STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.
WILMINGTON, DE·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address2800 DUNCAN ROAD, WILMINGTON, DE, 19808
CountyNew Castle
Phone(302) 999-9985
Operating details
Hours7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Capacity85
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/15/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium6
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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2800 DUNCAN ROAD, WILMINGTON, DE, 19808, WILMINGTON, DE 19808
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
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/15/2025
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 305/15/2025
30U — Personnel Files
Ensure staff files are complete. Staff #1 needs OCCL H/S Training Staff #2 needs OCCL H/S Training, 2 References, Release of Employment, two documented attempts at obtaining a Service Letter (if no Service Letters--provider must obtain 2 additional references), Health Appraisal
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 455/15/2025
45U — Hazardous Materials
Ensure that all cleaning materials are not accessible to the children. Immediately remove the box of cleaning products from the child accessible shelving in the 5's Room.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 485/15/2025
48U — Heating and Cooling
Ensure all HVAC vents are cleaned and free from dust. Check all, but the one's vent needs attention.
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
$921/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: WILMINGTON, New Castle County
- Capacity: 85
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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