H/S Training--Staff #3, 5, 7 - Job Description--Staff #3, 5, 7 - References--Staff #7 (1), #3, 5 (2) - Adult Abuse Registry Check--Staff #7 - Health Appraisal/TB Screener--Staff #5 - Release of Employment--Staff #3, 5, 7 - Service Letters--Staff #3, 5, 7 (if no service letters are attempted, 2 additional references are needed for a total of 4)
Child Files
Regulation code 40U · Correct by April 17, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, May 19, 2026 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure Children's Files are complete. Child #1 needs updated Health Appraisal and Blood Lead Screening results. Child #7 needs Blood Lead Screening results.
Indoor Space
Regulation code 49U · Correct by April 17, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, May 19, 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).
Emergency Planning
Regulation code 66U · Correct by April 17, 2026 · Correction status: Completed, May 19, 2026 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure that there is 48 hours' worth of emergency food and water on hand.
March 13, 2025 · Unannounced Full Compliance Review · 10 violations
Positive Behavior Management
Regulation code 20U · Correct by April 11, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, April 3, 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).
General Qualifications
Regulation code 28U · Correct by April 11, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, March 18, 2025 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure that all returning staff get re-fingerprinted every five years. Staff #4's fingerprint eligibility expired in 06/2024.
Personnel Files
Regulation code 30U · Correct by April 11, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, April 14, 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).
Child Files
Regulation code 40U · Correct by April 11, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, April 16, 2025 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure that all Child Files are complete. Blood Lead Screening Results are needed for Child #1, 2, 4, 9, 10, 11
Hazardous Materials
Regulation code 45U · Correct by April 11, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, April 14, 2025 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure that Radon Results on file are current. Results currently on file expired 2/2025. Ensure that the cabinet with cleaners in the Infant Room remains locked when being used. This was CAV
Indoor Space
Regulation code 49U · Correct by April 11, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, April 16, 2025 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
- Ensure the backdoor (located up the ramp to the right of INFANTS) remains closed and locked at all times. Display a sign indicating this as well as install a door alarm. - Ensure all surfaces are cleanable and in good repair. Walls in the hallways and bathrooms need patching and paint. Floor tiles in stall #1 in the GIRLS Bathroom need to be replaced. - Ensure all classrooms have covered trash cans. Preschool needs a covered can. - Ensure that air quality is not altered at any time. Remove all air fresheners being used (infant room, hallways, bathroom, etc.)
Equipment
Regulation code 57U · Correct by April 11, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, April 3, 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).
Diapering and Soiled Clothing
Regulation code 61U · Correct by April 11, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, April 15, 2025 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure the diaper changing areas in the girls bathroom and infant room have all compliance requirements: - Diaper Changing Procedures (bathroom & Infants) - Foot operated, covered trash cans (bathroom needs one, Infants either need to repair or replace theirs) - Replace changing pad in the bathroom --torn
First Aid Kits
Regulation code 65U · Correct by April 11, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, April 4, 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).
Activity Schedule
Regulation code 76U · Correct by April 11, 2025 · Correction status: Completed, March 14, 2025 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure that a classroom Daily Schedule is displayed and observed in all classrooms.
March 26, 2024 · Unannounced Full Compliance Review · 6 violations
Personnel Files
Regulation code 30U · Correct by April 15, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, May 31, 2024 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure personnel files are complete. Staff #1 needs five hours of professional development., Staff #2 needs 9 hours of Professional Development
Child Files
Regulation code 40U · Correct by April 15, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, May 15, 2024 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure Child files are complete., Child #1 needs a current Health Appraisal, Immunizations, as well as Blood Lead Screening., Child #5 needs a current Health Appraisal and Immunizations, Child #9 needs a current Health Appraisal, Immunizations, as well as Blood Lead Screening. Send to OCCL when complete.
Indoor Space
Regulation code 49U · Correct by April 15, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, April 26, 2024 · 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. The One and Two Year Old's floor needs to be cleaned. Send a picture of the clean floor to OCCL.
Toilet Facilities
Regulation code 51U · Correct by April 15, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, April 26, 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).
Equipment
Regulation code 57U · Correct by April 15, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, April 26, 2024 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure the one-year old room, two year old room, three year old room, and Pre-k room have developmentally appropriate equipment. Send a picture to OCCL when complete for each classroom.
Activity Areas
Regulation code 75U · Correct by April 15, 2024 · Correction status: Completed, May 31, 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)
March 22, 2023 · Unannounced Full Compliance Review · 13 violations
General Qualifications
Regulation code 28U · Correct by April 15, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, April 15, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure all staff are determined eligible before starting at the center. Send to OCCL when complete.
Personnel Files
Regulation code 30U · Correct by April 15, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, April 14, 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 April 15, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, April 15, 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).
Hazardous Materials
Regulation code 45U · Correct by March 22, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, March 22, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Facility Visit
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 April 15, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, April 14, 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).
Kitchen and Food Preparation
Regulation code 50U · Correct by March 22, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, March 22, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Facility Visit
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure food is labeled with contents and expiration date. Send to OCCL when complete. Ensure food in pantry is not expired. Send a picture to OCCL when food is discarded. This was corrected at the facility visit.
Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments
Regulation code 56U · Correct by March 22, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, March 22, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Facility Visit
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 March 22, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, March 22, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Facility Visit
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure non-absorbent mat has a disposable cover. The mat in the infant room on the changing table did not have a disposable cover. This was corrected at the visit when the teacher added a disposable paper cover to the non-absorbent mat.
Administration of Medication
Regulation code 63U · Correct by April 15, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, April 14, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure center keeps a written record (MAR) for all medications administered to children. Submit a medication administration record for all infants in care for the diaper cream observed in the infant room..
First Aid Kits
Regulation code 65U · Correct by April 15, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, April 24, 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).
Transportation
Regulation code 67U · Correct by April 15, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, April 24, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure car used to transport children has water, liquid soap, emergency medication. emergency numbers for all parents of children that you provide transportation to. Also have poison control' s phone number.
Feeding of Infants
Regulation code 72U · Correct by April 15, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, April 14, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure infant feeding schedules are filled ot for all infants in care. These need to be signed monthly by the parent or guardian. Send a copy to OCCL when complete.
Infant and Toddler Care
Regulation code 77U · Correct by April 15, 2023 · Correction status: Completed, April 14, 2023 · How the correction was shown (as published): Document
Licensing specialist's notes (as published)
Ensure infant daily logs are completed daily and contain required information such as feeding, sleeping,, and diapering. Submit infant daily logs for all infants in care. One weeks worth.
Complaint investigations
The 1 complaint investigation in the state's file (which starts November 29, 2021), newest first, with the result and the state's summary as published.
Older than 3 years (not counted in the summary above)
Completed June 5, 2023 · 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).
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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.