HAND-N-HAND EARLY LEARNING CENTER, INC.
Licensed Child Care Center · License #DE-433741
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Public information
Address: 13724 SOUTH OLD STATE ROAD, Ellendale, DE, 19941
License type: Licensed Child Care Center
License number: DE-433741
Ages served: 6 weeks through 12 years.
Licensed capacity: 25
Official record: Look up HAND-N-HAND EARLY LEARNING CENTER, INC. 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.
- Compliance reviewUnannounced Full Compliance Review (2025-10-16): 7 regulations cited2025-10-16
Cited during this Delaware licensing visit: Governing Body; Personnel Files; Hazardous Materials; Outdoor Area; Feeding of Infants; License Renewal; Changes Affecting a License. All corrections marked completed on the state record.
- Complaint investigationOCCL Standards Complaint (2025-04-21): No Evidence to Substantiate2025-04-21
The Office of Child Care Licensing received a complaint regarding lack of supervision on April 7, 2025. An investigation was conducted on April 11, 2025. There is no evidence to substantiate the allegation of lack of supervision because the attendance records observed showed a proper staff-to-child ratio, and all staff interviewed stated they were engaged with the children and perform walk arounds. Materials observed in the classroom were appropriate for the ages of the children.
- Complaint — substantiatedOCCL Standards Complaint (2025-02-13): Substantiated2025-02-13
On January 15, 2024, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding kitchen requirements, not receiving approval to change the facility s approved food operation, and meals and snacks. An investigation was conducted on January 22, 2025. This complaint is substantiated because the Licensing Specialist (LS) observed the kitchen was in the process of being remodeled, did not have the required equipment, and the facility did not notify OCCL of or receive approval to change the facility s approved food operation. There is no evidence to substantiate the allegation that meals and snacks do not meet requirements because the menu posted reflected the required components a…
- Compliance reviewUnannounced Full Compliance Review (2024-10-03): 12 regulations cited2024-10-03
Cited during this Delaware licensing visit: Governing Body; Ratios, Group Size, and Supervision; First Aid and CPR Training; Parents Right to Know; Child Files; Hazardous Materials; Indoor Space; Toilet Facilities; Outdoor Area; Sanitation; Diapering and Soiled Clothing; Program Goals and Planning. All corrections marked completed on the state record.
- Complaint investigationOCCL Standards Complaint (2023-11-07): No Evidence to Substantiate2023-11-07
The Office of Child Care Licensing received a complaint on October 19, 2023, regarding not following the policies in the parent handbook. An investigation was conducted on November 2, 2023. There is no evidence to substantiate the complaint because the center followed their policies.
- Compliance reviewUnannounced Full Compliance Review (2023-10-16): 2 regulations cited2023-10-16
Cited during this Delaware licensing visit: Personnel Files; Indoor Space. All corrections marked completed on the state record.
- Compliance reviewUnannounced Full Compliance Review (2022-10-04): 2 regulations cited2022-10-04
Cited during this Delaware licensing visit: Child Files; Feeding of Infants. All corrections marked completed on the state record.
- Enforcement/complaint visitEnforcement Visit (2021-12-14): 1 regulation cited2021-12-14
Cited during this Delaware licensing visit: Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments. All corrections marked completed on the state record.
- Compliance reviewUnannounced Full Compliance Review (2021-10-04): 11 regulations cited2021-10-04
Cited during this Delaware licensing visit: General Human Resources and Personnel Policies; Ratios, Group Size, and Supervision; Personnel Files; Parents Right to Know; Child Files; Indoor Space; Kitchen and Food Preparation; Outdoor Area; Riding Toys; 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 HAND-N-HAND EARLY LEARNING CENTER, INC. a licensed Delaware child care center?
HAND-N-HAND EARLY LEARNING CENTER, INC. is listed on Delaware's public child care licensing record as a Licensed Child Care Center (license #DE-433741) in Ellendale. The official state record, linked on this page, always controls.
Does HAND-N-HAND EARLY LEARNING CENTER, INC. have any licensing violations or actions on record?
Yes — there are 9 public licensing actions on record for HAND-N-HAND EARLY LEARNING CENTER, INC. (Unannounced Full Compliance Review, OCCL Standards Complaint, Enforcement Visit). Each is summarized in plain English on this page, with a link to the official document.
Where can I find HAND-N-HAND EARLY LEARNING CENTER, INC.'s official licensing record?
HAND-N-HAND EARLY LEARNING CENTER, INC.'s official record is maintained by the State of Delaware and is linked at the top of this page. Childcare Alerts surfaces and links to public records; the official government record always controls.
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