ONE STEP AHEAD CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL INC.

NEWARK, DELicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity84
Hours7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Est. price$921/mo

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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432 SALEM CHURCH ROAD, NEWARK, DE, 19702, NEWARK, DE 19702

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. 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

  1. Medium riskStandard 812/15/2025

    8U — License Renewal

    Submit renewal application by 12/31/2025.

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium riskStandard 4912/15/2025

    49U — Indoor Space

    Ensure all outlets are covered. This was corrected at the visit.

    Corrected at inspection
  3. 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

  1. Medium riskStandard 1612/17/2024

    16U — Insurance Coverage

    Submit liability insurance to OCCL.

    Corrected at inspection
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 4512/17/2024

    45U — Hazardous Materials

    Submit Radon results.

    Corrected at inspection
  5. 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
  6. 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.

18Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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: NEWARK, New Castle County
  • Capacity: 84
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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