CARLEEN MORRIS-DRAYTON

SEAFORD, DELicensed Family Child CareLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data

Capacity9

Hours8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Est. price$1,029/mo

Contact information

Address9863 NANTICOKE CIRCLE, SEAFORD, DE, 19973

CitySEAFORD, DE 19973

CountySussex

Phone(302) 381-3797 Cell

Operating details

Hours8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Capacity9

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 11/6/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

High2
Medium-High7
Medium9
Medium-Low4
Low0

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Location

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9863 NANTICOKE CIRCLE, SEAFORD, DE, 19973, SEAFORD, DE 19973

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Questions to ask on a tour

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This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/6/2025

High1
Medium-High1
Medium2
Medium-Low2
Low0

2025

Medium riskStandard 811/6/2025
8P — License Renewal
Submit a renewal application for your fcch.
Corrected at inspection
High riskStandard 5211/6/2025
52P — Activities and Interactions
Update daily schedule to show new hours of operation.
Corrected at inspection
Medium riskStandard 4011/6/2025
40P — Diapering and Soiled Clothing
Ensure the diaper changing space is accessible for diaper changing. Remove all clothing, bottles, and cans from diaper changing table.
Corrected at inspection
Medium-High riskStandard 2711/6/2025
27P — Hazardous Materials
An updated radon test is needed for the fcc space.
Corrected at inspection
Medium-Low riskStandard 2211/6/2025
22P — Children's Files
An updated monthly infant schedule is needed for Child #1. (CAV when parent updated during drop off)
Corrected at inspection

2024

Medium-Low riskStandard 2211/12/2024
22P — Children's Files
Complete file is needed for Child #1. Child #1 needs a blood test result .
Corrected at inspection

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

22Total Violations

0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Review the detailed violations listed above.
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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

$1,029/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: SEAFORD, Sussex County
Capacity: 9
Type: Licensed Family Child Care

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