MARIE SAINTILE

DOVER, DELicensed Family Child CareLicensed

3.7based on state inspection data
Capacity9
Hours7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Est. price$1,086/mo

Contact information

Address1411 SOUTH HANCOCK AVENUE, DOVER, DE, 19901

CityDOVER, DE 19901

CountyKent

Phone(302) 359-1747

Operating details

Hours7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Capacity9

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/18/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium11
  • Medium-Low4
  • Low0

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1411 SOUTH HANCOCK AVENUE, DOVER, DE, 19901, DOVER, DE 19901

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/18/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low4
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 85/18/2026

    8P — License Renewal

    Ensure an annual renewal application is submitted 60 days prior to license expiration.

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 155/18/2026

    15P — Use of a Substitute

    Ensure the substitute and emergency numbers are up to date.

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 355/22/2025

    35P — Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments

    Ensure rest equipment is labeled for each child, infants are resting in approved equipment for rest with no items in or on the equipment. LS observed the infant placed in a pack-and-play with toys inside it and blankets hanging on it. This was corrected when the child was removed after a few seconds due to waking up. A conversation was had with the provider about this, and the child playing in the pack-and-play.

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 175/22/2025

    17P — Telephones

    Ensure emergency numbers are posted and accessible for use.

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium-Low riskStandard 225/22/2025

    22P — Children's Files

    Ensure each child's attendance is documented at exact arrival.

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium riskStandard 255/22/2025

    25P — Infants' Records

    Ensure daily records of an infant's feeding, sleeping, diapering, and other routine activities are documented and shared with the guardian daily.

    Corrected at inspection
  5. High riskStandard 265/22/2025

    26P — Health Observations

    Ensure each child is observed on arrival for signs of communicable disease, injury, signs of ill health, and signs of child abuse or neglect.

    Corrected at inspection
  6. Medium riskStandard 295/22/2025

    29P — Indoor Space

    Ensure that candles are not in use while children are in care.

    Corrected at inspection
  7. Medium riskStandard 365/22/2025

    36P — Equipment

    Ensure the children do not have access to latex balloons. The Specialist observed a three-year-old child playing with a pink semi-deflated latex balloon. This was corrected when the Specialist removed the latex balloon.

    Corrected at inspection
  8. Medium-High riskStandard 375/22/2025

    37P — Sanitation

    Ensure areas and equipment are washed with soap and water. The Specialist did not observe a bottle labeled or available with soap and water.

    Corrected at inspection
  9. Medium-Low riskStandard 385/22/2025

    38P — Hand Washing

    Ensure handwashing is performed after eating and at other times as stated in the regulations.

    Corrected at inspection
  10. Medium riskStandard 405/22/2025

    40P — Diapering and Soiled Clothing

    Ensure the diapering area is equipped with the required items and that a foot-activated trash can is used only for diapers. This trash can must be within arm's reach of the changing area, lined with a plastic bag, and sanitized daily. Soap and water must be available for cleaning.

    Corrected at inspection
  11. Medium-High riskStandard 455/22/2025

    45P — Emergency Planning

    Ensure the emergency plan is posted where it is accessible. The current emergency plan is in the corner behind the television.

    Corrected at inspection
  12. Medium riskStandard 505/22/2025

    50P — Meals and Snacks

    Ensure a menu is posted and updated if the meals change. Ensure that children receive all the components of the meal. The Specialist observed, and the children confirmed that they only received water and Cheerios.

    Corrected at inspection
  13. Medium riskStandard 525/22/2025

    52P — Activities and Interactions

    Ensure television time is no longer than one hour without permission from a guardian. Ensure that each child in care has permission for screentime.

    Corrected at inspection
  14. Medium-Low riskStandard 65/22/2025

    6P — License Requirements

    Ensure that infants have a monthly feeding schedule, a daily record of feedings, and bottles are labeled.

    Corrected at inspection
  15. High riskStandard 85/22/2025

    8P — License Renewal

    Ensure an annual renewal application is submitted 60 days prior to license expiration.

    Corrected at inspection

2024

  1. Medium-Low riskStandard 2210/7/2024

    22P — Children's Files

    Ensure child files are complete. One child needs a complete file.

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium riskStandard 2110/7/2024

    21P — Parents Right to Know Act

    Complete the Parent Right to Know Log for one child.

    Corrected at inspection

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

25Total Violations
2Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • 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: DOVER, Kent County
  • Capacity: 9
  • Type: Licensed Family Child Care

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