ONE STEP AHEAD CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL INC.
NEWARK, DE·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address432 SALEM CHURCH ROAD, NEWARK, DE, 19702
CityNEWARK, DE 19702
CountyNew Castle
Phone(302) 292-1162
Operating details
Hours7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Capacity84
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/15/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High8
- Medium7
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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432 SALEM CHURCH ROAD, NEWARK, DE, 19702, NEWARK, DE 19702
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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
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- 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: 12/15/2025
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium6
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium riskStandard 812/15/2025
8U — License Renewal
Submit renewal application by 12/31/2025.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 4912/15/2025
49U — Indoor Space
Ensure all outlets are covered. This was corrected at the visit.
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 3012/15/2025
30U — Personnel Files
Ensure staff files are complete. Staff #1: 8.5 training hours (ND) Staff #2: 8.5 training hours (ND) Staff #3: 8.5 training hours (ND), annual review of abuse and neglect Staff #4: 15.5 training hours (ND) Staff #5: CPR/FA (ND), Administration of Medication, Health/Safety training, adult health appraisal with TB, 6 training hours (ND) Staff #6: Health/Safety training, 1 more reference Staff #7: CPR/FA (ND), 1 more reference All training hours are not determined and are due on 12/31/2025. CPR/FA is not determined for Staff #5 and 7 because the appointment was scheduled for 12/16/2025. CPR/FA cards will be sent once completed.
Corrected at inspection
2024
- Medium riskStandard 1612/17/2024
16U — Insurance Coverage
Submit liability insurance to OCCL.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 5112/17/2024
51U — Toilet Facilities
Repair sink handle in the 1st floor bathroom and send a video to OCCL.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 4912/17/2024
49U — Indoor Space
Remove Febreze plug-ins and spray in all bathrooms and send a picture to OCCL.
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 4512/17/2024
45U — Hazardous Materials
Submit Radon results.
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 3012/17/2024
30U — Personnel Files
Ensure staff files are complete. Staff #1 and 2 need CPR/FA certification, and Staff #2 needs 2 documented attempts of sending their service letter.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 2412/17/2024
24U — Staff Qualifications
Ensure there is sufficient staffing to prepare meals, facilitate nap time, and transitions. Upon arrival, there were 2 teachers and 12 children. 3 toddlers with 1 teacher, and 9 preschoolers with the Administrator. There was no one to answer the door or answer phone calls. Send in a staffing plan that shows the days/times for all staff, identify who makes meals and what time, who is covering for nap, who is assigned to each classroom, etc. to OCCL.
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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
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: NEWARK, New Castle County
- Capacity: 84
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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