Delaware records · New Castle County · New Castle
LITTLE PEOPLE~BIG DREAMS LEARNING CENTER INC.
Licensed Child Care Center · New Castle, Delaware
Records presented as of November 5, 2026The operation, as the state lists it
- License number
- 1474618
- Operation type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Address
- 901 E BASIN RD, New Castle, DE 19720
- Licensed capacity
- 128
- Ages served, as listed
- 6 weeks through 12 years.
- Hours, as listed
- 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- State programs listed
- Nonprofit;Purchase of Care
The record in numbers
| Compliance visits | 4 |
| Complaint investigations | 2 |
| Citations recorded | 19 |
| Citations with correction completed, per the state | 19 |
| Citations with correction still pending, per the state | 0 |
| Record span | January 30, 2024 – September 23, 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 | 2 | 7 |
| 2025 | 2 | 7 |
| 2024 | 2 | 5 |
Visits and investigations, newest first
A complaint investigation. The state's result is shown above, and the investigator's conclusion follows.
On September 2, 2026, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding concerns involving an injury to Child #1's eye while in care, bathroom supervision, parent notification of a child injury, and proper injury documentation. An investigation was conducted on September 17, 2026. Based on the investigation, there is no evidence to substantiate the allegation involving inadequate supervision. Staff #1 reported being positioned directly behind Child #1 when the injury occurred and witnessed Child #1 lose balance while reaching for the faucet after a diaper change. Staff #1 stated Child #1 was never alone in the bathroom. Classroom attendance records confirmed two staff members and seven children were assigned to the classroom during the relevant timeframe. Staff #1 consistently reported Child #1 was not attempting to use the toilet when the injury occurred. Child #1 had been taken into the bathroom for a diaper change and was washing their hands afterward. This information is consistent with Child #1 not being toilet trained and addresses the Reporter's concern regarding why Child #1 was present in the bathroom. LS #1 inspected the bathroom and observed the sink identified by Staff #1. The sink was accessible to children and had rounded ceramic edges. LS #1 did not observe sharp edges, protruding fixtures, a slippery floor, or other environmental hazards capable of establishing an unsafe bathroom condition. Administrator #1 reported a rubber mat was added beneath the sink following the incident as an additional safety measure. There is no evidence to substantiate the allegation involving failure to notify Parent #1 of the injury. According to interviews with Administrator #1 and Staff #1, the injury occurred shortly before Parent #1's anticipated arrival, and Parent #1 arrived while Staff #1 was providing first aid. Parent #1 was informed of the incident during pick-up. LS #1 also reviewed electronic documentation confirming injury information was entered into ProCare at 3:23 p.m. on September 2, 2026. There is no evidence to substantiate the allegation involving failure to complete or provide injury documentation. Staff #1 completed an injury report and entered electronic notification into ProCare on the date of the incident. The written injury report was provided to Parent #1 the following day and contained Parent #1's signature.
7 regulations cited at this visit.
Ensure Staff Files are complete. The following is needed: - Training Hours--Staff #3 (18) - Professional Development Plan--Staff #1 - CPR/First Aid--Staff #3 - OCCL Health and Safety Training--Staff #2 & 4 - References--Staff #2 - Adult Abuse Registry Check--Staff #2 - Release of Employment--Staff #2 & 4 - Service Letters--Staff #2 & 4 (if staff have no previous work experience, or no service letters are received, must provide 2 additional references for a total of 4)
Correction status: Completed · corrected August 25, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 21, 2026
Ensure Child Files are complete. The following is needed: - Child #7 needs current immunizations and blood lead screener results - Child #10 needs Mat/Cot permission
Correction status: Completed · corrected August 21, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 21, 2026
Ensure nap equipment (sheets and blankets) do not touch each other when being stored in the Yellow and the Blue Rooms. - Infant Cribs need to be repositioned to be on the lowest settings.
Correction status: Completed · corrected August 12, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 21, 2026
Ensure classrooms have equipment present for all developmental areas. The Yellow classroom needs sensory materials, and the Green Room needs science and sensory materials.
Correction status: Completed · corrected August 12, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 21, 2026
Ensure there is a supply of emergency water present at the facility.
