MARIE SAINTILE
DOVER, DE·Licensed Family Child CareLicensed
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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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/18/2026
- High3
- Medium-High4
- Medium8
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 85/18/2026
8P — License Renewal
Ensure an annual renewal application is submitted 60 days prior to license expiration.
Corrected at inspection - 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
- 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 - Medium-High riskStandard 175/22/2025
17P — Telephones
Ensure emergency numbers are posted and accessible for use.
Corrected at inspection - Medium-Low riskStandard 225/22/2025
22P — Children's Files
Ensure each child's attendance is documented at exact arrival.
Corrected at inspection - 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 - 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 - Medium riskStandard 295/22/2025
29P — Indoor Space
Ensure that candles are not in use while children are in care.
Corrected at inspection - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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
- Medium-Low riskStandard 2210/7/2024
22P — Children's Files
Ensure child files are complete. One child needs a complete file.
Corrected at inspection - 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.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- 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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