CRADLES TO CRAYONS AND BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER
Licensed Child Care Center · License #DE-1131350
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Public information
Address: 1415 PULASKI HIGHWAY, Newark, DE, 19702
License type: Licensed Child Care Center
License number: DE-1131350
Ages served: 6 weeks through 12 years.
Licensed capacity: 132
Official record: Look up CRADLES TO CRAYONS AND BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER on Delaware's official record ↗
Recent licensing activity
Delaware's per-visit inspection history, in plain English: each licensing visit on the state record with the regulations cited, plus any complaint or enforcement action. It may lag the official record linked above.
- Complaint investigationOCCL Standards Complaint (2026-02-04): No Evidence to Substantiate2026-02-04
The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint on January 14, 2026, regarding concerns of a lack of supervision, not providing truthful information to parents, and not providing accident/injury reports. An unannounced visit was conducted on January 21, 2026. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for lack of supervision based on the interviews conducted. Administrator #1 and three staff members stated children are supervised at all times. Attendance records reviewed reflected classrooms within the correct staff-to-child ratios. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for not providing truthful information to parents based on interviews conducted …
- Complaint investigationOCCL Standards Complaint (2025-11-24): No Evidence to Substantiate2025-11-24
The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint on October 20, 2025, regarding concerns of not using positive behavior supports, not using respectful communication with families, and lack of supervision. An investigation was conducted on October 29, 2025. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for not using positive behavior supports based on staff interviews. Administrator #1, Owner #1, and five staff members interviewed stated they have only observed positive behavior supports used within the facility. All staff members interviewed stated they use positive behavior supports. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for not using respectful commu…
- Complaint investigationOCCL Standards Complaint (2025-06-18): No Evidence to Substantiate2025-06-18
On June 5, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding concerns of not using respectful communication towards children due to name-calling, not using respectful communication with families, and not following termination policies in the parent handbook. An investigation was conducted on June 13, 2025. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for concerns of not using respectful communication towards children based on staff interviews conducted. All staff members interviewed stated they have never observed or heard any staff members using disrespectful communication with children. All staff interviewed denied using disrespectful communication with…
- Compliance reviewUnannounced Full Compliance Review (2025-06-13): 3 regulations cited2025-06-13
Cited during this Delaware licensing visit: Personnel Files; Equipment; Diapering and Soiled Clothing. All corrections marked completed on the state record.
- Complaint investigationOCCL Standards Complaint (2025-05-19): No Evidence to Substantiate2025-05-19
On May 8, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding concerns of lack of supervision on the playground and after school program, staff using personal cell phones, and unqualified staff working with children. An investigation was conducted on May 14, 2025. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for concerns of lack of supervision on the playground and/or after school based on observations. Attendance records observed showed classrooms were in the correct staff-to-child ratio. Observations of the classrooms showed staff members watching and interacting with the children. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for staff using person…
- Compliance reviewUnannounced Full Compliance Review (2024-06-06): 2 regulations cited2024-06-06
Cited during this Delaware licensing visit: Hazardous Materials; Indoor Space. All corrections marked completed on the state record.
- Complaint — substantiatedOCCL Standards Complaint (2024-04-02): Substantiated2024-04-02
The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint on March 7, 2024, regarding concerns of a failure to notify OCCL of the center closing due to flooding and hazardous materials being accessible to the children. An investigation was conducted on March 12, 2024. This complaint is substantiated for failing to prevent children s access to hazardous materials because a box containing multiple bottles of liquor was seen on the floor of a storage area whose open door was next to a restroom used by children. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for not following notification to OCCL of a closure because the center did not close. An additional concern noted at this visit w…
- Complaint investigationOCCL Standards Complaint (2023-08-03): No Evidence to Substantiate2023-08-03
The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint on May 25, 2023, regarding release of children policies not being followed due to a parent being told they can no longer pick up a child and lack of respectful communication. An investigation began on June 2, 2023, and concluded on June 21, 2023. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for not following release of children policies because according to interviews and documentation, the facility s policies were followed. Child #1 and Child #2 are still enrolled and have all the required paperwork. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for lack of respectful communication because Owner Lateasa Scott denied…
- Compliance reviewUnannounced Full Compliance Review (2023-06-02): 6 regulations cited2023-06-02
Cited during this Delaware licensing visit: Personnel Files; Child Files; Hazardous Materials; Indoor Space; Equipment; Emergency Planning. All corrections marked completed on the state record.
- Complaint investigationOCCL Standards Complaint (2023-05-22): No Evidence to Substantiate2023-05-22
The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint on April 20, 2023, regarding lack of supervision and improper record keeping. An investigation was conducted on May 9, 2023. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for lack of supervision because staff statements and attendance records reviewed indicate supervision was being provided. A staff member stated they witnessed Child #1 falling but were unable to stop it from happening. The staff member was sitting next to Child #1 and using a tablet for work-related duties at the time of the incident. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for improper record keeping because signed accident reports were provid…
- Complaint investigationOCCL Standards Complaint (2023-03-03): No Evidence to Substantiate2023-03-03
On February 9, 2023, a complaint regarding Cradles to Crayons and Beyond Early Learning Center, located at 1415 Pulaski Highway, Newark, DE 19702 was emailed to the Report Line. The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) was notified on February 13, 2023, the report would not be accepted for investigation by the Institutional Abuse Unit (IA). It was accepted for investigation regarding improper discipline by OCCL. An investigation was initiated on February 13, 2023, and concluded on February 17, 2023. Based on this investigation, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint. Three independent statements deny a staff member yelling at or striking a child. There is no video or audio proo…
- Complaint investigationOCCL Standards Complaint (2022-10-21): No Evidence to Substantiate with Concern2022-10-21
On October 17, 2022, The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint alleging lack of supervision. An investigation was conducted on October 20, 2022. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for lack of supervision because staff interviews, attendance records, and injury reports all showed two staff members were appropriately supervising the children while doing activities and had just spoken with Child #1 before her accident. A concern noted was OCCL was not notified as required within one business day of an injury to a child requiring medical attention.
Data last refreshed: 7/28/2026
Source: Delaware DHSS Office of Child Care Licensing (data.delaware.gov)
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Frequently asked questions
Is CRADLES TO CRAYONS AND BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER a licensed Delaware child care center?
CRADLES TO CRAYONS AND BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER is listed on Delaware's public child care licensing record as a Licensed Child Care Center (license #DE-1131350) in Newark. The official state record, linked on this page, always controls.
Does CRADLES TO CRAYONS AND BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER have any licensing violations or actions on record?
Yes — there are 12 public licensing actions on record for CRADLES TO CRAYONS AND BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER (OCCL Standards Complaint, Unannounced Full Compliance Review). Each is summarized in plain English on this page, with a link to the official document.
Where can I find CRADLES TO CRAYONS AND BEYOND EARLY LEARNING CENTER's official licensing record?
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