DUCKLINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER - CHESTNUT RUN
Licensed Child Care Center · License #DE-1627178
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Data last refreshed in our system: 7/28/2026. Official record: view on the state licensing lookup ↗
Public information
Address: 230 INNOVATION BLVD, Wilmington, DE, 19805
License type: Licensed Child Care Center
License number: DE-1627178
Ages served: 6 weeks through 5 years.
Licensed capacity: 160
Official record: Look up DUCKLINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER - CHESTNUT RUN 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 (2026-03-24): No Evidence to Substantiate2026-03-24
On March 18, 2026, the Office of Child Care Licensing received a complaint regarding failing to have a designated person in charge, incorrect staff-to-child ratios, and lack of supervision. Based on interviews and review of documentation, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for failing to have a designated person in charge on site. LS #1 reviewed documents provided showing record of two staff present who are trained in day-to-day operations. Based on interviews, observations, and review of attendance documentation, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for incorrect staff-to-child ratio or lack of supervision.
- Compliance reviewUnannounced Full Compliance Review (2025-12-09): 7 regulations cited2025-12-09
Cited during this Delaware licensing visit: Personnel Files; Child Files; Indoor Space; Toilet Facilities; Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments; Administration of Medication; Emergency Planning. All corrections marked completed on the state record.
- Complaint investigationOCCL Standards Complaint (2025-09-10): No Evidence to Substantiate2025-09-10
On August 20, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding concerns of not following the food service policy, not following positive behavior supports, and staff not having understanding and respect for children and their needs. An investigation was conducted on August 27, 2025. Based on interviews and documentation there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for failing to follow written food service policies. LS #1 observed a schedule in the classroom and reviewed the policy handbook which states the center serves snack at 9:00 am. Staff #1 and Staff #2 both stated no morning snack is served in their classroom; however, Staff #1 stated breakfast is…
- Complaint — substantiatedOCCL Standards Complaint (2025-07-08): Substantiated2025-07-08
On June 6, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding allegations including not providing truthful information to parents, not following food policy, failing to provide injury report and first aid, not meeting the needs of a child, not following policy for parent access, failing to follow expulsion policy, failing to handle parent concerns and complaints, lack of supervision, failing to sanitize bottles, and lack of sanitation in the refrigerator. An investigation was conducted on June 12, 2025. Based on interviews and documentation reviewed this complaint is substantiated for not providing truthful information to parents. LS #1 reviewed two written incide…
- Compliance reviewUnannounced Full Compliance Review (2025-06-11): 7 regulations cited2025-06-11
Cited during this Delaware licensing visit: Staffing; Personnel Files; Child Files; Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments; Administration of Medication; Feeding of Infants; Infant and Toddler Care. All corrections marked completed on the state record.
- Complaint — substantiatedOCCL Standards Complaint (2025-05-06): Substantiated2025-05-06
On April 22, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding allegations of failing to allow services for a child with disabilities. An investigation was conducted on April 23, 2025. Based on interviews with staff and reporting parties, this complaint is substantiated for failing to allow services for a child with disabilities. Interviews with staff and reporting parties indicate the administrator stated on April 18, 2025, Therapist #1 would need a criminal background check for the center prior to providing services for Child #1 s Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). Administrator #1 had called Licensing Specialist (LS) #1 on April 23, 2025, to ask if The…
- Compliance review60-Day Visit (2025-04-15): 9 regulations cited2025-04-15
Cited during this Delaware licensing visit: Personnel Files; Child Files; Documenting Children's Progress; Indoor Space; Kitchen and Food Preparation; Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments; Administration of Medication; Emergency Planning; Lesson Plans. All corrections marked completed on the state record.
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 DUCKLINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER - CHESTNUT RUN a licensed Delaware child care center?
DUCKLINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER - CHESTNUT RUN is listed on Delaware's public child care licensing record as a Licensed Child Care Center (license #DE-1627178) in Wilmington. The official state record, linked on this page, always controls.
Does DUCKLINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER - CHESTNUT RUN have any licensing violations or actions on record?
Yes — there are 7 public licensing actions on record for DUCKLINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER - CHESTNUT RUN (OCCL Standards Complaint, Unannounced Full Compliance Review, 60-Day Visit). Each is summarized in plain English on this page, with a link to the official document.
Where can I find DUCKLINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER - CHESTNUT RUN's official licensing record?
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