WHATCOAT CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

CAMDEN, DELicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

4.1based on state inspection data
Capacity36
Hours9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Est. price$919/mo

Contact information

Address16 NORTH MAIN STREET, CAMDEN, DE, 19934

CityCAMDEN, DE 19934

CountyKent

Phone(302) 698-2108

Operating details

Hours9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Capacity36

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/17/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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16 NORTH MAIN STREET, CAMDEN, DE, 19934, CAMDEN, DE 19934

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/17/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 653/17/2026

    65U — First Aid Kits

    Ensure first aid kit is complete. Kit was missing bandage tape.

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium riskStandard 533/17/2026

    53U — Outdoor Area

    Ensure fall zones have at least nine inches of material extending 6 feet in all directions of the play equipment.

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 403/17/2026

    40U — Child Files

    Ensure child files are complete. One child needs updated health appraisal with immunizations. One child needs updated immunizations.

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium riskStandard 383/17/2026

    38U — Parents Right to Know

    Ensure Parents Right to Know log is completed for new and touring families.

    Corrected at inspection
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 303/17/2026

    30U — Personnel Files

    Ensure staff files are complete. One staff needs a PD plan. One staff needs orientation, OCCL's Health and Safety training, 2 references, release of employment, service letters or two documented attempts with 2 additional references.

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 453/11/2025

    45U — Hazardous Materials

    Ensure radon testing is completed every five years.

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium riskStandard 83/11/2025

    8U — License Renewal

    Ensure a notarized renewal application is submitted at least 60 days before license expires.

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium riskStandard 763/11/2025

    76U — Activity Schedule

    Ensure daily schedule is posted in each classroom.

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 663/11/2025

    66U — Emergency Planning

    Ensure fire drills are conducted monthly.

    Corrected at inspection
  5. Medium riskStandard 613/11/2025

    61U — Diapering and Soiled Clothing

    Ensure diaper procedures are posted in the diaper changing area.

    Corrected at inspection
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 403/11/2025

    40U — Child Files

    Ensure child files are complete. Four children need date of enrollment. Seven children need days and hours of attending. Four children need transportation permission. Three children need an emergency card. Three children need updated health appraisals with immunizations. One child needs blood lead screening results. Three children need Parents Right Know and Screentime permissions. Three children need a development plan. One child needs an updated MAR for occasional use and medication labeled.

    Corrected at inspection
  7. High riskStandard 303/11/2025

    30U — Personnel Files

    Ensure staff files are complete. Seven staff need a PD plan. One staff needs annual review of abuse and neglect.

    Corrected at inspection

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

19Total Violations
5Recent Violations
(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

$919/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: CAMDEN, Kent County
  • Capacity: 36
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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