Correction status: Completed · corrected August 10, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 21, 2026
Ensure all classrooms have the required areas. The Yellow room needs to have an art area with art materials available to the children.
Correction status: Completed · corrected August 12, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 21, 2026
Ensure the Infant classroom staff are documenting Infant Sleep Checks every 30 minutes and sharing with families daily.
Correction status: Completed · corrected August 12, 2026 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 21, 2026
7 regulations cited at this visit.
Ensure staff sign in/out of the classroom appropriately on the tracking sheet. The Blue Room was inaccurate at the time of the center tour.
Correction status: Completed · corrected July 16, 2025 · how corrected: Facility Visit · correction was due August 15, 2025
Ensure Child Files are complete. Child #1 needs a current immunization record and blood lead screening value.
Correction status: Completed · corrected July 29, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 15, 2025
Ensure all cleaners are labeled appropriately. Red and Yellow Rooms need labels on their bottles (soap and water)
Correction status: Completed · corrected July 21, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 15, 2025
Ensure there is adequate ground cover on the playground for fall zones to be within regulation. Specifically, under the climbing areas, at the base of the slides, and at the bottom of the landings. The cement pylons and fabric base layer under the mulch is exposed.
Correction status: Completed · corrected August 10, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 15, 2025
Ensure that all cot sheets are not touching while in storage. All of the cots are stacked with sheets still on them.
Correction status: Completed · corrected July 23, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 15, 2025
Ensure adequate materials are available for the children to utilize and engage with. The yellow room needs construction/blocks, the Blue Room needs language/literacy, Art Materials, and Sensory Materials. The Green Room needs Construction/Blocks, Manipulatives and Art Materials.
Correction status: Completed · corrected July 25, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 15, 2025
Ensure Lesson Plans are posted in the School Aged Room.
Correction status: Completed · corrected July 21, 2025 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 15, 2025
A complaint investigation. The state's result is shown above, and the investigator's conclusion follows.
On April 7, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint alleging the overuse of restraining equipment, such as a high chair, with a preschool-aged child. An investigation was conducted on April 28, 2025. Based on the findings of the investigation, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint. Administrator #1 denied the allegation of excessive restraint and provided information regarding the specific circumstances under which Child #1 is placed in a highchair or stroller, noting these devices are used for short, defined periods during mealtimes and whole group activities to support the child s individual needs. The child, who is non-verbal and has met the criteria for an IEP, requires one-on-one assistance during meals and benefits from additional support to participate in group settings. During the visit, LS #1 observed Child #1 actively engaging with peers in the classroom, displaying mobility and responsiveness, including running, smiling, and using non-verbal vocalizations. LS #1 also observed mealtime routines and confirmed Child #1 required individualized support for feeding.
4 regulations cited at this visit.
Ensure that the programs Positive Behaviors Support Policy is displayed in the main entry area and in all classrooms. Send pictures to OCCL to verify.
Correction status: Completed · corrected July 9, 2024 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 2, 2024
Ensure that all staff files are complete. Send documentation of missing items. - Professional Development Plans for Staff #1, 2, 9 - OCCL Health and Safety for Early Childhood Professionals training for Staff #5, 6, 8, 9 - References for Staff # 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 - Adult Abuse Registry for Staff #6 and 9 - Release of Employment for Staff #5, 6, 8, 9 - Service Letters/two documented attempts to obtain Service Letters for Staff# 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 ----- Undetermined at the time of visit: - CPR/First Aid for Staff #3, 6, 7, 8 - Professional Development Training Hours (with 2 in Health and Safety) for Staff #1, 4
Correction status: Completed · corrected August 23, 2024 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 2, 2024
Ensure that there are enough materials and adequate supplies available to the children in the Toddler Blue Room.
Correction status: Completed · corrected August 2, 2024 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 2, 2024
Ensure that Lesson Plans are posted in a visible location every week in al rooms.
Correction status: Completed · corrected July 10, 2024 · how corrected: Document · correction was due August 2, 2024
1 regulation cited at this visit.
Ensure Child Filles are complete. Child #2 needs a signed parent right to know log, and screen time permission., Send to OCCL when complete. Child #8 needs a developmental plan. Send to OCCL when complete.
Correction status: Completed · corrected February 2, 2024 · how corrected: Document · correction was due February 15, 2024
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