Delaware records · New Castle County · Middletown
CELEBREE SCHOOL OF MIDDLETOWN
Licensed Child Care Center · Middletown, Delaware
Records presented as of November 5, 2026The operation, as the state lists it
- License number
- 1289946
- Operation type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Address
- 140 DOVE RUN CENTRE DRIVE, Middletown, DE 19709
- Licensed capacity
- 149
- Ages served, as listed
- 6 weeks through 12 years.
- Hours, as listed
- 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- State programs listed
- Purchase of Care
The record in numbers
| Compliance visits | 5 |
| Complaint investigations | 10 |
| Citations recorded | 31 |
| Citations with correction completed, per the state | 31 |
| Citations with correction still pending, per the state | 0 |
| Record span | December 1, 2021 – June 15, 2026 |
How to read this record
A compliance visit is a licensing visit by an OCCL specialist. When the specialist finds a regulation has not been met, the visit record carries a citation: the regulation's code and short description, the specialist's corrective-action note describing what was found, and the correction record — the date correction was due, whether the state has marked it completed, the date it was corrected, and how. A complaint investigation begins with a complaint; its record carries the state's result and the investigator's written conclusion. Delaware does not grade citations by risk or severity, so no grade is shown — the specialist's note is the substance of the record. One visit can produce several citations. A citation the state later records as corrected stays in the history; that is what a licensing record is.
Record by year
| Year | Visits & investigations | Citations recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 16 |
| 2025 | 5 | 8 |
| 2024 | 2 | 3 |
| 2023 | 2 | 4 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
Visits and investigations, newest first
1 regulation cited at this visit.
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.
Correction status: Completed · corrected June 15, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due June 15, 2026
A complaint investigation. The state's result is shown above, and the investigator's conclusion follows.
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.
A complaint investigation. The state's result is shown above, and the investigator's conclusion follows.
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.
A complaint investigation. The state's result is shown above, and the investigator's conclusion follows.
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.
15 regulations cited at this visit.
Ensure insurance documentation is available - center and vehicles.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 17, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
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.
Correction status: Completed · corrected March 16, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure childrens files are complete. Dates of Enrollment hours/days needed for Child #7, #8, #11, #12, #13, #15, #16. Updated health appraisals needed for Child #2, #3, #11, #13. Blood Lead screening needed for Child #1, #2, #3, #7, #8, #14. Developmental Plans needed for Child #14, #15, #18.
Correction status: Completed · corrected March 3, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure heating/cooling equipment is maintained. Toddler B vent needs cleaned.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 11, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure indoor space meets requirements. Walls in classrooms need to be cleanable in good repair; Pre-K, Preschool 3, Toddler A. Preschool 3 & Preschool 4 has holes in the wall in bathroom stall. Classrooms need covered trash cans; Preschool 3, Preschool 4, School Age, - Pre-K. has trash can, but needs cleaning.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 17, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure refrigerator temps are 41' or colder. ; Preschool 3 reads 49', Toddler B has no thermometer, Preschool 2B reads 50', Toddler A reads 45'.
Correction status: Completed · corrected January 15, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure fall zones requirements are met under climbing equipment; needs 9" mulch.
Correction status: Completed · corrected January 23, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure rest equipment is labeled. Toddler A needs a cot chart for cots and cribs labeled.
Correction status: Completed · corrected January 14, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure diapering requirements are met. Infant & Toddler A diaper mats are torn. Foot activated diaper can is broken in Toddler A.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 5, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure MAR forms are completed. Infant, Toddler B, Preschool A, Preschool B, and Toddler A are missing some MAR logs. Ensure medications are not expired. Several medications were expired in the office; Epi-Pens, allergy meds. Update w/families.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 17, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure infant feeding schedules are updated monthly.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 3, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure lesson plans are posted or available for review. School Age, Preschool 4, Toddler B, Preschool 2B are missing.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 12, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure activity areas have enough equipment for children enrolled. Pre-K needs more Dramatic Play materials.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 6, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure an updated state business license is provided.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 18, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
Ensure application is submitted 60 days prior to expiration.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 3, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2026
A complaint investigation. The state's result is shown above, and the investigator's conclusion follows.
On October 9, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding allegations of not following policy for handling parent complaints using respectful communication. An investigation was attempted on October 17, 2025, and conducted on October 21, 2025. Based on interviews and documentation, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for failing to handle parent complaints using respectful communication. LS #1 spoke with Staff #1 and Staff #3 who both stated they respectfully communicate with parents. LS #1 reviewed documentation from Teaching Strategies Application where Staff #1 responded to Parent #1 respectfully. An additional concern noted during this investigation was there was no Administrator or staff member trained in day-to-day operations present during the October 17, 2025, visit.
A complaint investigation. The state's result is shown above, and the investigator's conclusion follows.
On October 3, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding failing to provide an incident report to families. An investigation was conducted on October 8, 2025. Based on interviews and documentation, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for failing to provide an incident report to families. LS #1 observed a completed incident report signed on October 3, 2025, by Staff #1 and Staff #2. This report reflects the incident occurred on October 1, 2025, at 5:34 pm. Based on interviews with staff and the Reporter, there did not seem to be a visible injury or discomfort. Staff stated the child did not complain of any injury at the time of the incident, so no report was written at that time. The Reporter stated Child #1 was not in any discomfort, nor were there any visible injuries. The Reporter stated after contacting the center, they received a report on the evening on October 3, 2025.
