LAURA HOLMES
SMYRNA, DE·Licensed Family Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address103 NORTH CANVASBACK COURT, SMYRNA, DE, 19977
CitySMYRNA, DE 19977
CountyKent
Phone(302) 632-9722
Operating details
Hours7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Capacity9
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/4/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High6
- Medium-High6
- Medium10
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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Location
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103 NORTH CANVASBACK COURT, SMYRNA, DE, 19977, SMYRNA, DE 19977
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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
- This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/4/2025
- High4
- Medium-High2
- Medium3
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2025
- High riskStandard 812/4/2025
8P — License Renewal
Renewal applications are due 60 prior to license expiration. Forward renewal to OCCL
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 4212/4/2025
42P — Administration of Medication
Have an MAR completed for Child #3 Send to OCCL
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 3112/4/2025
31P — Kitchen and Food Preparation
Purchase a thermometer for the refrigerator
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 2112/4/2025
21P — Parents Right to Know Act
Ensure to complete the Parents Right to Know log and forward and OCCL
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 291/15/2025
29P — Indoor Space
Ensure to complete an updated electrical inspection. Send results to OCCL
Corrected at inspection
2024
- High riskStandard 812/3/2024
8P — License Renewal
Renewal applications are due 60 days prior to license expiration. Send to OCCL w/ supporting documentation.
Corrected at inspection - Medium-Low riskStandard 5112/3/2024
51P — Feeding of Infants
Written feeding schedules and daily feeding documentation is required for the infant. Forward the feeding schedule and documentation of daily feeding, diapering etc.
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 4512/3/2024
45P — Emergency Planning
Montly evacuation drills are required. Provide OCCL with documentation
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 3012/3/2024
30P — Fire Safety
Monthly evacuation drills are required. Send proof of drills to OCCL
Corrected at inspection - Medium-Low riskStandard 2412/3/2024
24P — Daily Attendance of Children
Record attendance daily with exact hours of arrivall and departure. Send on weeks attendance to OCCL.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 2112/3/2024
21P — Parents Right to Know Act
Ensure the parents right to know log is updated. Send to OCCL
Corrected at inspection
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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
$1,086/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: SMYRNA, Kent County
- Capacity: 9
- Type: Licensed Family Child Care
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