THE GODDARD SCHOOL IN HOCKESSIN
HOCKESSIN, DE·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address157 LANTANA DRIVE, HOCKESSIN, DE, 19707
CountyNew Castle
Phone(302) 223-2205
Operating details
Hours7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Capacity117
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/16/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High5
- Medium9
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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157 LANTANA DRIVE, HOCKESSIN, DE, 19707, HOCKESSIN, DE 19707
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/16/2025
- High0
- Medium-High1
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 667/16/2025
66U — Emergency Planning
Enusre there is enough emergency water for the number of children enrolled.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 577/16/2025
57U — Equipment
Ensure equipment is accessible to the children in all required areas. -Add additional equipment in Toddler 1 and Toddler 2 classroom.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 567/16/2025
56U — Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments
Ensure nap equipment is in good repair. -Replace torn nap mats in recycling 1 and post office classroom.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 497/16/2025
49U — Indoor Space
Ensure ceiling tiles are in good repair and free of water damage. Replace water damage ceiling tiles in Bakery 3 classroom.
Corrected at inspection
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$872/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Delaware run about $1,134/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Delaware by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: HOCKESSIN, New Castle County
- Capacity: 117
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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