A complaint investigation. The state's result is shown above, and the investigator's conclusion follows.
On March 13, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding concerns of lack of supervision. On March 14, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a second complaint from the same Reporter regarding concerns of failing to follow termination policies. An investigation began on March 21, 2025, and concluded on March 26, 2025. Based on interviews and documentation reviewed, this complaint is substantiated for lack of supervision. According to written statements provided and interviews with Administrator #1 and four staff member, Child #1 left the classroom and entered another room, which was empty, without being noticed. Based on interviews of staff and documentation reviewed, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for failing to follow termination policies. LS #1 observed in the family handbook, on page 25, it states in the situation of inappropriate parent behavior, Celebree reserves the right, at any time without notice to discharge, withdraw, or remove from the premises any child, parent, relative and/or individual that poses a threat or compromises the operations of Celebree. District Director #1, Administrator #1, and Staff #1, noted Parent #1 was screaming within the center, using foul language, and threatened the staff, leading to the decision to terminate care. An additional concern noted during this investigation was documentation and interviews showed Staff #3, who was responsible for supervising children, was on their personal cell phone and facility tablet during the time Child #1 left the room. Staff #3 stated they were performing child data entry.
A complaint investigation. The state's result is shown above, and the investigator's conclusion follows.
On February 28, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding failing to provide an incident/injury report to parents, failing to notify a parent immediately of an allergic reaction, failing to follow written policy for emergency health care and reporting important information to parents, and failing to follow written procedure to address food allergies. An investigation began on March 5, 2025, and concluded on March 20, 2025. Based on interviews and documentation this complaint is substantiated for failing to have and follow written policies and procedures concerning food service, which must include procedures to address food allergies, and a description of which food services will be provided by the licensee or by a parent or guardian. LS #1 observed a posting near the entrance stating the facility is nut free, however there was no policy in the parent handbook stating the facility is nut-free, nor was there information regarding the option for parents to choose a hot lunch provided by an outside vendor on some days. Based on interviews of staff and documentation reviewed there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for failing to provide an incident/injury report, as staff thought Child #1 s red eyes were due to just returning from being sick. LS #1 did observe a signed injury report for Child #1 for a separate incident dated February 13, 2025. Based on interviews and documentation, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for failing to notify a parent immediately of an allergic reaction. Interviews with staff and written statements from staff, state they did not think Child #1 s symptoms were due to an allergic reaction. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for failing to follow written policy for emergency health care and reporting information to parents. Administrator #1 and Staff #1 stated the parents concerns were addressed by phone on February 27, 2025, and with an in person meeting on Febr uary 28, 2025. An additional concern noted was upon review of menus for hot lunch days, the meals served did not meet the meal pattern requirements.
8 regulations cited at this visit.
Ensure staff members are fingerprinted & receive eligibility before the start of employment. Staff #25 was sent home not to return until eligible.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 13, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2025
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
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 24, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2025
Ensure child files are complete. Child #1 needs infant feeding schedule, Child #4 needs dev. plan, Child #7 needs emergency contact info.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 13, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2025
Ensure Radon testing is completed every 5 years.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 13, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2025
Ensure walls are in good repair and cleanable. Toddler B has chipped walls and paint needing repair/touch up.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 13, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2025
Ensure at least 2 exits w/one remote; self-closing & positive self-latching closure.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 13, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2025
Ensure soap & water and sanitizer are available and labeled.
Correction status: Completed · corrected January 10, 2025 · how corrected: Facility Visit · correction was due February 13, 2025
Ensure MAR forms are reviewed and updated yearly. Ensure expired meds are replaced and sent home. Cooper, Amari, Kiel
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 13, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 13, 2025
A complaint investigation. The state's result is shown above, and the investigator's conclusion follows.
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.
3 regulations cited at this visit.
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.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 16, 2024 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 2, 2024
Ensure each classroom has trash can with lid. Obtain trash can with lid for PS classroom (4's).
Correction status: Completed · corrected January 3, 2024 · how corrected: Facility Visit · correction was due January 3, 2024
Ensure classroom refrigerators have a working thermometer that reads 41'F or colder. Send documentation for classroom TwoB.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 5, 2024 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 2, 2024
A complaint investigation. The state's result is shown above, and the investigator's conclusion follows.
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.
4 regulations cited at this visit.
Ensure the center Administrator must obtain Infant/Toddler specialized training.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 10, 2023 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 4, 2023
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.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 17, 2023 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 4, 2023
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.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 13, 2023 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 4, 2023
Ensure the center has an adequate emergency water supply.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 2, 2023 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 4, 2023
A complaint investigation. The state's result is shown above, and the investigator's conclusion follows.
On November 22, 2021, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding unqualified staff. An investigation was conducted on November 23, 2021. Based on the results of this investigation this complaint is unsubstantiated because Center Administrator Holly Lott supplied LS Flowers with written notice of her absence and documentation of Staff #1 and Staff #2 s qualifications two months prior to receiving this complaint.
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